Chicago based television production company Central City Productions announces the 2019 Black Music Honors television taping set to take place on Thursday, September 5th at The Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, GA. During this star-studded two-hour television special, Central City Productions (CCP) will honor artists and musicians who have influenced and made significant contributions to American music.  Each year during the months of June, July, August, and September, the City of Norcross features the Jazz In The Alley concert series. And each year it has been an amazing line up and FREE to the public,
We are entering the second half of the 2019 Jazz In The Alley concert series but you still have time to join us in Norcross, Georgia. The next dates are: August 17th- The 4 Korners & YemiConga |
 (L to R) Jermaine Sain, Chester Lawrence, and YemiConga |  What Do YOU Speak? YemiConga |  YemiConga hanging out with When We Speak TV. (L to R) Jermaine Sain, Chester Lawrence, and YemiConga |
PAST 2019 PERFORMERS
GREG ROBBINS
| Greg Robbins is a vocalist based in Brooklyn, NY. Born and trained in Atlanta, GA, Greg has a very resonant and classy sound which is compared in style to Johnny Hartman, Harry Connick Jr., Kurt Elling, and Gregory Porter. He performs throughout the country at jazz clubs, music festivals, wedding receptions, swing dances, and more. |  When We Speak TV: (LtoR) Greg Robbins, Chester Lawrence, and Jermaine Sain |
ROD HARRIS JR.
 When We Speak TV: (LtoR) Chester Lawrence, Rod Harris Jr, and Jermaine Sain | Rod hails from Atlanta, Ga. He has performed with countless national and international artists crossing musical genres from jazz, gospel, hip-hop, and soul. In 2018, Rod was nominated for a Grammy Award (R&B Soul) for his musical contributions to Musiq Soulchild’s Album Feel The Real (2017). As a jazz guitarist, Rod has performed in numerous festivals and concert venues throughout the U.S. and with the release of the X/O EP, Rod is looking to take his sound to new territory. |
REMEY WILLIAMS
| A life without music is not a life worth living according to Remey Williams, a rising producer, lyricist and vocalist. As the son of Jimmy Williams, bass player for the legendary R&B group the O’Jays, Remey has grown to develop an undying passion for performing soulful music that connects to audiences both young and old. |  When We Speak TV: (LtoR) Jermaine Sain, Remey Williams, and Chester Lawrence |
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ST. JAMES LIVE
Sat Aug 31st 7:00pm
3220 Butner Rd,
Atlanta, GA 30331
Atlanta, GA 30331
| DOORS OPEN AT 6:00PM Chandra Currelley-Young was a member of the SOS Band from the late 1980s up until 1992, when Chandra left the band to pursue a career in acting and theater. Because of her background in theater, Currelley-Young was selected by Debbie Allen to be the featured soloist in her production "Soul Possessed" which debuted at the Alliance Theater in Atlanta, Georgia. Currelley-Young was asked to perform in the 1995 Apollo Revival of The Wiz as Evillene The Wicked Witch of The West and was then selectively chosen to act in David Petrarca's hit production, Dinah Was, the story of singer Dinah Washington. She established her acting career by appearing in Tyler Perry's Madea's Big Happy Family and many other of his productions.  |  Chandra Currelley and Tyler Perry (as Madea)  Chandra Currelley and Jermaine Sain FOLLOW CHANDRA CURRELLEY FOLLOW ST JAMES LIVE |
Chandra Currelley Concert & Birthday Celebration
GRAMMY-NOMINATED SINGER & TV PERSONALITY SYLEENA JOHNSON 10TH ALBUM “WOMAN” DUE IN FALL 2019
7/31/2019
Entertainment One Nashville welcomes its newest signee: GRAMMY-nominated recording artist and daytime television host, Syleena Johnson.
 | Known as the “Queen of Chicago,” and one of the most underrated singers of the new millennium – Johnson returns to music with the release of her 10th album, “WOMAN” in Fall 2019. Syleena empowers and calls all women to stand up for themselves and to be bold, brave and fearless, declaring 2019 as the “Year of the Woman.” Her current viral single, “Woman” can be viewed here. Johnson states, “I am so excited that the ‘Woman’ album has found a new home with Entertainment One. Thank you to Gina Miller for believing in me and Entertainment One for helping me bring this project to life. Galatians 6:9 says, ‘Do not grow weary in well doing, for in due season you shall reap what you sow, if you faint not.’ I thank God for this season. The season of the Woman." |
FREE JAZZ CONCERT IN NORCROSS, GEORGIA
JAZZ IN THE ALLEY CONCERT SERIES- AUGUST 17, 2019
FEATURING YEMICONGA & THE 4 KORNERS
Jazz in the Alley is a free jazz concert series sponsored by the City of Norcross, Georgia, Peachtree Awnings, Elite Behavioral Medicine, and When We Speak TV.
The series aims to showcase various jazz artists with diverse genre backgrounds.
The series aims to showcase various jazz artists with diverse genre backgrounds.
DRAGONCON
August 29 - Sept. 2, 2019
Dragon Con is a giant popular-culture convention for science fiction, fantasy, gaming, art, comics, music, and film, with panels, contests, vendors, and a banquet in five downtown hotels, plus a Dragon Con Parade down Peachtree Street on Saturday at 10 a.m.
DATE NIGHT: SURF & TURF HANDS ON
WITH CELEBRITY CHEF ELLIOT FARMER
August 16, 2019
 | Chef Elliott Farmer is a local cater, private chef, food consultant, and television personality, featured on two seasons of Cutthroat Kitchen on Food Network. He continues to grow his fan base via cookbooks, a radio show, TV pilot, and his very own spice blend. |
Chef Elliott Farmer understands the sensual side of cooking and in this date night class he hopes to bring back the romantic spark in your kitchen. You'll learn to create this delicious summer surf and turf menu, with a side of romance for good measure.
- Crab Dip
- Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad
- Seared Ribeye
- Blackened Salmon
- Roasted Green Beans with Almonds
- Garlic Parmesan Whipped Potatoes
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CHEF ELLIOTT FARMER AT COOK'S WAREHOUSE MIDTOWN
CHEF ELLIOTT FARMER AT COOK'S WAREHOUSE MIDTOWN
Chandra Currelley's Birthday Celebration at St. James Live
August 31, 2019
 | DOORS OPEN AT 6:00PM Currelley-Young was a member of the SOS Band from the late 1980s up until 1992, when Chandra left the band to pursue a career in acting and theater. Because of her background in theater, Currelley-Young was selected by Debbie Allen to be the featured soloist in her production "Soul Possessed" which debuted at the Alliance Theater in Atlanta, Georgia. Currelley-Young was asked to perform in the 1995 Apollo Revival of The Wiz as Evillene The Wicked Witch of The West and was then selectively chosen to act in David Petrarca's hit production, Dinah Was, the story of singer Dinah Washington. She established her acting career by appearing in Tyler Perry's Madea's Big Happy Family and many other of his productions. |
PIEDMONT PARK ARTS FESTIVAL
AUGUST 17-18, 2019
The Piedmont Park Summer Arts Festival is a 2-day outdoor event with an emphasis on the visual arts and family fun presented by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces, for people of all ages, customs, and interests. The Midtown community of Piedmont Park is considered to be home to one of the largest and most enthusiastic art buying communities in metro Atlanta. The Piedmont Park Summer Arts and craft festival bringing back the tradition to Atlanta’s arts community.
19th Anniversary Satchmo SummerFest presented by Chevron
THREE FULL DAYS OF FEST
AUGUST 2, 2019- AUGUST 4, 2019
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA
The 19th annual Satchmo SummerFest presented by Chevron is August 2-4, 2019 at the New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Mint. Produced by French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI), Satchmo SummerFest is an unparalleled celebration of the life, legacy, and music of New Orleans' native son, Louis Armstrong.
Recently named one of the most “interesting things to experience in Louisiana” by Oprah Magazine,
the event brings performances from New Orleans’ most talented musicians, with a focus on traditional and contemporary jazz and brass bands.
| When We Speak TV guest, Rhonda Ross, is currently on tour with her mom, Diana Ross. She recently sent out an update to all her followers and I think you should check it out....and definitely join her mailing list. Be the first to learn about new music, upcoming concerts, in-person workshops, and more! | |
You may or may not have heard but our friend, Julie Dexter, has released a new album!
PURCHASE DEJA VU BY JULIE DEXTER
Deja Vu by Julie Dexter on Amazon
As an official partner of Jazz In the Alley, When We Speak TV cordially invites you to the City of Norcross, Georgia, for the 2019 Jazz In The Alley concert series, highlighting elite and emerging jazz artists.
| Held in historic Norcross, Georgia, (Betty Mauldin Park), Jazz In the Alley has an upward attendance of 1,000. Did we mention that it's FREE? That's RIGHT! Thanks to generous sponsors like the City of Norcross and Peachtree Awnings, so bring your entire family. For more information and updates, follow Jazz In The Alley and When We Speak TV on all social media platforms. |  |
| | JULY 27, 2019 PERFORMERS GREG ROBBINS & REMEY WILLIAMS |
July 27, 2019
PERFORMERS
Greg Robbins & Remey Williams
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As an official partner of Jazz In the Alley, When We Speak TV cordially invites you to the City of Norcross, Georgia, for the 2019 Jazz In The Alley concert series, highlighting elite and emerging jazz artists.
Held in historic Norcross, Georgia, (Betty Mauldin Park), Jazz In the Alley has an upward attendance of 1,000. did we mention that it's FREE? That's RIGHT! Thanks to generous sponsors like the City of Norcross and Peachtree Awnings, so bring your entire family.
For more information and updates, follow Jazz In The Alley and When We Speak TV on all social media platforms.
For more information and updates, follow Jazz In The Alley and When We Speak TV on all social media platforms.
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