Beyoncé took to social media on February 1st to let her 290 million + followers know that she will be kicking off the highly anticipated Renaissance World Tour in May. So far she has announced forty-one shows, with the first being in Stockholm, Sweden on May 10th.
The EU leg of the tour will see Queen Bee performing in both stadiums and arenas before returning to North America for shows in Canada and the U.S. All dates, locations and links to tickets can be found on her website.
Make this Valentine’s Day an evening to remember with a concert featuring the “Empress of Soul” herself, Gladys Knight! On Tuesday, February 14, Knight and the Nashville Symphony – with conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez – will perform hits like “I Heard it Through the Grapevine,” “Midnight Train to Georgia,” “Neither One of Us (Wants to be the First to Say Goodbye)” and many more, at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville, TN.
This event is a part of Gladys Knight‘s 2023 tour, which started on January 13. Showtime is 8pm and tickets are available on the venue’s website.
The Universal Hip-Hop Museum, which broke ground in 2021 in the Bronx, has gotten a major cash endorsement to the tune of $5 million. The federal grant will go towards completing construction on the museum, as well as other local programs and initiatives.
This past Sunday, on January 29th, several hip-hop veterans gathered with senators and legislators for the announcement and celebration. On hand were Grandmaster Flash, G. Simone, KRS-One, and others. The Universal Hip-Hop Museum is located at 610 Exterior Street, in The Bronx.
Super Bowl Soulful Celebration: An Evening of Inspiration and Culture, is the only inspirational music event sanctioned by the NFL for Super Bowl weekend. This uplifting concert brings NFL players & award-winning musical artists together on one stage for an evening of joy and praise at one of the biggest games in the U.S.
Date and location is Wednesday, February 8th, at the Mesa Arts Center (Ikeda Theater) – 1 E Main Street – in Mesa, Arizona. And legendary R&B singer, songwriter, actress and businesswoman, Patti Labelle, will join Israel Houghton and the Players Choir on the lineup. Click here for tickets.
Born Fire Promotions and Reggae Vibes Music – the companies powering the upcoming Black & Proud Concert in New York – have announced the full and final lineup, as well as locations to purchase physical tickets.
On Saturday, February 25th, patrons at Club Amazura – located in Queens – will be treated to a live reggae show like no other. Some of the industry’s best performers will share the stage, with the main headliner, Anthony B, leading the way. The original fireman will be joined by Turbulence, Kabaka Pyramid, Perfect Giddimani, Pressure Busspipe, Dreama, Kendallaz, and Rufftop Rock I; who will all be backed by the Gennaroots Band.
The event, which was conceptualized to celebrate both Black History Month and Reggae Month, will be hosted by Dubbmaster Chris, and additional music will be provided by Massive B Sound (Bobby Konders & Jabba) and Mountain Lion Sound. Audio and lighting are being supplied by Venom Y2K, one of the most trusted audio visual equipment stores in New York.
Persons based in and around New York can now buy physical tickets in Queens at VP Records Retail Store, Veggie Castle, and Genesis II Restaurant; in Brooklyn at Golden Krust and Da Place Cuisine; and in Long Island at Tony Mac Bakery & Restaurant and Sam’s Caribbean Marketplace. Passes are also available online via eventbrite.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available for brands wanting to get in front of a high-quality audience. Submit here: info@blackandproudconcert.com
Reggae Month 2023 will kick off with a live concert celebrating the crown prince Dennis Brown. Scheduled for Wednesday, February 1st at Festival Marketplace (Kingston Waterfront), it will feature live performances by Chris Martin, Ras-I, George Nooks, Miguel, Shanice Sewell and Rissa. It will begin at 6pm and it’s absolutely free.
Dennis Emmanuel Brown CD was born on the 1st day of February in 1957. His birthday is celebrated every year in reggae communities all over the world.
Joseph Bonner, more popular known as Spanner Banner, was born on the same day as legendary reggae artist Bob Marley (February 6th).
Spanner Banner‘s birthday celebration will be held on February 10th at Prestige Bar & Lounge – 40W Merrick Road – in Freeport, Long Island, New York. In addition to the guest of honor, there will also be appearances by Singer Irie, Bobby Lickshot, and Mad Dog; with host Sam Gotti and special guest Suzie Q.
This is a live band show that will also double as a pre-valentines party. Doors will open at 8pm, and there is a $20 admission fee.
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