Blue Note Los Angeles will host Grammy-winning singer Macy Gray for a special two-night engagement on August 7–8. Known for her distinctive raspy vocals and soulful blend of R&B, pop, and jazz influences, Gray will bring her unique sound to the intimate club setting.
Each night will feature two performances, at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM, giving fans multiple opportunities to catch the acclaimed artist live. Tickets and further details can be found on Blue Note Los Angeles’s official website.
R&B powerhouse Keke Wyatt will perform a special four-show engagement at City Winery Atlanta on Sunday, July 5, and Monday, July 6. Fans will have the opportunity to catch the acclaimed vocalist during performances at 6:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. each evening.
Presented by City Winery Atlanta and KISS 104.1, the concerts will showcase Wyatt‘s celebrated catalog, including hits such as “My First Love,” “Nothing in This World,” and “If Only You Knew.” The intimate venue offers audiences a unique live music experience, with one of the four performances already sold out ahead of opening night.
Baltimore’s Keystone Korner will host Goapele for a two-night, four-show engagement over Independence Day weekend, with performances Saturday, July 4 at 6 PM and 9 PM, and Sunday, July 5 at 5 PM and 8 PM.
The shows are part of Goapele‘s “Closer” 25th Anniversary Tour, marking a quarter-century since the release of her debut studio album, “Closer,” from 2001.
Keystone Korner, located at 1350 Lancaster Street, is one of Baltimore’s premier music venues. Tickets and additional information are available at keystonekornerbaltimore.com.
R&B icon Kenny Lattimore, known for classics like “Never Too Busy” and “For You,” continues his live run this summer and fall, with tickets on sale now via KennyLattimore.com.
Upcoming stops include:
7/11 – Cambridge, MD
7/27 – Charlotte, NC
7/31 – Pittsburgh, PA
8/2 – New York City, NY
8/15 – Cincinnati, OH
8/21 – Nashville, TN
8/25–26 – St. Louis, MO
8/27 – Boston, MA
8/29 – Chicago, IL
9/6 – San Diego, CA
9/20 – Cape Town, South Africa
Boogietown returns to Apps Court Farm in Surrey, England, on Saturday, July 11. The one-day festival will once again celebrate the best of disco, soul, funk, reggae, R&B and dance music with an impressive lineup of internationally acclaimed performers.
Among the featured acts are Gloria Gaynor, Shalamar, Gabrielle, Soul II Soul, Earth, Wind & Fire Experience by Al McKay, Heather Small, Boney M., Gok Wan and reggae star Maxi Priest. With multiple stages, vibrant entertainment and thousands of music fans expected to attend, Boogietown continues to establish itself as one of the UK’s premier summer music festivals.
R&B legend Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds is set to light up the Detroit waterfront this summer, with a highly anticipated concert at the Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre on Sunday, July 12, 2026. The show is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM.
A 12-time Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and producer, Babyface is celebrated for timeless hits and his prolific work with artists including Boyz II Men, TLC, and Madonna. He has written and produced over 125 Top-10 hits across his distinguished career.
Joining Babyface on the show is Jane Eugene, billed as “The First Lady of Loose Ends” — a nod to her celebrated tenure with the iconic British R&B group.
The concert is presented in partnership with Mix 92.3, Detroit’s R&B station. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, and the event will proceed rain or shine. Fans can visit thearetha.com for more information.
Fans of classic R&B and soul are in for an unforgettable evening as The Love Hangover Experience returns on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the Remington Park Festival Grounds in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Widely recognized for its nostalgic, grown-and-sexy atmosphere, the premier R&B and blues music festival will feature powerhouse performances from legendary headliners Dru Hill and Kelly Price. Joining them as special guests are 702, Calvin Richardson, Pokey Bear, and Pleasure P, while comedian and media personality Bubba Dub will serve as host for the evening.
The event begins at 5:00 p.m., with gates opening at 4:00 p.m. Festivalgoers can choose from multiple ticket options, including General Admission, VIP, and Exclusive VIP packages. Exclusive VIP guests will enjoy premium amenities such as a dedicated entrance, access to the VIP Tent, reserved seating directly in front of the stage, and all-inclusive food and beverages.
Tickets are available now TicketStorm.com.
MARIA JACKSON 27 MAGAZINE 