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Lisa Dawn Miller Brings New Show to Herb Alpert's Vibrato In LA This March Photo Lisa Dawn Miller Brings New Show to Herb Alpert's Vibrato In LA This March
by Michael Major - March 05, 2024

Ron Miller (1932-2007), produces, hosts, and performs along with special guests including multi-award-winning composer Ken Hirsch, who wrote chart-topping hits with Ron including “I've Never Been to Me” and “If I Could,” and other hits which include “No One in the World,” (Anita Baker) and “Two Less...

Lionel Richie And Diana Ross To Headline Inaugural Fool In Love Festival Photo Lionel Richie And Diana Ross To Headline Inaugural Fool In Love Festival
by Michael Major - February 14, 2024

Lionel Richie and Diana Ross will headline the inaugural Fool In Love Festival at Hollywood Park on August 31, 2024. Lionel Richie and Diana Ross to headline inaugural Fool In Love Festival with additional performances from Santana, Al Green, Nile Rodgers & Chic, Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, The Isley...

Sly5thAve Shares Fresh Orchestral Take On Destiny's Child Hit 'No, No, No Pt. 2' Photo Sly5thAve Shares Fresh Orchestral Take On Destiny's Child Hit 'No, No, No Pt. 2'
by Michael Major - December 07, 2023

The song originally achieved iconic status through the collaboration of Destiny's Child and Wyclef Jean, soundtracking school dances and car rides alike. Sly5thAve's inventive reinterpretation delves into one of the song's sources from Barry White's “Strange Games & Thangs.”...

Janet Jackson to Headline World AIDS Day Event in Houston Photo Janet Jackson to Headline World AIDS Day Event in Houston
by Michael Major - October 13, 2023

Janet Jackson’s December 1st performance comes on the heels of her North American Together Again tour, the highest grossing tour ever in her career, which derives its name from Jackson’s 1997 hit song “Together Again” – the artist’s personal tribute to a friend lost to AIDS as well as AIDS victims a...

DEAR DEAR Reveals Debut Album 'death of a fairytale' Photo DEAR DEAR Reveals Debut Album 'death of a fairytale'
by Michael Major - October 13, 2023

The fearless confessional wrapped in a retro soundscape is Dear Dear’s signature, revealing intimate reflections in a playful way. death of a fairytale is a continuation of the 2021 EP Dear Dear: Volume 1 and Cohl’s collaborative work with Barry Goldberg (Bob Dylan, Rod Stewart, Ray Charles, Gladys ...

Gladys Knight to Perform at The Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS Photo Gladys Knight to Perform at The Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023

Legendary soul singer Gladys Knight has enjoyed No. 1 hits in Pop, Gospel, R&B and Adult Contemporary, and has triumphed in film, television and live performance. As the celebrated singer of the timeless song “Midnight Train to Georgia,” Knight has recorded more than 38 albums over the years, includ...

Herbie Hancock & Gladys Knight Headline 37th Annual The National Grid Jazz Fest Photo Herbie Hancock & Gladys Knight Headline 37th Annual The National Grid Jazz Fest
by Michael Major - June 14, 2023

Produced by Jazz Fest founder Frank Malfitano, the event features forty bands performing on two outdoor stages and in 24 clubs throughout downtown Syracuse, New York. National and internationally touring and recording artists, including Spyro Gyra, Tower of Power, Postmodern Jukebox, Tuba Skinny, Jo...

Dear Dear Announces New Album & Shares New Track 'A Woman's Fault' Photo Dear Dear Announces New Album & Shares New Track 'A Woman's Fault'
by Michael Major - June 06, 2023

Paying homage to ‘60s girl group legends such as The Ronettes, The Shirelles, Darlene Love, and The Crystals, death of a fairytale is a continuation of her EP Dear Dear: Volume 1 and collaborative work with Barry Goldberg (Bob Dylan, Rod Stewart, Ray Charles, Gladys Knight). Plus, check out upcoming...

Acclaimed Trio Gabriels Share New Single 'Glory' Photo Acclaimed Trio Gabriels Share New Single 'Glory'
by Michael Major - June 01, 2023

The effort was produced by fellow Compton native and GRAMMY-Award winning producer Sounwave (Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, Chloe x Halle). Jacob Lusk has served as a background singer for icons like Gladys Knight, Diana Ross, Beck, St. Vincent, and Nate Dogg....

Gabriels Announce Special U.S. Headline Shows Photo Gabriels Announce Special U.S. Headline Shows
by Michael Major - May 11, 2023

Following Gabriels’ stunning, widely-praised debut at Coachella this year, the soulful-pop trio will be back on the road in the U.S. this summer – playing two special headline shows at Webster Hall in New York City on Thursday, July 27, and at the Ford Theatre in Los Angeles on Saturday, August 12....

Dave McMurray Returns with 'Grateful Deadication 2' Grateful Dead Tribute Album Photo Dave McMurray Returns with 'Grateful Deadication 2' Grateful Dead Tribute Album
by Michael Major - April 05, 2023

The follow-up to his acclaimed 2021 tribute album which once again finds the saxophonist reimagining the songs of the Grateful Dead with his gritty and soulful Detroit sound joined by guests including Oteil Burbridge, Bob James, Jamey Johnson, Greg Leisz, and Don Was. Watch the video for “Scarlet Be...

Tayla Parx Unveils 'Dream Hotel' From 'Many Moons and Many Suns' Project Photo Tayla Parx Unveils 'Dream Hotel' From 'Many Moons and Many Suns' Project
by Michael Major - March 17, 2023

“Dream Hotel,” the new song from Grammy-nominated songwriter, singer, actress and businesswoman Tayla Parx, via her own TaylaMade Records. Co-produced by Parx, Oliver Frid and Heavy Mello with lyrical contributions from Lara Andersson, “Dream Hotel” is the third track revealed from her upcoming proj...

NBC to Air BYRON ALLEN PRESENTS THE COMEDY AND MUSIC SUPERFEST Photo NBC to Air BYRON ALLEN PRESENTS THE COMEDY AND MUSIC SUPERFEST
by Michael Major - February 08, 2023

Musical performers include John Legend, Gladys Knight, Boyz II Men, Toni Braxton and Earth Wind & Fire. Comedy performances include Kenan Thompson, Cedric The Entertainer, Howie Mandel, Tiffany Haddish, Jon Lovitz, Roy Wood Jr., Gary Owen, Tommy Davidson, Dane Cook, Gabriel Iglesias, and Loni Love....

The Kingdom Choir Return with New Single & US Tour Dates Photo The Kingdom Choir Return with New Single & US Tour Dates
by Michael Major - February 03, 2023

Offering love, hope and inspiration, The Kingdom Choir make a timely return with their brand-new single 'Not Giving Up'. Founded in 1994 by Karen Gibson MBE (the Godmother of Gospel), The Kingdom Choir have continued to win hearts since their unforgettable performance at the 2018 Royal Wedding in fr...

VIDEO: Tayla Parx Premieres Animated Video for Holiday Song 'Ain't a Lonely Christmas Photo VIDEO: Tayla Parx Premieres Animated Video for Holiday Song 'Ain't a Lonely Christmas (Remix)' With Bryson Tiller
by Michael Major - December 22, 2022

Grammy-nominated songwriter, singer, actress and businesswoman Tayla Parx premieres an animated video for her holiday song “Ain’t A Lonely Christmas (Remix)” with Bryson Tiller. In addition, Parx will star as Donna Summer in the Casablanca Records biopic, Spinning Gold, which is scheduled to hit the...

ELI SMART Releases 'Aloha Soul' EP Photo ELI SMART Releases 'Aloha Soul' EP
by Michael Major - November 25, 2022

Rising singer-songwriter Eli Smart has released his new EP, Aloha Soul. Hailing from the Hawaiian island of Kauai, he was raised by a family of musicians and grew up on a diet of soul legends such as Gladys Knight, Jimi Hendrix, Prince and The Beatles. Smart moved to Liverpool in his late teens and ...

Kennedy Center and CBS Announce Airdate for the 45th Kennedy Center Honors Photo Kennedy Center and CBS Announce Airdate for the 45th Kennedy Center Honors
by Michael Major - November 17, 2022

Aactor and filmmaker George Clooney, contemporary Christian pop singer-songwriter Amy Grant, the legendary singer of soul, Gospel, R&B and pop Gladys Knight, Cuban-born American composer, conductor and educator Tania León, and iconic Irish rock band U2 (comprised of band members Bono, The Edge, Adam...

Tangerine Records Re-Releases Ray Charles' Grammy Award Winning Album 'Genius Loves C Photo Tangerine Records Re-Releases Ray Charles' Grammy Award Winning Album 'Genius Loves Company'
by Michael Major - October 21, 2022

Together, Charles and Burk and co-producer Phil Ramone curated a list of artists and matched them with specific songs.  The record features collaborations with some of the biggest names in music like Norah Jones, Elton John, James Taylor, BB King, Van Morrison, Willie Nelson, Bonnie Raitt and more, ...

ELI SMART Announces New EP & Shares First Single 'See Through' Photo ELI SMART Announces New EP & Shares First Single 'See Through'
by Michael Major - October 21, 2022

Hawaii via Liverpool’s rising star Eli Smart will release his new EP Aloha Soul via Geffen Records. Today he shares the latest single, the bonafide surf-rock smash “See Through”. Scuzzy guitar solos and Eli’s now trademark falsetto underpinned by an irresistibly jangly rhythm section that shuffles y...

Gabriels Release Debut Album 'Angels & Queens' Photo Gabriels Release Debut Album 'Angels & Queens'
by Michael Major - September 30, 2022

Produced by GRAMMY Award-winning and fellow Compton-native producer Sounwave – who has worked with the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Chloe x Halle and Beyonce – Angels & Queens will also be unveiled in two parts, with the second instalment arriving early next year....

The Apollo's Music Café & Comedy Club to Return Live in October Photo The Apollo's Music Café & Comedy Club to Return Live in October
by Blair Ingenthron - September 18, 2022

The Apollo kicks off Apollo Comedy Club and Apollo Music Café shows, starting Thursday, October 6. Performances will take place on Apollo’s Soundstage on October 6, 7, and 8. Doors open at 9PM EST. Shows begin at 10PM EST. Tickets start at $26.50....

Gabriels Announce Debut Album 'Angels & Queens' Photo Gabriels Announce Debut Album 'Angels & Queens'
by Michael Major - September 07, 2022

Produced by GRAMMY Award-winning and fellow Compton-native producer Sounwave, who has worked with the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Chloe x Halle and Beyonce, Angels & Queens will be released in two installments, with Part I arriving via Elektra Records. Part I is available for preorder now, with the sec...

Greg Loiacono (The Mother Hips) Releases A New Single 'Giving It All Away' Photo Greg Loiacono (The Mother Hips) Releases A New Single 'Giving It All Away'
by A.A. Cristi - June 24, 2022

West Coast rocker Greg Loiacono, stepping out his role as co-founder of The Mother Hips, has released the title track to his retro-soul inspired new album, Giving It All Away (Blue Rose Music). 'Giving It All Away' premieres today at Glide Magazine and is up on all streaming services HERE. ...

Mary J. Blige Announces the 23-City 'Good Morning Gorgeous' Tour Photo Mary J. Blige Announces the 23-City 'Good Morning Gorgeous' Tour
by Michael Major - June 15, 2022

GRAMMY Award-winning and Oscar-nominated Blige will perform in 23 cities with special guests, GRAMMY Award-winning artist Ella Mai and platinum-selling rising star Queen Naija beginning on Saturday, September 17, in Greensboro, NC, and ending on Saturday, October 29 in Atlantic City, NJ. The tour al...

Soul Legends The O'Jays & Gladys Knight to Hit the Hulu Stage in New York City Photo Soul Legends The O'Jays & Gladys Knight to Hit the Hulu Stage in New York City
by Michael Major - June 14, 2022

Gladys Knight and The O'Jays team up for a series of special performances. Each act has shaped the musical landscape of Soul and RnB in their own right; Gladys Knight has an astounding seven Grammys to her name while Rock and Roll Hall of Famers The O'Jays hit the top of the charts with the 1973 sma...











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