Stax Records “Soulville USA” | Memphis, TN
Known as the home of Memphis Soul or southern soul, Stax Records released some of the most influential recordings of the 1960′s, including such hits as “Soul Man,” “Respect”, and “(Sittin’ on) the Dock of the Bay” among many others. Although its stable of music artists consisted almost entirely of African Americans, the label was [...]
Harlem Gospel Choir, New York, NY
June 29, 2008 by lindsey
Filed under New York City
One of the most preeminent gospel choirs in the world, the internationally renown Harlem Gospel Choir is a showcase of the best choir singers and musicians from various Harlem churches. Fusing gospel, jazz and the blues, the choir was founded by Allen Bailey in 1986, who got the idea for the group while attending a [...]
Monterey Bay Blues Festival | Monterey, CA
Dedicated to perserving this unique American art form, Monterey Bay Blues Festival is considered one of the premier blues festivals in the country, attracting not only world-renowned blues artists, but young up and coming artists of the future. Highlights of this year’s line-up include B.B. King, Charlie Musselwhite, Susan Tedeschi, Homemade Jamz Band, Blind Boys [...]
Hampton Jazz Festival | Hampton, VA
The three day Hampton Jazz Festival features an eclectic lineup of top blues, soul, pop and jazz talent from around the world. The star-studded roster of artists scheduled to perform at this year’s 41st anniversary event includes Galdys Knight, Jill Scott, Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly, Boney James and Jonathan Butler, Kenny G, Joss Stone, Raheem Devaugn, Kem, Dave [...]
GMA Gospel Music Week & GMA Music Awards, Nasheville, TN
April 14, 2008 by james
Filed under Festivals, Nasheville
Every April thousands of artists, journalists and industry professionals converged in Nasheville for the annual Gospel Music Association’s GMA Music Week & Dove Awards, the “Biggest Night In Gospel Music” and the longest running and most prestigious televised awards ceremony recognizing achievement in all genres of Christian and Gospel music. For more information, visit the [...]
