The very first set of entertainers have actually been revealed for the 9th yearly Black Music Honors happening at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, GA, on Saturday (May 18).
Co-hosted by LeToya Luckett and DeRay Davis, musical visitors will consist of BLK ODYSSY, Chanté Moore, Donald Lawrence, Kevin Lemons & & Higher Calling, Ricky Dillard, MonoNeon, Shanice, The Chi (Carl Thomas, Dave Hollister & & Syleena Johnson), and Tone Stith. This year’s event will likewise honor sought after artists Johnny Gill, Patrice Rushen, Bootsy Collins, and Hezekiah Walker.
“For the previous 9 years, Black Music Honors has actually surrounded and supported the remarkable artists who have actually amused millions. This year’s celebrants are trendsetters and be worthy of to be honored,” mentions Founder and Executive Producer, Don Jackson. “We are exceptionally happy to bring more exposure to these significant icons who have actually persevered from modest starts to professions that cover years. Their lives and stories become part of the stunning tapestry of Black music … which has actually affected the world.”
For one night, factors to the Black musical culture will be “highlighted and commemorated” for their renowned accomplishments and more. The streamed occasion will see extraordinary efficiencies, sincere speeches, and classic memories.
In 2015, the program honored Missy Elliott, SWV, Evelyn “Champagne” King, and Jeffrey Osborne, and consisted of efficiencies from Anthony Hamilton, Robin Thicke, Sevyn Streeter, Jacquees, Queen Naija, David Banner, Juvenile, The Shindellas, 702, and others.
A few of the highlights from 2023 were Sevyn, Lil’ Mo, and Sheléa commemorating SWV with a performance of “Weak;” Elliott accepting the Innovator Award and carrying out with Tweet and Lady Wray; Juvenile taking the phase to carry out “Slow Motion;” and Jacquees and Queen Naija’s duet of SWV’s “You’re Always On My Mind.”
This year, the Black Music Honors will go back to the Stellar Network, airing on Saturday (June 1) at 8 PM ET in honor of Black Music Month.