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THE 3rd ANNUAL WURD DISCUSSION PANEL SERIES IS BACK THIS SUMMER ! Black Music Month 2025 : Message In Our Music - From Disco To House, A Musical
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THE 3rd ANNUAL WURD DISCUSSION PANEL SERIES IS BACK THIS SUMMER ! Black Music Month 2025 : Message In Our Music – From Disco To House, A Musical Legacy!
Join host & panel moderator Tiffany Bacon as well as the WURD Radio Family, dance music lovers and curators on Friday, June 13, 2025, 7pm at World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. This will be a vibrant historical & forward-looking Q & A discussion with an industry panel combined with a concert-dance party all in one exciting evening. Invited panel guests are Philly’s own Lady Alma, Tee Alford (WURD), Steve Mason (WDAS) & DJ Tactics (WPPZ). Following the talk, we’ll get down to a live performance by Lady Alma & Vertical Current with WURD’s own house music maestro, Tee Alford, closing the night with party sounds. 21 & older with ID. Attire is Casual. Parking nearby.
Get Online Tix —>> https://worldcafelive.org/event/message-in-our-music-black-music-from-disco-to-house-a-musical-legacy/
International singer and songwriter, LADY ALMA, is bringing her soaring, searing vocals back to eager audiences who desire her incomparable funk-house-soul styling. From her dynamic live shows that left critics and fans alike breathless across the globe for two decades, to the recent revival of her hit single produced by The Rainmakers entitled “Let It Fall”, LADY ALMA continues to be a widely praised source of true sonic satisfaction since her introduction.
Born in San Diego, and raised in Philadelphia, LADY ALMA began her entry into the house music scene recording club anthems helmed by the likes of super-producers Yukihiro Fukutomi, Masters at Work, Fanatix, 4Hero, and fellow Philly mainstay King Britt, where she was featured on his legendary album When the Funk Hits the Fan. She has worked with Mark de Clive-Lowe – fan favorite songs include “Keep It Movin’”, “Believe”, “Hold Your Head Up” and their infectious 2010 cover of Michael Jackson’s “I Can’t Help It”. In 2014, she released her single “It’s House Music”, produced by Osunlade, on Yoruba Records, which is still considered a fan-favorite world-wide. In 2017, her single “Peace You’ll Find” was released on Reelsoul Musik, produced by Will “Reelsoul” Rodriguez.
With the resurgence of “Let It Fall”, which went viral via Facebook with over 20 million views (video of a fan seen dancing and lip-syncing to the song in Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa), and thanks to another video of legendary choreographer Toni Basil, dancing to “It’s House Music”, that went viral with over 5 million views on Twitter, and was also seen on Inside Edition; it is clear – LADY ALMA is in-demand! Her single “Glory & Honor” (produced by Darryl James) was released in March 2018, and quickly followed by “A Time And A Place” with producer/DJ Ralf GUM, which was released in June 2018 on GOGO Music. Also in 2018, LADY ALMA was recognized by Traxsource as “Best of 2018” including: “2 Top 10s”, “16 Top 100 spins” and “60 features in DJ Top 10 Charts” to name a few.
Whether you’re in Toronto, Japan, Berlin, London, Paris, Johannesburg, or major cities across the US, LADY ALMA’s music is revered by many fans and DJs alike. As quoted by legendary dj/producer DJ Jazzy Jeff, “Oh my God…if you’re looking for some true soulful emotion, movin’ vocals…here you go…she makes me wanna throw my hands in the air & party the nite away… that’s Philly soul for ya!”.
Get General Admission Tickets – https://worldcafelive.org/event/message-in-our-music-black-music-from-disco-to-house-a-musical-legacy/
*** WURD-96.1FM / AM 900 is Pennsylvania’s only Black owned media company with progressive talk programming for the community. To browse the station website and become a member or listen to the 24/7 content from anywhere, click here.
Time
(Friday) 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm ET
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Organizer
WURD Radio
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Thursday Feb 13th - Thursday Feb 19th, 2026 BRAZIL is the largest Latin country in the Americas
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Thursday Feb 13th – Thursday Feb 19th, 2026
BRAZIL is the largest Latin country in the Americas with cultural influences of this country are a blend of Native American, African, European and Portuguese customs. As an added fact, it claims the most recognized and uninhibited of all Carnival celebrations on the globe.
For the people of Brazil, Carnival is an enormous festival of pride, culture and party energy celebrated annually before Lent each. While Salvador da Bahia claims the largest celebration, Rio de Janeiro’s, massive Street Parties (called Blocos), lavish Masquerade Balls and prestigious Samba school competition make it the epic televised event watched around the world! 
The signature parade competition in Rio’s Sambadrome Stadium goes on through the entire week, where the top samba troops in the city contend fiercely for the coveted championship crown. Showcased are large, hand-crafted, visually impressive parade floats from each Samba school, led by a beautiful “Samba Queen”. The Samba Queen is accompanied by thousands (yes, thousands) of male & female singers, drummers and dancers in dazzling costumes performing choreographed routines to the Samba beat. It is such an overwhelming, exuberant display of artistry & showmanship – that if you look closely, you’ll may even spot several Samba dancers with absolutely no costume at all! (WHOA)
After the past twelve years of attendance, we can say this event never disappoints! Make plans as we set our sites on a proper return next February. Join the Funky People for the the biggest party on the planet at Carnavale 2026!
View some highlights of Carnival 2025
2025 Samba Parade ~ Video 1 || Video 2
**Email us ASAP to get early bird 2026 trip pricing & best land options**
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12 (Thursday) 3:00 pm - 19 (Thursday) 12:00 pm
Location
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Organizer
FP Entertainment & TGW Travel
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The Funkiest Show on Radio continues into this new year at a new time starting on February 4th - TUESDAYS at 2pm ET ~ Skip "The Funktologist" Reeves
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The Funkiest Show on Radio continues into this new year at a new time starting on February 4th – TUESDAYS at 2pm ET ~ Skip “The Funktologist” Reeves hosts A Funk Above The Rest on FunkyPeopleRadio.net, AFATR is the most unique radio show broadcasting in the 21st century! 
Its’ 2-hour format is like no other in that it features the productions of both major & independent artists, from all over the world, side by side in a mixture of funk and soul music, with so much of it never heard across an international platform !!
One of our station mainstays and an audience favorite over the years, AFATR enters it’s 17th year and keeps the funk groovy for 2025 with new weekly broadcasts every Tuesday at 2pm ET (starting Feb. 4, 2025 and with replays on Thurs 1am, Saturdays at 8am). Follow Skip and all the activities of his production and music event team via www.afunkabovetherest.com.
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(Tuesday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET
Location
Denver, Colorado
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*ALL NEW* WEB SHOW SERIES: The Groove Design Radio Show debuts this season beginning Tuesday, February 11, 2025 on Funky
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*ALL NEW* WEB SHOW SERIES: The Groove Design Radio Show debuts this season beginning Tuesday, February 11, 2025 on Funky People Radio.net 
! Join resident host, Jerry Cunningham aka Jay Goodwill, along with invited guests as he cultivates a harmonious connection between Techno Music and its Soulful Elements, ensuring a smooth sonic wave that feels natural and engaging.
The Groove Design Radio Show will stream weekly with new episodes bi-weekly. Check the FP web radio schedule for new broadcasts every other Tuesday at 7:00 – 8:00 pm ET (plus encore replays on Wed at 3am ET & Fri at 3pm ET). Ask a friend to drop by and groove online with the JJC Media music family in the web radio Funk Lounge!
Browse the Groove Design Radio Show podcast archives and media contact details at the link: https://hearthis.at/jaygoodwill/ and for more featured music sessions go to: www.twitch.tv/groovedesignradio !
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(Tuesday) 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm ET
Location
Washington, DC
Organizer
J J C Media & Entertainment
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Streaming weekly on WEDNESDAYS at 1pm ET on FP Radio.net, VibeMistress Stephanie Renee hosts a sermon of soul, r&b, hip-hop, jazz & spoken
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Streaming weekly on WEDNESDAYS at 1pm ET on FP Radio.net, VibeMistress Stephanie Renee hosts a sermon of soul, r&b, hip-hop, jazz & spoken
word selections. Since 2007, weekly SSR podcasts have aired on this web radio station every Wednesday at 1pm ET (with replays on Thurs 8am, Sats at 12noon). Follow Stef and all the activities of her non-profit arts & media culture foundation, Soul Sanctuary, Inc., via their Facebook group at Soul Sanctuary Radio Congregation.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Organizer
Soul Sanctuary, Inc
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*PHILLY FM RADIO RESIDENCY* Funky People Radio® LIVE is a weekly radio show airing on Philadelphia USA FM radio and our own FP web radio station.
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*PHILLY FM RADIO RESIDENCY* Funky People Radio® LIVE is a weekly radio show airing on Philadelphia USA FM radio and our own FP web radio station. 
Spanning 12 years since January 2013, resident host Tee Alford & guest mixers feature an uptempo continuous dance music mix of Soul & Deep House dance music. Listen from anywhere using any device on Thursdays, 8-10pm ET using the FunkyPeopleRadio.net player & on Saturdays, 12midnite-2am using the to catch the broadcasts!
You can download a FREE copy of any archived broadcast, by searching/downloading the files by air date & year on our TUNE In podcast page, http://tun.in/pjbCg or iTunes-Apple Podcast page, (Listen-player links can be found under the FP home page music section) #soul #funk #disco #rhythmandblues #deephouse #housemusic #soulfulhouse #afrohouse #soulclassics #clubparty #danceparty #edm #funkypeopleradio #philadelphia #philly #onWURD #tuneIN #applepodcasts #iTunes
The latest weekly podcast will be posted online Friday mornings before 7 am ET. Thanks for dancing to our sound!
The Funky People Radio show images and logo are ® registered trademarks owned by Funky People, LLC
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22 (Thursday) 8:00 pm - 24 (Saturday) 11:59 pm
Organizer
Funky People Entertainment
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RETURNING to Washington, DC for Spring 2025 ~ Friday May 23, 2025, DENNIS FERRER is live at FLASH,
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RETURNING to Washington, DC for Spring 2025 ~ Friday May 23, 2025, DENNIS FERRER is live at FLASH, 645 Florida Ave, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001. Flash is an indoor night club with three levels including a rooftop. 21 & older with ID to enter. Attire is Casual. Come to dance. Street & lot parking nearby. Get Online Tix —>> https://www.flashdc.com/e/OoSiwlCfSV
Dennis Ferrer is without doubt one of the most well rounded producer/song-writers in dance music, let alone house. He’s produced myriad styles (ambient, acid techno, tech, gospel, Afro, soulful), and has collaborated with masters including Damon Wild, Kerri Chandler and Jerome Sydenham. It’s an apprenticeship that many aspiring producers would trade their right arm for, and by combining this with strong ideas and passion, his consistency and quality over the last five years has been peerless.
With a string of soulful hits in the early 2000’s, Ferrer’s absolutely monstrous collaboration with Jerome Sydenham, Sandcastles (2003) was his most ambitious venture to date and straddled the tech-soulful divide for the first time. He has since recorded at least five more of the global dance floor’s biggest records of the last four years: Sandcastles, Son Of Raw, Timbuktu, Church Lady, Blaze / Barbara Tucker “Most Precious Love” (Remix), and Fish Go Deep “The Cure & The Cause” remix. He balks at a genre or scene and this is subsequently what makes a Ferrer record sound so fresh. A Ferrer production is always a hybrid of influences unlike any other. His debut artist album, The World As I See (King Street / Defected) is an amalgamation of global sounds, expertly honed into soul-stirring, modern house collection which moves from futuristic gospel, “Church Lady”, to the afro-techish “Transitions” to the old school hip house of “P 2 Da J”, to the Madonna-esque pop meets gospel of “Touched The Sky”.
When he’s not producing his own music, Ferrer’s passion is developing the careers of others not only in the form of his remixes. His label Objektivity is home base for teenage DJ / producer sensations, The Martinez Brothers with whom he works closely. Filsonik, an emerging producer from the NYC underground also benefits from Ferrer’s ears and will release his first single for the label in the summer. In the meantime, Objektivity just released the highly anticipated Ferrer / Abicah Soul co-remix of “Love Can Damage Your Health” by Telepopmusik. Thereafter, expect nothing but groundbreaking productions from the man who refuses to be painted into a stylistic box. These include a collaboration with Grammy Award winning Norwegian folk singer Ane Brun, Angela McLuskey (from Telepopmusik) and a revisit of Kevin Saunderson’s Inner City project, all culminating in a second, even more ambitious full length album coming on Objektivity before the end of the year.
Get General Admission Tickets – https://www.flashdc.com/e/OoSiwlCfSV
Time
(Friday) 10:00 pm - 5:00 am ET
Location
Washington, DC
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Artscape, AMERICA’S LARGEST FREE outdoor arts festival, rocking the cultural heart of Baltimore since 1982, is back for the 41st year this May
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Artscape, AMERICA’S LARGEST FREE outdoor arts festival, rocking the cultural heart of Baltimore since 1982, is back for the 41st year this May 24-25, 2025!!
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24 (Saturday) 10:00 am - 25 (Sunday) 8:00 pm ET
Location
Baltimore, MD
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Get ready to join us in Detroit, Michigan for
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Get ready to join us in Detroit, Michigan for the annual Movement Festival. This three-day event electronic music event will take place during Memorial Day Weekend – Saturday – Monday, May 24-26, 2025!
Get ticket admission & party event details at: https://movementfestival.com/
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24 (Saturday) 12:00 pm - 26 (Monday) 9:00 pm CDT
Location
Detroit, Michigan
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*International Radio Residency* Five years later after starting in Ibiza, Spain, the VIBE MODE radio show with Tee Alford, continues EVERY SATURDAY from Brazil. Listen in for a
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*International Radio Residency* Five years later after starting in Ibiza, Spain, the VIBE MODE radio show with Tee Alford, continues EVERY SATURDAY from Brazil. Listen in for a trek thru eclectic soulful sonics, rare grooves and classic chillout, deep house music. There will always be something different on the console playlists. Check the vibes at from any phone/computer via Black Point Soul Radio (5-6pm EDT / 1800 BRT – Rio local time). [The Eastern times will change during the Winter season]
Follow the playback online and bookmark your favorite Vibe Mode podcasts after each new broadcast via iTunes.com or YouTube.com. (Listen-player links can also be found on this site. Browse under the homepage music section) #chillout #funk #disco #boogie #afrobeat #jazz #neosoul #latin #deepsoul #deephouse #downtempo
Thanks for listening and enjoying our curation of balearic vibrations from Rio de Janerio! You can stream our Philly WURD radio show on Saturdays, as well. Join our FP newsletter to get upcoming travel group announcements & upcoming event/tour details.
The Vibe Mode show logo is a ® registered trademark owned by Funky People, LLC.
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(Saturday) 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET
Location
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Organizer
Funky People Entertainment
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ANNUAL MUSIC EVENT: Live Nation Presents: Roots
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ANNUAL MUSIC EVENT: Live Nation Presents: Roots Picnic 2025 on May 31st & June 1st. The full lineup and ticket prices have been posted. Use the link below for complete details.
Dates: Saturday & Sunday May 31 – June 1, 2024 at the Mann in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA
For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://therootspicnic.com/
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May 31 (Saturday) 10:00 am - June 1 (Sunday) 11:00 pm ET
Location
Philadelphia, PA
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AN ANNUAL CLASSIC DANCE EVENT RETURNS to Washington, DC ~ WONDER-Full - A Tribute to the Music Wonder of Stevie
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AN ANNUAL CLASSIC DANCE EVENT RETURNS to Washington, DC ~ WONDER-Full – A Tribute to the Music Wonder of Stevie is at Black Cat DC, 1811 14th Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001 on Sunday June 1, 2025. DJs Spinna & Jahsonic curate the vibes. 21 & older with ID. Attire is Casual. Parking nearby. Get Online Tix —>> https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/91339474/wonder-full–a-tribute-to-the-music-of-stevie-wonder-with-dj-spinna—jahsonic
“WONDER-Full – A Tribute To The Music Wonder Of Stevie” a concept created by KeiStar Productions honoring the legendary genius Stevie Wonder… which featured DJ Spinna & *Bobbito who back in 1999, were asked to spin at a party paying tribute to Stevie Wonder’s “Songs In The Key Of Life” album. At this event, we quickly realized we all had a mutual love for ‘Little Stevie’s’ music and judging from the atmosphere on the dance floor that night, we knew we had a good thing going. * (Bobbito has moved on to pursue other ventures since 2008). KeiStar Productions has successfully produced the WONDER-Full event since 1999 starting in its hometown of New York City. From then on KeiStar Productions and DJ Spinna have traveled and hosted the WONDER-Full event nationally and internationally from NYC to Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Philadelphia, Washington DC, London, Berlin, Sweden, Canada, Japan, and Amsterdam.
DJ Spinna is an anomaly. As a world-renowned DJ, producer, remixer, label head, promoter, curator, and influencer– Spinna has crafted his artistic vision since the 1990s. His musical spectrum spans all flavors– from Hip-Hop [as founding member of The Jigmastas], to Soul and R&B [authoring remixes for Stevie Wonder and Mary J. Blige] to Jazz and Funk [reviving productions from Roy Ayers, Donald Byrd, Betty Carter, Al Jarreau, Eddie Kendricks] to Electronic/Dance and Soulful House [transforming Shaun Escoffery’s “Days Like This” into a worldwide dance floor anthem]. His prolific studio work led to his 2002 cult-classic LP, Here To There, released on the iconic BBE label.
DJ Spinna is synonymous with ground-breaking, annual tribute events. Since 2001, “WONDER-Full” has celebrated the Guest of Honor, Stevie Wonder. “Soul Slam,” 20-years strong, is the authoritative Michael Jackson vs. Prince party. At Spike Lee’s “BK Loves MJ,” DJ Spinna commemorates Michael Jackson’s birthday in Brooklyn. In 2001, Motown tapped DJ Spinna for a brilliant remix of Michael Jackson’s “We’re Almost There.”
DJ Spinna’s collaborations with Stevie Wonder include remixes for “My Love Is On Fire” and “Sweetest Somebody.” In October 2012, Spinna performed an opening DJ set for Stevie Wonder’s United Nations Peace Concert.
Spinna has blessed global dance floors across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the United States. He enjoys sharing the stage with influencers such as Gilles Peterson, Questlove, Jazzanova, Dimitri from Paris, Joe Claussell, Osunlade, Q-Tip, Jazzy Jeff, Kenny Dope, Keb Darge, DJ Scratch, DJ Shadow & Cut Chemist.
Every week on Apple Music Hits, DJ Spinna’s “Here To There Radio” features two hours of themed selections that showcase his versatile expertise and massive vinyl collection. On Twitch, he has amassed 20,000 followers spinning live, marathon sets and interacting with his chatroom on two weekly shows, DJ Spinna Presents Journey and Galactic Quiet Storm.
Get General Admission Tickets – https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/91339474/wonder-full–a-tribute-to-the-music-of-stevie-wonder-with-dj-spinna—jahsonic
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1 (Sunday) 9:00 pm - 2 (Monday) 1:00 am ET
Location
Washington, DC
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The Music Equals Life Show enters it's 7th year on Funky People Radio.net
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The Music Equals Life Show enters it’s 7th year on Funky People Radio.net 
! Join resident host, Cash Ellis aka Big Dinero, for a music journey to move your Mind, Body, and Soul with Funk, Soul, R&B, Hip-Hop and House Music blends!
The Music=Life Show is a popular multi-format music feature on the FP web radio schedule with new shows broadcast every other Monday at 8pm ET (plus weekly encore replays on Weds at 10am & Sats at 6pm ET). Log on and say hello to the crew for good listener party vibes in the Funk Lounge – let’s chat!
Drop Cash a message to find out where his upcoming live sets will be in the Washington, DC, New Jersey region or Internationally! Use these links to subscribe & follow the Music=Life Radio shows online: https://hearthis.at/tq2r9vng/ and via Facebook DJ Big Dinero’s Beat Page Group!
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(Monday) 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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WE RECOMMEND THIS EVENT: The 32nd Annual Capitol Jazz Festival returns to the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Maryland on June 6-8, 2025.
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WE RECOMMEND THIS EVENT: The 32nd Annual Capitol Jazz Festival returns to the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Maryland on June 6-8, 2025.
Talent lineup and schedule subject to change without notice. Purchase tickets on Friday, Saturday & Sunday, using: www.capitaljazz.com/tickets
Get complete festival details, the 3 day lineup of artists, location directions & more use: http://www.capitaljazz.com/
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(Friday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ET
Location
Columbia, MD
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BLUE NOTE JAZZ FESTIVAL Presents a JUNE 2025 LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCE in NEW YORK CITY: Louie Vega & the Elements of
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BLUE NOTE JAZZ FESTIVAL Presents a JUNE 2025 LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCE in NEW YORK CITY:
Location/Date: Sony Hall, 8pm – Saturday, June 7, 2025
Address: 235 W. 46th Street, New York, NY 10036 USA
Cost: Buy tickets online at https://www.ticketweb.com/event/louie-vega-the-elements-sony-hall-tickets/14347013?pl=sonyhall&REFID=250607artist. There are on-line fees for tickets.
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(Saturday) 6:00 pm - 11:59 pm ET
Location
New York, NY
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SPRING DC SHOW - EXPECTED TO SELL OUT: Tweet whose name is Charlene Keys, was discovered by then young and unknown Missy Elliott after winning an
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SPRING DC SHOW – EXPECTED TO SELL OUT: Tweet whose name is Charlene Keys, was discovered by then young and unknown Missy Elliott after winning an open audition for Elliot’s all-girl group called “Sugar”. Missy was a talent like no one had ever seen, and by 1997 she had made it with her chart-topping debut album. Charlene was working with the girl group, that Missy had left out, and was signed into many contracts that kept promising an album, but never came through. Instead the girls were left in a limbo where they weren’t permitted to work on any other projects, but couldn’t really put any work into the current project either. 
She was depressed and ready to give up on her dreams. Charlene finally abandoned the project, miserable and penniless, she fled to her parents place in Panama City, Florida and began making preparations for dealing with a life outside the music industry. But fate stepped in exactly one day before Charlene’s planned suicide. Giving herself one more day to live, she got a call from Missy Elliott who begged her to do background vocals on her “So Addictive” album. Charlene was re-energized and eager to get back into music.
Finally in 2001, at age 30, taking in her childhood nickname “Tweet”, her album “Southern Hummingbird” debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard R&B charts, and its first single “Oops (Oh My)” shot to the top ten. A second hit followed in 2002 with “Call Me”. Catch Tweet’s latest shows in 2025 near you!
Show Dates: Friday June 13, 2025, 7:30pm show
Location: The Birchmere Music Hall, 3701 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, VA 22305
For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/tweet-alexandria-virginia-06-13-2025/event/15006186A6A72ADC
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(Friday) 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm ET
Location
Washington, DC
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LIVE SUMMER DJ SET in Washington, DC ~ Sunday, June 15, 2025 at Sunday Love - Flash, 645
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LIVE SUMMER DJ SET in Washington, DC ~ Sunday, June 15, 2025 at Sunday Love – Flash, 645 Florida Ave, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001. Get Online Tickets – https://shotgun.live/en/events/soul-clap-flashdc
Soul Clap time travels on a musical spaceship of dopeness… Charles Levine aka Lonely C and Eli Goldstein aka Bamboozle cut their teeth in Boston during the 90’s rave heyday and quickly learned the power of P.L.U.R., a commitment to PEACE LOVE UNITY & RESPECT in the community, on the dancefloor, and in the DJ booth. They found an early mentor in Caril Mitro at local record shop Vinyl Connection, who taught them that HOUSE WEARS MANY HATS, “the ethos that the music we love comes in many shapes and sizes”. These values have led to a one-of-a-kind take on electronic music that breaks through limitations and genres with a deep commitment to carry on the traditions of our musical foremothers and fathers. 
Spreading their wings beyond Boston, Soul Clap found acclaim through a series of edits, remixes and originals on Wolf + Lamb, and became a household name with their mixes of Extravaganza and Bakerman. They performed everywhere from The Marcy Hotel, to DC10, to Trouw, to Panorama Bar, to The Electric Pickle and on their travels discovered EVERYBODY’S FREAKY UNDERNATURE’S KINGDOM. EFUNK sounds like modern electronic funk and became their calling card, as the title of their first album in 2012, which led to a collaboration with George Clinton and honorary entry into the P-Funk family. EFUNK remains a bridge between the discerning futurism of underground dance music and the charisma and boldness of funk. Always pushing new boundaries, always traveling through time and space, The Clap is on a mission to change the world one dance floor at a time. Dr. Funkenstein has taught us well: free your mind, and your ass will follow.
Get General Admission Tickets – https://www.flashdc.com/e/z6qCpE0BLB
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(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET
Location
Washington, DC
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JUNE 2025 DC AREA SHOW - EXPECTED TO SELL OUT: Kendrick Lamar Duckworth is one of hip-hop’s most influential rappers known for the songs “Alright,” “HUMBLE.”
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JUNE 2025 DC AREA SHOW – EXPECTED TO SELL OUT: Kendrick Lamar Duckworth is one of hip-hop’s most influential rappers known for the songs “Alright,” “HUMBLE.” and “Not Like Us.” After writing stories as a child, the Southern California native who started rapping under the name K-Dot put music to some lyrics about the rough Compton streets he grew up on. Lamar’s 2012 debut studio album, good kid, m.A.A.d City, was released to great acclaim, and his accolades have only grown since. The 22-time Grammy winner has three Best Rap Album awards to his name and made history when his record DAMN. became the first of its genre to earn a Pulitzer Prize in 2018. Lamar surprise-released his sixth studio album, GNX, in November 2024. 
SZA is a Grammy-winning R&B artist whose real name is Solána Rowe, is known for her hit songs “Kill Bill,” “Good Days,” and “Snooze.” Her independently released work caught the attention of Top Dawg Entertainment, and she became the label’s first female artist in 2013. Her first full-length album, 2017’s Ctrl, earned critical acclaim en route to platinum certification, but 2022’s SOS was an even bigger smash, topping the Billboard 200, featuring her first No. 1 song “Kill Bill,” and receiving a 2024 Grammy win for Best Progressive R&B Album. The musician has collaborated with popular artists such as Rihanna, Drake, and Kendrick Lamar, with whom she performed at the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show. Catch K Dot and Sza on the Grand National Tour this year near you!
Show Date: Wednesday June 18, 2025, 7:00pm show
Location: Northwest Stadium, 1600 Ring Road, Landover, MD
For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://www.scorebig.com/kendrick-lamar-tickets
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(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm ET
Location
Washington, DC
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A HUGE MUSIC CONCERT SERIES FOR 2025 - ALL DATES ARE EXPECTED TO SELL OUT: Black Coffee: The Residency at the
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A HUGE MUSIC CONCERT SERIES FOR 2025 – ALL DATES ARE EXPECTED TO SELL OUT:
Location/Times: The Brooklyn Mirage at Avant Gardner, 10pm – 4am
Address: 140 Stewart Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237, USA
Cost: Buy tickets online at https://www.avant-gardner.com/events/2025/05/04/blackcoffee-theresidency.
Please be aware that there are on-line fees for ticket sales.
21+ | Valid forms of ID listed required
Important Venue Reminders: This is an indoor/outdoor venue. Wear comfortable dancing shoes or sneakers. Wear appropriate clothing…and most important…bring A GOOD ATTITUDE AND GOOD VIBES!
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July 3 (Thursday) 10:00 pm - October 19 (Sunday) 11:59 pm ET
Location
New York, NY
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The World’s biggest house music dance party returns to Chicago USA the weekend of July 10-13, 2025. Get all the details about the 41st Anniversary Festival & July
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The World’s biggest house music dance party returns to Chicago USA the weekend of July 10-13, 2025. Get all the details about the 41st Anniversary Festival & July Weekender at: http://CHOSENFEWDJS.COM !
Started in 1990 as a small gathering of friends behind the Museum of Science & Industry, the Chosen Few Picnic & House Music Festival is the world’s longest-running event dedicated to House Music. Nicknamed the “Woodstock of House Music” for its family-reunion vibe, the Picnic & Festival attracts more than 40,000 fans to Chicago’s Jackson Park each year, and counts among its supporters former United States President Barack Obama. 
About the Chosen Few DJs:
Founded in 1977 by Wayne Williams, the Chosen Few DJs is a music collective that was among the first wave of DJs and producers in Chicago who created what became known as House Music. Since 1990, the Chosen Few DJs – Williams, Jesse Saunders, Tony Hatchett, Alan King, Andre Hatchett, Terry Hunter, and Mike Dunn – along with childhood friend Kim Parham – have organized the Chosen Few Picnic & House Music Festival, drawing more than 40,000 fans each year. The collective hosts events in cities across the United States and perform at festivals around the globe, including Amsterdam Dance Event, Winter Music Conference, Tribe Tambor Cruise, and Suncébeat. They also produce hit music, from Terry Hunter’s and Wayne Williams’ GRAMMY-nominated “It’s Your World” by Jennifer Hudson and NAACP Image Award-winning production on “Aretha Franklin Sings the Great Diva Classics” to Mike Dunn’s critically acclaimed, “My House from All Angles”, the smash “In The Beginning (There Was Jack)”, an update of the classic House track featuring Chuck Roberts and Monique Bingham, and Jesse Saunder’s 2019 Billboard chart-topping “Higher”. More info: chosenfewdjs.com; Facebook; Twitter; Instagram.
Bookmark the official website for updates, announcements, event details at: http://CHOSENFEWDJS.COM/
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10 (Thursday) 12:00 pm - 13 (Sunday) 10:00 pm
Location
Chicago, IL
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A RECOMMENDED EVENT - EXPECTED TO SELL OUT: BODY & SOUL 29th Anniversary Party - Sunday, July 13th, 2025 John Davis presents Body & Soul's
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A RECOMMENDED EVENT – EXPECTED TO SELL OUT:
BODY & SOUL 29th Anniversary Party – Sunday, July 13th, 2025
John Davis presents Body & Soul’s 29th Year Anniversary. The big NYC Summer celebration continues with musical hosts Francios K, Joe Claussell and Danny Krivit, with lights by Ariel!
Location/Date: MUSICA / Sunday July 13, 2025, 6pm until…..
Address: 637 W 50th Street, New York, NY, USA
Cost: Buy tickets online at https://bodyandsoulnyc29.eventbrite.com. Please be aware that there are on-line fees for ticket sales.
Attire, Mood & Important Party Reminders: This is an indoor venue. Wear comfortable dancing shoes or sneakers. Wear Loose, cool clothing…and most important…bring A GOOD ATTITUDE AND GOOD VIBES! #dj #djmix #djset #musiclover #soul #disco #futureclassic #waxpoetics #discogs #vinyllover #discoedits #funk #boogie #housemusic #houseclassics #recordcollector #loveinjection #discoclassics
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(Sunday) 3:00 pm - 11:59 am ET
Location
New York, NY
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ONE SUMMER NIGHT BACK in the DMV this July 2025 with Sheila E. & band! SHEILA E. ~ “Queen of Percussion” One of life’s constants for
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ONE SUMMER NIGHT BACK in the DMV this July 2025 with Sheila E. & band!
SHEILA E. ~ “Queen of Percussion”
One of life’s constants for Sheila E. comes down to a simple phrase: follow the beat. And her impeccable inner rhythm is the pulse behind a trailblazing career that still knows no bounds.
Family, faith and music were guiding forces for Sheila E. growing up in the Bay Area. In addition to percussionist dad Pete, the Oakland,CA native counts former Santana member/Azteca founder Coke Escovedo and The Dragons front man Mario Escovedo as uncles. Fellow Latin star Tito Puente was her godfather. In addition to being weaned on Latin jazz and Motown, Sheila E. was exposed to a diverse array of Bay Area acts. Those influences ranged from the rock of Jefferson Airplane and the Grateful Dead to the R&B/pop of the Pointer Sisters and the funk of Sly & the Family Stone. “I used to sit on the corner outside of the local community center with Twinkies and 7-Up listening to Sly and Larry Graham rehearse,” remembers Sheila E. “The sounds of the Bay Area molded me.”
So it’s no surprise that after such a music-immersive childhood, the gifted, world-class drummer and percussionist began amassing an impressive string of credits playing not only with her dad but also with pioneering talents like George Duke, Herbie Hancock, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie, Prince, Ringo Starr, Gloria Estefan, Beyonce and Jennifer Lopez. Grammy Award-nominated singer/songwriter behind the seminal hits “The Glamorous Life” and “A Love Bizarre.” A fearless multi-instrumentalist, equally proficient on guitar and bass, actress, mentor and philanthropist.
One Show Only – Wednesday July 30, 2025 at 7:30pm, The Birchmere Music Hall, 3701 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, VA 22305
For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/sheila-e-the-etrain-alexandria-virginia-07-30-2025/event/1500626DB541B213
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(Wednesday) 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm ET
Location
Washington, DC
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WE RECOMMEND THIS EVENT: Atlanta's House in the Park is a musical exploration of the soul and a vision to see House Music become a unifying movement, transcending
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WE RECOMMEND THIS EVENT: Atlanta’s House in the Park is a musical exploration of the soul and a vision to see House Music become a unifying movement, transcending every strata of society – ethnic identification, race classification, age and lifestyle. DJ Ramon “Rawsoul” Guyton, the visionary behind Rawsoul Entertainment, and Kai Alce, the man behind record la
bel NDATL, launched House in the Park in 2005, as a gift to the city and the community that supports the monthly music-social offering “The Gathering”. HITP adds much needed variety to the Atlanta music scene and features a range of House Music’s emerging local, regional, and international talents. DJ Ramon Rawsoul orchestrates this effort simply for the joy of bringing his favorite music genre to life in a tangible, meaningful way.
Start your planning soon for Atlanta’s 21st annual #HouseInThePark Weekender – August 28, – September 1, 2025! Check the official website for updates, announcements, ticket sales to enter, the 2024 park location & more at: www.houseinthepark.org
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August 28 (Thursday) 12:00 pm - September 1 (Monday) 8:00 pm EDT
Location
Atlanta, GA
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SUMMER 2025 DC PERFORMANCE: The Birchmere presents
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SUMMER 2025 DC PERFORMANCE: The Birchmere presents Raheem DeVaughn on August 30 & 31, 2025. Raheem DeVaughn is an American singer and songwriter. His debut album, The Love Experience (2005), reached No. 46 on the US Billboard 200 album chart. It featured the singles “Guess Who Loves You More” and “You”. His second album Love Behind the Melody was released in January 2008. It features the singles “Woman”, and “Customer”.
DeVaughn was nominated for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance at the 2008 Grammy Awards for the single “Woman”. His third album The Love & War MasterPeace was released in 2010. A Place Called Love Land, his fourth album, was released in 2013. In 2015, he had released his fifth album, Love Sex Passion. DeVaughn released his sixth album Decade of a Love King on October 19, 2018. On June 28, 2019, DeVaughn released The Love Reunion, his seventh studio album, featuring the lead single, “Just Right”
Tour Dates: Saturday & Sunday August 30 & 31, 2025 at 8pm, The Birchmere, 3701 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305
For tickets, go to this link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/raheem-devaughn-alexandria-virginia-08-31-2025/event/1500627BF1AA5729
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30 (Saturday) 8:00 pm - 31 (Sunday) 11:00 pm ET
Location
Washington, DC
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WE RECOMMEND THIS MUSIC VACATION EVENT: Mark your calendars to join friends back in Negril, Jamaica for the 4th Annual House Music on the Beach -
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WE RECOMMEND THIS MUSIC VACATION EVENT: Mark your calendars to join friends back in Negril, Jamaica for the 4th Annual House Music on the Beach – September 11-15, 2025!
House music is a spiritual experience. Seven Mile Beach in Negril, Jamaica is a manifestation of the Divine gifts that are all around us . Combining the two creates a synergy that releases love, peace and happiness among house music lovers from around the world. House Music on the Beach Negril is an event held at The Negril Treehouse with hand selected talent composed of phenomenal DJs and a headlining performance.
House Music on the Beach promises to deliver a transformative weekend experience for all who attend. Share the link for this year’s Negril weekender dates and announcements and to inquire about travel booking packages. Ask for Michelle or Vernon Freeland at Random Access Entertainment (908.296.1870), https://www.housemusiconthebeach.com/ or join https://www.facebook.com/groups/1104524627123345
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(Thursday) 6:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT
Location
Negril, Jamaica
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Check it out - the much loved Fall 2025 edition of the Washington DC Wine Festival is back at the Union Market District
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(Saturday) 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm ET
Location
Washington, DC
COMING SOON....
may 2025
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The Funkiest Show on Radio continues into this new year at a new time starting on February 4th - TUESDAYS at 2pm ET ~ Skip "The Funktologist" Reeves
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The Funkiest Show on Radio continues into this new year at a new time starting on February 4th – TUESDAYS at 2pm ET ~ Skip “The Funktologist” Reeves hosts A Funk Above The Rest on FunkyPeopleRadio.net, AFATR is the most unique radio show broadcasting in the 21st century! Its’ 2-hour format is like no other in that it features the productions of both major & independent artists, from all over the world, side by side in a mixture of funk and soul music, with so much of it never heard across an international platform !!
One of our station mainstays and an audience favorite over the years, AFATR enters it’s 17th year and keeps the funk groovy for 2025 with new weekly broadcasts every Tuesday at 2pm ET (starting Feb. 4, 2025 and with replays on Thurs 1am, Saturdays at 8am). Follow Skip and all the activities of his production and music event team via www.afunkabovetherest.com.
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(Tuesday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET
Location
Denver, Colorado
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*ALL NEW* WEB SHOW SERIES: The Groove Design Radio Show debuts this season beginning Tuesday, February 11, 2025 on Funky
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*ALL NEW* WEB SHOW SERIES: The Groove Design Radio Show debuts this season beginning Tuesday, February 11, 2025 on Funky People Radio.net ! Join resident host, Jerry Cunningham aka Jay Goodwill, along with invited guests as he cultivates a harmonious connection between Techno Music and its Soulful Elements, ensuring a smooth sonic wave that feels natural and engaging.
The Groove Design Radio Show will stream weekly with new episodes bi-weekly. Check the FP web radio schedule for new broadcasts every other Tuesday at 7:00 – 8:00 pm ET (plus encore replays on Wed at 3am ET & Fri at 3pm ET). Ask a friend to drop by and groove online with the JJC Media music family in the web radio Funk Lounge!
Browse the Groove Design Radio Show podcast archives and media contact details at the link: https://hearthis.at/jaygoodwill/ and for more featured music sessions go to: www.twitch.tv/groovedesignradio !
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(Tuesday) 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm ET
Location
Washington, DC
Organizer
J J C Media & Entertainment
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Streaming weekly on WEDNESDAYS at 1pm ET on FP Radio.net, VibeMistress Stephanie Renee hosts a sermon of soul, r&b, hip-hop, jazz & spoken
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Streaming weekly on WEDNESDAYS at 1pm ET on FP Radio.net, VibeMistress Stephanie Renee hosts a sermon of soul, r&b, hip-hop, jazz & spoken word selections. Since 2007, weekly SSR podcasts have aired on this web radio station every Wednesday at 1pm ET (with replays on Thurs 8am, Sats at 12noon). Follow Stef and all the activities of her non-profit arts & media culture foundation, Soul Sanctuary, Inc., via their Facebook group at Soul Sanctuary Radio Congregation.
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(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Organizer
Soul Sanctuary, Inc
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*PHILLY FM RADIO RESIDENCY* Funky People Radio® LIVE is a weekly radio show airing on Philadelphia USA FM radio and our own FP web radio station.
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*PHILLY FM RADIO RESIDENCY* Funky People Radio® LIVE is a weekly radio show airing on Philadelphia USA FM radio and our own FP web radio station. Spanning 12 years since January 2013, resident host Tee Alford & guest mixers feature an uptempo continuous dance music mix of Soul & Deep House dance music. Listen from anywhere using any device on Thursdays, 8-10pm ET using the FunkyPeopleRadio.net player & on Saturdays, 12midnite-2am using the to catch the broadcasts!
You can download a FREE copy of any archived broadcast, by searching/downloading the files by air date & year on our TUNE In podcast page, http://tun.in/pjbCg or iTunes-Apple Podcast page, (Listen-player links can be found under the FP home page music section) #soul #funk #disco #rhythmandblues #deephouse #housemusic #soulfulhouse #afrohouse #soulclassics #clubparty #danceparty #edm #funkypeopleradio #philadelphia #philly #onWURD #tuneIN #applepodcasts #iTunes
The latest weekly podcast will be posted online Friday mornings before 7 am ET. Thanks for dancing to our sound!
The Funky People Radio show images and logo are ® registered trademarks owned by Funky People, LLC
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22 (Thursday) 8:00 pm - 24 (Saturday) 11:59 pm
Organizer
Funky People Entertainment
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RETURNING to Washington, DC for Spring 2025 ~ Friday May 23, 2025, DENNIS FERRER is live at FLASH,
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RETURNING to Washington, DC for Spring 2025 ~ Friday May 23, 2025, DENNIS FERRER is live at FLASH, 645 Florida Ave, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001. Flash is an indoor night club with three levels including a rooftop. 21 & older with ID to enter. Attire is Casual. Come to dance. Street & lot parking nearby. Get Online Tix —>> https://www.flashdc.com/e/OoSiwlCfSV
Dennis Ferrer is without doubt one of the most well rounded producer/song-writers in dance music, let alone house. He’s produced myriad styles (ambient, acid techno, tech, gospel, Afro, soulful), and has collaborated with masters including Damon Wild, Kerri Chandler and Jerome Sydenham. It’s an apprenticeship that many aspiring producers would trade their right arm for, and by combining this with strong ideas and passion, his consistency and quality over the last five years has been peerless.
With a string of soulful hits in the early 2000’s, Ferrer’s absolutely monstrous collaboration with Jerome Sydenham, Sandcastles (2003) was his most ambitious venture to date and straddled the tech-soulful divide for the first time. He has since recorded at least five more of the global dance floor’s biggest records of the last four years: Sandcastles, Son Of Raw, Timbuktu, Church Lady, Blaze / Barbara Tucker “Most Precious Love” (Remix), and Fish Go Deep “The Cure & The Cause” remix. He balks at a genre or scene and this is subsequently what makes a Ferrer record sound so fresh. A Ferrer production is always a hybrid of influences unlike any other. His debut artist album, The World As I See (King Street / Defected) is an amalgamation of global sounds, expertly honed into soul-stirring, modern house collection which moves from futuristic gospel, “Church Lady”, to the afro-techish “Transitions” to the old school hip house of “P 2 Da J”, to the Madonna-esque pop meets gospel of “Touched The Sky”.
When he’s not producing his own music, Ferrer’s passion is developing the careers of others not only in the form of his remixes. His label Objektivity is home base for teenage DJ / producer sensations, The Martinez Brothers with whom he works closely. Filsonik, an emerging producer from the NYC underground also benefits from Ferrer’s ears and will release his first single for the label in the summer. In the meantime, Objektivity just released the highly anticipated Ferrer / Abicah Soul co-remix of “Love Can Damage Your Health” by Telepopmusik. Thereafter, expect nothing but groundbreaking productions from the man who refuses to be painted into a stylistic box. These include a collaboration with Grammy Award winning Norwegian folk singer Ane Brun, Angela McLuskey (from Telepopmusik) and a revisit of Kevin Saunderson’s Inner City project, all culminating in a second, even more ambitious full length album coming on Objektivity before the end of the year.
Get General Admission Tickets – https://www.flashdc.com/e/OoSiwlCfSV
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(Friday) 10:00 pm - 5:00 am ET
Location
Washington, DC
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Artscape, AMERICA’S LARGEST FREE outdoor arts festival, rocking the cultural heart of Baltimore since 1982, is back for the 41st year this May
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Artscape, AMERICA’S LARGEST FREE outdoor arts festival, rocking the cultural heart of Baltimore since 1982, is back for the 41st year this May 24-25, 2025!!
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24 (Saturday) 10:00 am - 25 (Sunday) 8:00 pm ET
Location
Baltimore, MD
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Get ready to join us in Detroit, Michigan for
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Get ready to join us in Detroit, Michigan for the annual Movement Festival. This three-day event electronic music event will take place during Memorial Day Weekend – Saturday – Monday, May 24-26, 2025!
Get ticket admission & party event details at: https://movementfestival.com/
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24 (Saturday) 12:00 pm - 26 (Monday) 9:00 pm CDT
Location
Detroit, Michigan
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*International Radio Residency* Five years later after starting in Ibiza, Spain, the VIBE MODE radio show with Tee Alford, continues EVERY SATURDAY from Brazil. Listen in for a
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*International Radio Residency* Five years later after starting in Ibiza, Spain, the VIBE MODE radio show with Tee Alford, continues EVERY SATURDAY from Brazil. Listen in for a trek thru eclectic soulful sonics, rare grooves and classic chillout, deep house music. There will always be something different on the console playlists. Check the vibes at from any phone/computer via Black Point Soul Radio (5-6pm EDT / 1800 BRT – Rio local time). [The Eastern times will change during the Winter season]
Follow the playback online and bookmark your favorite Vibe Mode podcasts after each new broadcast via iTunes.com or YouTube.com. (Listen-player links can also be found on this site. Browse under the homepage music section) #chillout #funk #disco #boogie #afrobeat #jazz #neosoul #latin #deepsoul #deephouse #downtempo
Thanks for listening and enjoying our curation of balearic vibrations from Rio de Janerio! You can stream our Philly WURD radio show on Saturdays, as well. Join our FP newsletter to get upcoming travel group announcements & upcoming event/tour details.
The Vibe Mode show logo is a ® registered trademark owned by Funky People, LLC.
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(Saturday) 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET
Location
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Organizer
Funky People Entertainment
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ANNUAL MUSIC EVENT: Live Nation Presents: Roots
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ANNUAL MUSIC EVENT: Live Nation Presents: Roots Picnic 2025 on May 31st & June 1st. The full lineup and ticket prices have been posted. Use the link below for complete details.
Dates: Saturday & Sunday May 31 – June 1, 2024 at the Mann in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA
For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://therootspicnic.com/
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May 31 (Saturday) 10:00 am - June 1 (Sunday) 11:00 pm ET
Location
Philadelphia, PA
june 2025
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AN ANNUAL CLASSIC DANCE EVENT RETURNS to Washington, DC ~ WONDER-Full - A Tribute to the Music Wonder of Stevie
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AN ANNUAL CLASSIC DANCE EVENT RETURNS to Washington, DC ~ WONDER-Full – A Tribute to the Music Wonder of Stevie is at Black Cat DC, 1811 14th Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001 on Sunday June 1, 2025. DJs Spinna & Jahsonic curate the vibes. 21 & older with ID. Attire is Casual. Parking nearby. Get Online Tix —>> https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/91339474/wonder-full–a-tribute-to-the-music-of-stevie-wonder-with-dj-spinna—jahsonic
“WONDER-Full – A Tribute To The Music Wonder Of Stevie” a concept created by KeiStar Productions honoring the legendary genius Stevie Wonder… which featured DJ Spinna & *Bobbito who back in 1999, were asked to spin at a party paying tribute to Stevie Wonder’s “Songs In The Key Of Life” album. At this event, we quickly realized we all had a mutual love for ‘Little Stevie’s’ music and judging from the atmosphere on the dance floor that night, we knew we had a good thing going. * (Bobbito has moved on to pursue other ventures since 2008). KeiStar Productions has successfully produced the WONDER-Full event since 1999 starting in its hometown of New York City. From then on KeiStar Productions and DJ Spinna have traveled and hosted the WONDER-Full event nationally and internationally from NYC to Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Philadelphia, Washington DC, London, Berlin, Sweden, Canada, Japan, and Amsterdam.
DJ Spinna is an anomaly. As a world-renowned DJ, producer, remixer, label head, promoter, curator, and influencer– Spinna has crafted his artistic vision since the 1990s. His musical spectrum spans all flavors– from Hip-Hop [as founding member of The Jigmastas], to Soul and R&B [authoring remixes for Stevie Wonder and Mary J. Blige] to Jazz and Funk [reviving productions from Roy Ayers, Donald Byrd, Betty Carter, Al Jarreau, Eddie Kendricks] to Electronic/Dance and Soulful House [transforming Shaun Escoffery’s “Days Like This” into a worldwide dance floor anthem]. His prolific studio work led to his 2002 cult-classic LP, Here To There, released on the iconic BBE label.
DJ Spinna is synonymous with ground-breaking, annual tribute events. Since 2001, “WONDER-Full” has celebrated the Guest of Honor, Stevie Wonder. “Soul Slam,” 20-years strong, is the authoritative Michael Jackson vs. Prince party. At Spike Lee’s “BK Loves MJ,” DJ Spinna commemorates Michael Jackson’s birthday in Brooklyn. In 2001, Motown tapped DJ Spinna for a brilliant remix of Michael Jackson’s “We’re Almost There.”
DJ Spinna’s collaborations with Stevie Wonder include remixes for “My Love Is On Fire” and “Sweetest Somebody.” In October 2012, Spinna performed an opening DJ set for Stevie Wonder’s United Nations Peace Concert.
Spinna has blessed global dance floors across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the United States. He enjoys sharing the stage with influencers such as Gilles Peterson, Questlove, Jazzanova, Dimitri from Paris, Joe Claussell, Osunlade, Q-Tip, Jazzy Jeff, Kenny Dope, Keb Darge, DJ Scratch, DJ Shadow & Cut Chemist.
Every week on Apple Music Hits, DJ Spinna’s “Here To There Radio” features two hours of themed selections that showcase his versatile expertise and massive vinyl collection. On Twitch, he has amassed 20,000 followers spinning live, marathon sets and interacting with his chatroom on two weekly shows, DJ Spinna Presents Journey and Galactic Quiet Storm.
Get General Admission Tickets – https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/91339474/wonder-full–a-tribute-to-the-music-of-stevie-wonder-with-dj-spinna—jahsonic
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1 (Sunday) 9:00 pm - 2 (Monday) 1:00 am ET
Location
Washington, DC
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The Music Equals Life Show enters it's 7th year on Funky People Radio.net
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The Music Equals Life Show enters it’s 7th year on Funky People Radio.net ! Join resident host, Cash Ellis aka Big Dinero, for a music journey to move your Mind, Body, and Soul with Funk, Soul, R&B, Hip-Hop and House Music blends!
The Music=Life Show is a popular multi-format music feature on the FP web radio schedule with new shows broadcast every other Monday at 8pm ET (plus weekly encore replays on Weds at 10am & Sats at 6pm ET). Log on and say hello to the crew for good listener party vibes in the Funk Lounge – let’s chat!
Drop Cash a message to find out where his upcoming live sets will be in the Washington, DC, New Jersey region or Internationally! Use these links to subscribe & follow the Music=Life Radio shows online: https://hearthis.at/tq2r9vng/ and via Facebook DJ Big Dinero’s Beat Page Group!
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(Monday) 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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WE RECOMMEND THIS EVENT: The 32nd Annual Capitol Jazz Festival returns to the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Maryland on June 6-8, 2025.
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WE RECOMMEND THIS EVENT: The 32nd Annual Capitol Jazz Festival returns to the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Maryland on June 6-8, 2025.
Talent lineup and schedule subject to change without notice. Purchase tickets on Friday, Saturday & Sunday, using: www.capitaljazz.com/tickets
Get complete festival details, the 3 day lineup of artists, location directions & more use: http://www.capitaljazz.com/
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(Friday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ET
Location
Columbia, MD
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BLUE NOTE JAZZ FESTIVAL Presents a JUNE 2025 LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCE in NEW YORK CITY: Louie Vega & the Elements of
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BLUE NOTE JAZZ FESTIVAL Presents a JUNE 2025 LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCE in NEW YORK CITY:
Location/Date: Sony Hall, 8pm – Saturday, June 7, 2025
Address: 235 W. 46th Street, New York, NY 10036 USA
Cost: Buy tickets online at https://www.ticketweb.com/event/louie-vega-the-elements-sony-hall-tickets/14347013?pl=sonyhall&REFID=250607artist. There are on-line fees for tickets.
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(Saturday) 6:00 pm - 11:59 pm ET
Location
New York, NY
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THE 3rd ANNUAL WURD DISCUSSION PANEL SERIES IS BACK THIS SUMMER ! Black Music Month 2025 : Message In Our Music - From Disco To House, A Musical
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THE 3rd ANNUAL WURD DISCUSSION PANEL SERIES IS BACK THIS SUMMER ! Black Music Month 2025 : Message In Our Music – From Disco To House, A Musical Legacy!
Join host & panel moderator Tiffany Bacon as well as the WURD Radio Family, dance music lovers and curators on Friday, June 13, 2025, 7pm at World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. This will be a vibrant historical & forward-looking Q & A discussion with an industry panel combined with a concert-dance party all in one exciting evening. Invited panel guests are Philly’s own Lady Alma, Tee Alford (WURD), Steve Mason (WDAS) & DJ Tactics (WPPZ). Following the talk, we’ll get down to a live performance by Lady Alma & Vertical Current with WURD’s own house music maestro, Tee Alford, closing the night with party sounds. 21 & older with ID. Attire is Casual. Parking nearby.
Get Online Tix —>> https://worldcafelive.org/event/message-in-our-music-black-music-from-disco-to-house-a-musical-legacy/
International singer and songwriter, LADY ALMA, is bringing her soaring, searing vocals back to eager audiences who desire her incomparable funk-house-soul styling. From her dynamic live shows that left critics and fans alike breathless across the globe for two decades, to the recent revival of her hit single produced by The Rainmakers entitled “Let It Fall”, LADY ALMA continues to be a widely praised source of true sonic satisfaction since her introduction.
Born in San Diego, and raised in Philadelphia, LADY ALMA began her entry into the house music scene recording club anthems helmed by the likes of super-producers Yukihiro Fukutomi, Masters at Work, Fanatix, 4Hero, and fellow Philly mainstay King Britt, where she was featured on his legendary album When the Funk Hits the Fan. She has worked with Mark de Clive-Lowe – fan favorite songs include “Keep It Movin’”, “Believe”, “Hold Your Head Up” and their infectious 2010 cover of Michael Jackson’s “I Can’t Help It”. In 2014, she released her single “It’s House Music”, produced by Osunlade, on Yoruba Records, which is still considered a fan-favorite world-wide. In 2017, her single “Peace You’ll Find” was released on Reelsoul Musik, produced by Will “Reelsoul” Rodriguez.
With the resurgence of “Let It Fall”, which went viral via Facebook with over 20 million views (video of a fan seen dancing and lip-syncing to the song in Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa), and thanks to another video of legendary choreographer Toni Basil, dancing to “It’s House Music”, that went viral with over 5 million views on Twitter, and was also seen on Inside Edition; it is clear – LADY ALMA is in-demand! Her single “Glory & Honor” (produced by Darryl James) was released in March 2018, and quickly followed by “A Time And A Place” with producer/DJ Ralf GUM, which was released in June 2018 on GOGO Music. Also in 2018, LADY ALMA was recognized by Traxsource as “Best of 2018” including: “2 Top 10s”, “16 Top 100 spins” and “60 features in DJ Top 10 Charts” to name a few.
Whether you’re in Toronto, Japan, Berlin, London, Paris, Johannesburg, or major cities across the US, LADY ALMA’s music is revered by many fans and DJs alike. As quoted by legendary dj/producer DJ Jazzy Jeff, “Oh my God…if you’re looking for some true soulful emotion, movin’ vocals…here you go…she makes me wanna throw my hands in the air & party the nite away… that’s Philly soul for ya!”.
Get General Admission Tickets – https://worldcafelive.org/event/message-in-our-music-black-music-from-disco-to-house-a-musical-legacy/
*** WURD-96.1FM / AM 900 is Pennsylvania’s only Black owned media company with progressive talk programming for the community. To browse the station website and become a member or listen to the 24/7 content from anywhere, click here.
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(Friday) 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm ET
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Organizer
WURD Radio
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SPRING DC SHOW - EXPECTED TO SELL OUT: Tweet whose name is Charlene Keys, was discovered by then young and unknown Missy Elliott after winning an
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SPRING DC SHOW – EXPECTED TO SELL OUT: Tweet whose name is Charlene Keys, was discovered by then young and unknown Missy Elliott after winning an open audition for Elliot’s all-girl group called “Sugar”. Missy was a talent like no one had ever seen, and by 1997 she had made it with her chart-topping debut album. Charlene was working with the girl group, that Missy had left out, and was signed into many contracts that kept promising an album, but never came through. Instead the girls were left in a limbo where they weren’t permitted to work on any other projects, but couldn’t really put any work into the current project either. She was depressed and ready to give up on her dreams. Charlene finally abandoned the project, miserable and penniless, she fled to her parents place in Panama City, Florida and began making preparations for dealing with a life outside the music industry. But fate stepped in exactly one day before Charlene’s planned suicide. Giving herself one more day to live, she got a call from Missy Elliott who begged her to do background vocals on her “So Addictive” album. Charlene was re-energized and eager to get back into music.
Finally in 2001, at age 30, taking in her childhood nickname “Tweet”, her album “Southern Hummingbird” debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard R&B charts, and its first single “Oops (Oh My)” shot to the top ten. A second hit followed in 2002 with “Call Me”. Catch Tweet’s latest shows in 2025 near you!
Show Dates: Friday June 13, 2025, 7:30pm show
Location: The Birchmere Music Hall, 3701 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, VA 22305
For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/tweet-alexandria-virginia-06-13-2025/event/15006186A6A72ADC
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(Friday) 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm ET
Location
Washington, DC
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LIVE SUMMER DJ SET in Washington, DC ~ Sunday, June 15, 2025 at Sunday Love - Flash, 645
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LIVE SUMMER DJ SET in Washington, DC ~ Sunday, June 15, 2025 at Sunday Love – Flash, 645 Florida Ave, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001. Get Online Tickets – https://shotgun.live/en/events/soul-clap-flashdc
Soul Clap time travels on a musical spaceship of dopeness… Charles Levine aka Lonely C and Eli Goldstein aka Bamboozle cut their teeth in Boston during the 90’s rave heyday and quickly learned the power of P.L.U.R., a commitment to PEACE LOVE UNITY & RESPECT in the community, on the dancefloor, and in the DJ booth. They found an early mentor in Caril Mitro at local record shop Vinyl Connection, who taught them that HOUSE WEARS MANY HATS, “the ethos that the music we love comes in many shapes and sizes”. These values have led to a one-of-a-kind take on electronic music that breaks through limitations and genres with a deep commitment to carry on the traditions of our musical foremothers and fathers.
Spreading their wings beyond Boston, Soul Clap found acclaim through a series of edits, remixes and originals on Wolf + Lamb, and became a household name with their mixes of Extravaganza and Bakerman. They performed everywhere from The Marcy Hotel, to DC10, to Trouw, to Panorama Bar, to The Electric Pickle and on their travels discovered EVERYBODY’S FREAKY UNDERNATURE’S KINGDOM. EFUNK sounds like modern electronic funk and became their calling card, as the title of their first album in 2012, which led to a collaboration with George Clinton and honorary entry into the P-Funk family. EFUNK remains a bridge between the discerning futurism of underground dance music and the charisma and boldness of funk. Always pushing new boundaries, always traveling through time and space, The Clap is on a mission to change the world one dance floor at a time. Dr. Funkenstein has taught us well: free your mind, and your ass will follow.
Get General Admission Tickets – https://www.flashdc.com/e/z6qCpE0BLB
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(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET
Location
Washington, DC
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Get your tickets now so you don't miss out on the 2025 edition of the Philadelphia Wine Festival taking place on Saturday May
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(Saturday) 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET
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Philadelphia, PA
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COME JOIN US AT The World’s Largest One-Day Dance Event on Saturday May 17, 2025 in NEW
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COME JOIN US AT The World’s Largest One-Day Dance Event on Saturday May 17, 2025 in NEW YORK CITY! For the 19th year, Dance Parade New York takes over the streets of Manhattan with a dazzling explosion of rhythm, culture, and freedom! Check-in Location/Admission: 5 West 17th Street, New York, NY 10011 (Check-In tent at Parade Start) / Free to Attend
Join Grand Marshals Mercedes Ellington, Danny Tenaglia, David Parsons, and Funmilayo Chesney as they cut the ribbon to unleash over 10,000 dancers representing more than 100 unique style—from traditional to contemporary, from the streets to the stage! Experience the color and power of African dance, the infectious swing of Lindy Hop, the grace of Ballroom and Ballet, the fire of Salsa, and the global richness of Bolivian, Mexican, Chinese, Thai, and Indian Classical & Bhangra styles. Don’t miss the beats of Hip-Hop and House Music, the joy of Caribbean carnival moves, and the expression of Contemporary dance—all pulsing through the heart of New York City.
The parade kicks off at noon on Sixth Avenue at 17th Street, heads east on 8th Street, dances past our Grand Stand at Astor Place, and finishes in Tompkins Square Park.
DanceFest follows from 3–7pm in the park, featuring: 
Over 70 performances on the Main and Community Stages More than 20 site-specific dances popping up across the park FREE dance classes from the city’s best teaching artists
Visit https://danceparade.org for full details and help us protect the right to dance by supporting our Freedom to Dance campaign for more inclusive liquor licensing laws at https://legalizedance.org
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 7:00 pm ET
Location
New York, NY
2025sun11may8:00 pmsun10:30 pmKatt Williams in DCAn FP Best Bet8:00 pm - 10:30 pm ET Washington, DC
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HEAVEN ON EARTH TOUR 2025: Check out Katt Williams' current tour as it comes to Washington this Spring 2025! Katt, born Micah Sierra Williams on September 2, 1971,
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HEAVEN ON EARTH TOUR 2025: Check out Katt Williams‘ current tour as it comes to Washington this Spring 2025! Katt, born Micah Sierra Williams on September 2, 1971, is a renowned American stand-up comedian, actor, rapper, and voice actor. Known for his wild hair and penetrating comedic insight, Williams has made a name for himself as one of the most distinctive voices in modern comedy. Williams was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, but he made the bold decision to emancipate himself at the age of 13. He moved to Florida and supported himself with odd jobs while exploring his passion for stand-up comedy. His unique perspective and sharp wit quickly won him attention and acclaim. He made his comedy club debut in the late 1990s and gained recognition with high-profile performances in comedy festivals. His stand-up specials, such as “Katt Williams: Live: Let a Playa Play” and “It’s Pimpin’ Pimpin'”, have been praised for their energetic performances and incisive social commentary. 
In addition to stand-up, Williams made a splash in the film and television industry. He landed roles in films like “Friday After Next” and TV series such as “My Wife and Kids” and “The Boondocks”. His distinctive voice was also used in animated series like “American Dad!”. Katt Williams continues to be a powerful force in the comedy world, using his platform to both entertain and enlighten, leaving his audiences laughing while also provoking thought about societal issues. His career, marked by resilience and unabashed authenticity, continues to be a testament to his talent and passion for comedy.
Show Date: Sunday May 11, 2025, 8:00pm show
Location: DAR Constitution Hall, 1776 D Street, NW Washington, DC 20006
For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://www.dar.org/constitution-hall/schedule
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(Sunday) 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm ET
Location
Washington, DC
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MAY 2025 SHOW - EXPECTED TO SELL OUT: Kendrick Lamar Duckworth is one of hip-hop’s most influential rappers known for the songs “Alright,” “HUMBLE.” and “Not
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MAY 2025 SHOW – EXPECTED TO SELL OUT: Kendrick Lamar Duckworth is one of hip-hop’s most influential rappers known for the songs “Alright,” “HUMBLE.” and “Not Like Us.” After writing stories as a child, the Southern California native who started rapping under the name K-Dot put music to some lyrics about the rough Compton streets he grew up on. Lamar’s 2012 debut studio album, good kid, m.A.A.d City, was released to great acclaim, and his accolades have only grown since. The 22-time Grammy winner has three Best Rap Album awards to his name and made history when his record DAMN. became the first of its genre to earn a Pulitzer Prize in 2018. Lamar surprise-released his sixth studio album, GNX, in November 2024.
SZA is a Grammy-winning R&B artist whose real name is Solána Rowe, is known for her hit songs “Kill Bill,” “Good Days,” and “Snooze.” Her independently released work caught the attention of Top Dawg Entertainment, and she became the label’s first female artist in 2013. Her first full-length album, 2017’s Ctrl, earned critical acclaim en route to platinum certification, but 2022’s SOS was an even bigger smash, topping the Billboard 200, featuring her first No. 1 song “Kill Bill,” and receiving a 2024 Grammy win for Best Progressive R&B Album. The musician has collaborated with popular artists such as Rihanna, Drake, and Kendrick Lamar, with whom she performed at the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show. Catch K Dot and Sza on the Grand National Tour this year near you!
Show Date: Monday May 5, 2025, 7:00pm show
Location: Lincoln Financial Stadium, 1020 Pattison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA
For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/grand-national-tour-kendrick-lamar-and-philadelphia-pennsylvania-05-05-2025/event/02006172D1733B24
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(Monday) 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm ET
Location
Philadelphia, PA
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NEXT LIVE DC SHOW - EXPECTED TO SELL OUT: Powerhouse Grammy Winning Vocalist Ms. Lisa Fischer and her band, Grand Baton, first set out on tour
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NEXT LIVE DC SHOW – EXPECTED TO SELL OUT: Powerhouse Grammy Winning Vocalist Ms. Lisa Fischer and her band, Grand Baton, first set out on tour in 2014 in-between Lisa’s tours with The Rolling Stones, with no product to sell, no recordings or video to help book or promote shows, no t-shirts. Despite all that, based on Lisa’s reputation alone, they were invited to play in clubs, at the Newport and Monterey Jazz Festivals, and at concert halls all over the globe, winning accolades from critics, devotion from fans, and—always—invitations to return, soon. 
Their music is an organic gumbo of progressive rock, psychedelic soul, and African, Middle Eastern, Caribbean rhythms and classical influences. In performance, they re-invent songs by Led Zeppelin, Amy Grant, Little Willie John, Luther Vandross, and The Rolling Stones or Lisa’s Grammy winning solo hit “How Can I Ease The Pain”. Lisa has emerged as the most inventive and heartfelt interpreter of classic rock standards and R&B working today. This musical partnership elevates both Fischer’s artistry and Grand Baton’s distinctive style, resulting in a harmonious blend that resonates with audiences seeking a fresh and genre-defying musical experience. Catch the latest live set in the Washington, DC-DMV region this coming May!
Show Date: Sunday May 4, 2025, 7:30pm show
Location: The Birchmere Music Hall, 3701 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, VA 22305
For General admission tickets, go to this link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/ms-lisa-fischer-grand-baton-alexandria-virginia-05-04-2025/event/15006243A8131BD5
Time
(Sunday) 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm ET
Location
Washington, DC