Get Some "Soul" At Sea

2016 SOUL TRAIN CRUISE SELLS OUT 

Cruise Franchise Is The Latest StarVista LIVE Series
To Reach Capacity Long Before Sail Date
 

Did you know there was a "Soul Train" cruise?! Neither did I, heck I wouldn't even think anyone remembered the show? You learn something new all the time... StarVista LIVE announces that their 2016 Soul Train Cruise has officially sold out. The 2016 Soul Train Cruise voyage sold out faster than all predecessors, reaching capacity more than five months prior to its Caribbean departure on January 30, 2016. The cruise will include performances by the greatest names in R&B music and features special guest, the iconic Smokey Robinson. The 2016 Sailing also includes The O’Jays, The Whispers and more, along with exclusively curated on board experiences that bring fans up close and personal with the stars performing on the ship. The Soul Train Cruise is the latest in a string of popular live entertainment travel experiences that StarVista LIVE has launched in the past five years, joining the Malt Shop Memories Cruise, The Country Music Cruise and their newest, the Flower Power Cruise. “We are thrilled with how quickly StarVista LIVE has become one of the cruise industry’s greatest success stories,” says Mike Jason, StarVista LIVE Vice President of Live Entertainment. “Three of our franchises (Malt Shop Memories Cruise, The Country Music Cruise and Soul Train Cruise) consistently sell out months in advance and our newest, the 2016 Flower Power Cruise, was just launched this year and is well on its way to being the fourth. Fans have turned out in droves for the star-studded performances and special events and activities we develop just for them that bring them close to the artists throughout the journeys and create new memories that are every bit as vivid and lasting as the ones that brought them on the ship in the first place.” Soul Train Cruise Creator and Executive Producer Michael Mitchell adds, “This year, StarVista LIVE came into its own and with it the success of The Soul Train Cruise. The vision for the cruise has been non-wavering, breaking through to firmly establish it as a must-do vacation. With a new ship, The Celebrity Constellation, all new ports of call never before visited on any Soul Train Cruise and a fantastic lineup featuring the iconic Smokey Robinson, The O’Jays, The Whispers, Billy Ocean, and more… the 2016 cruise will be better than ever.” In response to the overwhelming success of the current StarVista LIVE cruise franchises, several new concepts are in development and will be announced in the coming months. Each travel experience will feature the top-of-the-line entertainment and events, luxury and service that StarVista LIVE has become renowned for.

Go Cruising With KC & The Sunshine Band

KC Is Hopping On Board The Soul Train Cruise To Spread Some Sunshine
Photo: Webster PR

KC & THE SUNSHINE BAND SET TO SAIL AS PART OF "THE SOUL TRAIN CRUISE" 

It's time to shake your booty and get on the Soul Train Cruise with KC & The Sunshine Band...who knew?!?! While you are at it also check out my  interview with KC I did last year, it's a groovy time! Interview Link: http://mshinafelt.blogspot.com/2013/03/shake-your-booty-kc-and-sunshine-band.html The Soul Train Cruise unveils a star-studded lineup for its 2015 voyage, which travels through the Caribbean from February 22, 2015 through March 1, 2015 with more than 30 R&B superstars performing nightly concerts and interacting with cruise guests during over 25 special events. The fourth sailing of the hippest trip at sea will star KC and the Sunshine Band, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, Gladys Knight, James Ingram, The Spinners, Russell Thompkins, Jr. & The New Stylistics, Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes, Regina Belle, Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis, Jr., original 5th Dimension stars, Valerie Simpson of Ashford and Simpson, Will Hart of the original Delfonics and comedian Alonzo Bodden.  Also joining the cruise are Hitzville: Las Vegas Style Motown Revue, Chicago’s  legendary R&B record store merchant “Uncle George” Daniels and cruise host Tony Cornelius.  Held aboard the luxurious Holland America Eurodam, the Soul Train Cruise departs from Fort Lauderdale, FL for Turks and Caicos, San Juan (Puerto Rico), St. Thomas, the Bahamas and the private island of Half Moon Cay in the Bahamas. "Many times during the '70s we appeared on Soul Train with Don Cornelius," said Harry Wayne 'KC' Casey.  "I only wish he could still be here to share this magic moment we are going to have on the Soul Train Cruise.  I'm looking forward to bringing our music alive once again, as we did so many times on the TV show." "This cruise has become the ultimate luxury vacation for fans of great R&B music," says Michael Mitchell, StarVista/Time Life Vice President and Executive Producer of the Soul Train Cruise.  “If you grew up watching Soul Train, this cruise will bring back all the memories-the great artists, fantastic songs, the dancers, the fashions and most of all the fun!" Chris Hearing, President of StarVista/Time Life, adds, "Our guests return time and time again for the music and the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hang out with the biggest names in R&B history." The Soul Train Cruise not only offers more than 30 concerts throughout the seven-day voyage, but also invites travelers to meet the stars during over 25 special events, ranging from cooking demonstrations to dance lessons, Q&A panel discussions to tribute shows, a gospel hour, musician seminars, wine tasting and personal meet and greet sessions.  The cruise will also film interviews with artists in front of a live audience, airing on television on a future date.  And Soul Train Cruise partner SIRIUSXM will be aboard once again, recording exclusive radio shows with the artists and giving fans a backstage view into the excitement and the music that fill the ship while CENTRIC television also returns as title sponsor, hosting a number of the cruise’s most popular onboard activities. Soul Train has been an integral part of popular culture since its debut in 1970 and continues be a vital force in entertainment with its all-star Soul Train Awards shows.  Soul Train is also one of the most successful shows ever created, holding the record for the longest, first-run, nationally syndicated television show ever and remains popular to this day.  Vintage episodes have aired on CENTRIC in recent years, nearly 500,000 DVDs have been sold, and the Soul Train Awards draw international superstars to its annual ceremony. Reservations for cabins on this cruise may be made now by visiting SoulTrainCruise.com  or by calling (toll free) (855) SOUL TRAIN (855-768-5872). Cabin rates start at just $1975 per person and include all meals, concerts, entertainment and onboard activities. KC and the Sunshine Band On Tour: 07/09 Newport, RI - Newport Yachting Club 07/10 Stamford, CT - Alive At Five Concert Series 07/11 Rama, Ontario - Casino Rama 07/12 Salamanca, NY - Seneca Alleghany Casino 07/18 Manson, WA - Mill Bay Casino 07/19 Airway Heights, WA - Northern Quest Resort & Casino 07/24 Grand Rapids, MI - Meijer Gardens Amphitheater 07/26 Wisconsin Dells, WI - Crystal Grand Music Theatre 08/01 Biloxi, MS - Hard Rock Hotel & Casino 08/02 Choctaw, MS - Arena at Golden Moon Hotel & Casino 08/07 Santa Ynez, CA - Chumash Casino 08/08 Cabazon, CA - Morongo Casino Resort & Spa 08/09 Modesto, CA - Gallo Center for the Arts 08/15 Lynn, MA - Lynn Auditorium 08/16 Atlantic City, NJ - Tropicana Hotel & Casino 08/21 Palmer, AK - Alaska State Fair 08/23 East Meadow, NY - Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre 08/24 Hampton Beach, NH - Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom 08/29 St. Charles IL - Arcada Theatre 08/30 Duquoin, IL - DuQuoin State Fairgrounds 09/13 Kansas City, MO - KC Power and Lights District 10/03 Lincolnville, ME - VinFest at Cellardoor Winery 10/31 Norman, OK - Riverwind Casino To learn more about KC and the Sunshine Band and to find more details about their upcoming tour dates, visit heykcsb.com. 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