Go Cruising With KC & The Sunshine Band

KC Is Hopping On Board The Soul Train Cruise To Spread Some Sunshine
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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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Look What April Showers Bring...Tamar Braxton!

Tamar Braxton

TAMAR BRAXTON ANNOUNCES EXTENSIVE 2014 TOURING PLANS 

SUPPORTING R.KELLY IN ARENAS THIS SPRING

EMBARKING ON LOVE AND WAR HEADLINE TOUR

Now that the age old mystery of what April showers bring beside May Flowers has been solved, acclaimed Braxton, Tamar (Yes, in case you were not aware Toni isn't the only one with vocal chops) - is on the loose extensively touring. Perhaps she will be in your town, or near you either way watch out for her...I mean it...!

Known for powerful and passionate live performances, Tamar Braxton will bring her dynamic and unforgettable show to audiences across North America this spring and summer.

The Grammy Award-nominated singer, songwriter, personality, and television producer is set to be direct support for R&B legend R. Kelly on his upcoming arena jaunt followed by a headline run of her own. She joins Kelly starting April 18 in Montgomery, AL through May 11 in Louisville, KY, while her solo Love and War tour commences May 16 in Miami, FL and culminates in San Francisco, CA on June 23.

Expect to hear and see her Streamline/Epic debut, Love and War, come to life vividly and vibrantly on stage nightly. Her instantly recognizable voice always captivates, while her presence remains invigorating. Idolator has called her live show, "very impressive", while Perez Hilton claims, "her vocals are ON POINT". You'll definitely feel Love and War stage when she rolls through your town.

Right now, Tamar is also compiling ideas for her next forthcoming release and preparing for the nationwide launch of The Real— the syndicated, one-hour daily talk show set to launch nationwide in Fall 2014 on Fox Television Stations and premiering in a second window on BET. Viewers can also catch her on the WE tv hit series Tamar & Vince and Braxton Family Values.

In just the past year, Tamar has solidified herself as one of R&B’s leading divas. Love and War became the #1 R&B album upon debut, selling 400,000 copies since its September release. In support of the record, she performed to packed houses across the U.S. on a 30-city tour supporting John Legend, engaged in a whirlwind European promo run, and even picked up two 2013 Soul Train Awards, after performing at the event in Las Vegas. She also released her very first holiday album, Winter Loversland. On top of it all, she gave birth to her first son, feeling like as she puts it, “I won!”

Yep, It's Her, Again

Love and War hit #2 on the Billboard Top 200 upon release, making for 2013's highest debut from a female R&B artist. Meanwhile, it also topped the Billboard Top R&B Albums Chart and iTunes Top R&B Albums Chart. Press acclaim also showered the release. Vibe described the record as "Emotional and amazing", while ARTISTdirect.com called it "everything a classic R&B record should be and so much more". After gracing the cover of Ebony Magazine, she celebrated the album's release with performances on Good Morning America, Live With Kelly & Michael, and Late Night With Jimmy Fallon.

Tickets go on sale Friday, March 28th at TamarBraxton.com

R. Kelly Tour Dates:
May 1 – Tampa, FL @ Times Arena
May 3 – Jackson, MS @ JSU Stadium
May 4 – Greenville, SC @ Bi-Lo Center
May 9 – Bossier City, LA @ Century Link Center
May 10 – North Little Rock, AR @ Verizon Arena
May 11 – Louisville, KY @ KFC Yum! Center

Headlining Tour Dates:
May 16 – Miami, FL @ Fillmore
May 18 – Lake Buena Vista, FL @ House of Blues
May 21 – Charlotte, NC @ Fillmore
May 22 – Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore
May 26 – Philadelphia, PA @ Theatre of the Living Arts
May 28 – New York, NY @ Irving Plaza
May 29 – Boston, MA @ Paradise Rock Club
May 30 – Mashantucket, CT @ MGM Grand at Foxwoods Resort
Jun 3 – Detroit, MI @ The Garden Theater
Jun 6 – Chicago, IL @ Concord Music Hall
Jun 9 – Chattanooga, TN @ Track 29
Jun 11 – Atlanta, GA @ Tabernacle
Jun 14 – Birmingham, AL @ Iron City
Jun 16 – Houston, TX @ House of Blues
Jun 17 – Dallas, TX @ House of Blues
Jun 20 – Las Vegas, NV @ House of Blues
Jun 23 – San Francisco, CA @ Regency

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