Celebrate the Soul: Black Music Honors Will Be Held Aug. 18

A live television taping titled Celebrate the Soul: Black Music Honors will take place Thursday (Aug. 18) at 7 p.m. at TPAC’s Andrew Jackson Hall.

The National Museum of African American Music and Central City Productions are partnering to honor the recipients. Tickets are $27.50 to $102.50.

The two-hour television special will honor legendary African American artists and organizations that have influenced and made significant contributions to American culture.

Honorees include Pastor Shirley Caesar, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Big Daddy Kane, Dionne Warwick, Clarence Avant and Stax Records. Malcolm-Jamal Warner will host the event.

“As an actor, there were things I wanted to express that I could not, maybe even as a director,” said Warner. “Music has allowed me to develop an avenue of expression that my soul needs, which is why being part of something like Black Music Honors is a phenomenal opportunity. I am excited to participate and serve in this esteemed role.”

The night will be filled with performances from Tina Campbell, Ann Nesby, Andra Day, Chubb Rock and Stokley Williams. The Bar-Kays, The Temptations Revue featuring Dennis Edwards, and The SOS Band will also perform. Monie Love will be among the presenters.