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Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024 Makes a Huge Splash

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Under a canopy of stars, Pompano Beach was transformed into a haven for jazz enthusiasts as over 10,000 music fans showed up for the beachside celebration. Jazz royalty including Branford Marsalis, Ms. Lisa Fischer & Grand Baton, David Sanchez, and Najee held court on the Champion Porsche Stage at Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024 and captivated audiences with their incredible talent.

This year's event, hosted by Mark Ruffin of Sirius XM's Real Jazz channel, was the first time the festival was located directly on the beach which allowed for exponential audience growth. With the tremendous success of this 3rd annual event, the City's Cultural Affairs Department is already planning the 2025 festival.

Upcoming announcements will be featured on https://www.pompanobeacharts.org/.

"Jazz Fest was a true testament to the power of music and art to bring people together," said Ty Tabing, Director Cultural Affairs Department. "We saw families dancing on the sand, people swaying to the melodies, and everyone smiling as they experienced phenomenal art displays by our Artists in Residence, and the incredible food and beverage options from our local venues. We are so grateful to everyone who made this extraordinary event a success, and we cannot wait to do this again next year!"

Restaurants participating in the "Beachside Beats & Culinary Treats" food & beverage area included Baresco, Beach House, Burger Fi, How You Brewin', Cannoli Kitchen Pizza, Kilwins, Lucky Fish and Oceanic.

The stunning artistic experiences provided by the talented Artists in Residence from Bailey Contemporary Arts Center, were underwritten by a $50,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Broward to expand this program outside the venue walls. Jazz Fest was the first time these funds were utilized, and they allowed for an array of impressive artistic experiences including live painting, art installations, mural curations, dance, and even a projection under the pier.

Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024 Sponsors include: Champion Porsche, John Knox Village, Bank United, Gold Coast Jazz Society, Outclique, and Pompano! Magazine.

About the City of Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department:

The mission of the Cultural Affairs Department is to provide cultural programming that includes visual arts, digital media, music, film, theater, dance and public art for the enjoyment and enrichment of residents and visitors to Pompano Beach, Broward County, and the greater South Florida area. The department programs and manages the City's premiere cultural arts venues, including the Pompano Beach Cultural Center, Ali Cultural Arts Center, Bailey Contemporary Arts Center, and the Blanche Ely House Museum. The department also oversees the City's Public Art Program and the prestigious National Endowment for the Arts' Our Town grant awarded to the Pompano Beach Crossroads place-making arts initiative.

Under a canopy of stars, Pompano Beach was transformed into a haven for jazz enthusiasts as over 10,000 music fans showed up for the beachside celebration. Jazz royalty including Branford Marsalis, Ms. Lisa Fischer & Grand Baton, David Sanchez, and Najee held court on the Champion Porsche Stage at Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024 and captivated audiences with their incredible talent.

Related link: https://www.pompanobeacharts.org/

California Soul Food Cookout and Festival to Benefit Regional Charities

PLEASANTON, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- This two-day California Soul Food Cookout and Festival is not only filled with food, fun and music, but purpose too. For 12 years running, this premier food and music event has grown to be a regional favorite. This year's festival will be held at the Alameda Fairgrounds on September 17 and 18, 2022 and will donate a portion of revenue to different charities in the Bay area who work to help the homeless and domestic violence victims.

Upwards of 5,000 people per day are expected to attend and the food and entertainment is setting up to be off the hook. In addition to some of the region's top food vendors, Chef Milly, a Hell's Kitchen celebrity, will take center stage.

For music lovers, R&B artists and gospel greats will include: Musiq Soulchild, Kevin Ross, Angie Stone, Marsha Ambrosius, Fred Hammond, James Fourtune, Karen Clark Sheard, Charles Jenkins and Bishop Cortez Vaughn.

And, football fans have something to get excited about too. Several sports' greats will be there to meet with attendees through "Meet the Football Legends" supported by the NFL Northern California Former Player's Chapter. Shake hands with the likes of Anthony Bell of the Raiders; Honor Jackson from the Patriots and Giants; Mike Meriwether of the Steelers and Vikings; Anthony Simmons of the Chargers and Cowboys; and more.

Annette Jackson, CEO of The California Soul Food Cookout and Festival, says, "This will be the ideal place to get family and friends together while celebrating the power of positivity through food, fun and music and giving back to the community at the same time."

To date, 35 food truck vendors are signed up and a job fair and career expo are scheduled to take place each day. There will also be many other vendors and specialty shops set up for people to enjoy.

Corporate partners are invited to help underwrite the California Soul Food Cookout and Festival, while showcasing and promoting their company's services and products.

Customized sponsorship packages are available here: https://eventhub.net/events/California-Soul-Food-Cookout-and-Festival_3027

"The California Soul Food Cookout and Festival serves as a platform for people to gather, celebrate and spread peace and love throughout the community for a long time to come," Jackson shares. "We also want everyone to have access to the event, so we're providing complimentary tickets for various community organizations to distribute."

For event information: https://www.californiasoulfoodcookoutandfestival.com/

SOCIAL MEDIA:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/soulfoodfestCA

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calisoulfoodfest/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calisoulfoodfest

This two-day California Soul Food Cookout and Festival is not only filled with food, fun and music, but purpose too. For 12 years running, this premier food and music event has grown to be a regional favorite. This year's festival will be held at the Alameda Fairgrounds on September 17 and 18, 2022 and will donate a portion of revenue to different charities in the Bay area who work to help the homeless and domestic violence victims.

Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival Launches 2022 Event Tickets Sales and Announces Musical Lineup

RICHARDSON, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Presented by the City of Richardson, The Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival will return as a live festival May 20-22, with tickets on sale today. Festival attendees will enjoy a variety of musical performances from both local legends and internationally renowned artists, a battle of the bands, a songwriters contest, a silent auction, culinary offerings from food vendors from throughout Dallas-Fort Worth, kids activities and more.

Performance Lineup

Highlights of the confirmed festival lineup include:

* Collective Soul,
* American Authors,
* The Wailers,
* Landsharks Band,
* Jonathan Tyler & The Northern Lights,
* Le Freak - The Greatest Disco Band In The World,
* Ryan Shupe & the RubberBand,
* The U.S. Stones - The Ultimate Rolling Stones Tribute Band,
* Jamie Lin Wilson,
* Infinite Journey - The Music of Journey,
* Jason Eady,
* The Battle of Evermore - A Led Zeppelin Tribute Experience,
* Meagan Tubb & Shady People Band,
* BettySoo,
* Curtis McMurtry, and
* Susan Gibson.

Additional artists will be added to the lineup, and updates - including a complete Festival schedule - will be announced on the festival's website and social media channels.

Ticket Information

Tickets can be purchased at www.wildflowerfestival.com. Sales include VIP packages, weekend passes and daily admission tickets. Pricing for 2022 festival tickets is $35 single day, $75 three day pass and $400 Friends of the Festival VIP Packages, and children 12 and under will receive free admission all weekend.

Friends of the Festival VIP packages will include access to the Texans Credit Union VIP Hospitality Lounge plus rock-star seating near the main Methodist Richardson Amphitheater Stage.

City residents may also purchase discounted tickets at participating City of Richardson locations beginning April 1.

Festival Hours and Location Information

The annual, three-day event will be held at Galatyn Urban Park, located just north of Galatyn Parkway on the east side of U.S. 75 (Central Expressway) in Richardson.

* Hours for the 2022 festival are:
o Friday, 6 p.m. - midnight,
o Saturday, 11 a.m. - midnight, and
o Sunday, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Festival Food and Other Attractions

In addition to musical performances throughout the weekend on the Methodist Richardson Amphitheatre Stage, Bud Light Stage, CityLine Stage and Singer Songwriter Stage, the Festival will feature various food and drink options, family-friendly activities and shopping from local vendors.

* WF! Eats & Drinks will offer a craft beer garden, wine garden and an array of tasty cuisines, including festival favorites.
* Kids attending the Festival can explore their wild side in the WF! Kids area, where they can keep moving and grooving while bands rock on stage.
* The WF! Marketplace, located in the heart of the Festival, will offer art, décor, clothing and accessories created by talented artists and novelty vendors.
* The Renaissance Hotel in Richardson is the official hotel sponsor, and Festival hotel packages will be available in the coming weeks.

Festival Parking

Complimentary parking will be available within the nearby surrounding area. Festivalgoers are encouraged to take advantage of the DART Red Line light rail, which stops at the Galatyn Park Station, located immediately adjacent to the west side of the Festival grounds.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://wildflowerfestival.com/.

About Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival

Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival began in 1993 and is produced by the City of Richardson Parks & Recreation Department. Follow Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival on social media with the official hashtag #WAMFEST22 or visit www.wildflowerfestival.com for more information.

Presented by the City of Richardson, The Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival will return as a live festival May 20-22, with tickets on sale today. Festival attendees will enjoy a variety of musical performances from both local legends and internationally renowned artists, a battle of the bands, a songwriters contest, a silent auction, culinary offerings from food vendors from throughout Dallas-Fort Worth, kids activities and more.

Related link: https://wildflowerfestival.com/

27th Annual Blind Willie McTell Music Festival Lineup Announced

THOMSON, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Activities Council of Thomson proudly announces the lineup of musicians for the 27th Annual Blind Willie McTell Music Festival. This year's date for the iconic day of great roots music is Saturday May 2, in Thomson, Georgia. The one-day event is held in honor of Thomson's Blind Willie McTell, a pioneering guitarist, songwriter and performer.

McTell, a giant of a performer in the first half of the 20th century, was a complete original - whose talent was unmatched regarding early American music. He was born South of Thomson in McDuffie County and is buried in the Happy Valley area of McDuffie County. Modern guitarists, far and wide, cite his influence as a writer, a player, and an entertainer.

The roster for the 27th features a broad swipe of influences from blues to gospel to Americana. The fest this year will feature The War and Treaty, the husband and wife duo of Michael and Tanya Trotter. They won Emerging Act of the Year at the 2019 Americana Music Awards. The award came after a breakthrough 2018 when they released their debut Healing Tide. The disc was produced by Buddy Miller (who headlined the 20th McTell Fest).

In addition, the festival will feature Son Volt, the pre-imminent combo lead by Jay Farrar, who along with Wilco's Jeff Tweedy, was one of the founders of Uncle Tupelo. With the latest disc, Union, Son Volt has released 10 albums of original material by Farrar, all of which is strongly and equally influenced by folk, rock, blues and country styles of music. They've been making strong critically acclaimed music for a couple of decades and we could not be prouder to have them at this year's fest.

Returning to Thomson in 2020 will be the Bros Landreth. Led by Canadians Joey Landreth on guitar and his brother David Landreth on bass, the latest version of their quartet is out touring behind a new disc, "87." They opened our show a few years back in trio format and we're excited for them to return. From Santa Monica, we are honored to introduce Joachim Cooder to Thomson, the home of McTell. Cooder, son of famed guitarist and musicologist Ry Cooder, is a percussionist, drummer and pianist and will be on our stage, fronting his trio. Do a search of his recording credits and you'll see an amazing list of music projects he has participated in. Cooder's eclectic solo material is his own take on the influences he's been exposed to all his life and he's out touring ahead of his second release, slated for later in the year.

Rounding out the lineup will be Atlanta's Blair Crimmins and the Hookers and 12 string guitarist Todd Albright, from Michigan. Crimmins and his band offer an incredible blast of high energy Ragtime and Dixieland music, filtered through a lens of Crimmins originals and rollicking covers from the early 20th century. Albright comes to Thomson from Detroit. Touring solo, he is a wonderful performer, vocalist, and player of the twelve-string guitar. Of course, he's a disciple of McTell, Leadbelly and other great Country blues artists from the past and will right at home on our stage.

Tickets went on sale February 1 at http://www.blindwillie.com/.

Prices for tickets are $35 advance, and $45 on the day of. There is no charge for children, ages 12 and under. Great regional food will again be featured along the food court. Gates open at 11 a.m. in the morning, with music beginning at noon. Come join the fun at the 27th Annual Blind Willie McTell Music Festival.

About the Activities Council of Thomson (ACT):

Organizers of the festival, the Activities Council of Thomson (ACT) are a non-profit organization founded in 1974. ACT was formed to foster education, appreciation and promotion of American arts, particularly those that draw from Southern history, culture and the American experience. To this end, its primary purpose over the past two decades has been to expose this area of Georgia to styles of music and musicians that, without our effort, would likely pass us by. For our work, we were honored with the Governor's Award for the Arts and Humanities in 2014.

For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/BlindWillieFest/ or http://www.blindwillie.com/.

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Caption: The War and Treaty will headline the 27th Annual Blind Willie McTell Music Festival.

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The Activities Council of Thomson proudly announces the lineup of musicians for the 27th Annual Blind Willie McTell Music Festival. This year's date for the iconic day of great roots music is Saturday May 2, 2020, in Thomson, Georgia.

Related link: http://www.blindwillie.com/

Twista, Veronica Vega, DJ G-Love, Crazy Town X with R1ckOne and more to Perform at ‘Soundwaves 360 Music Event’

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Los Angeles is in for a massive infusion of harmonious ripples when "Soundwaves 360° Music Event" rolls on to the boulevard on Thursday, November 14 at the Academy LA. Party goers will be able to surf a kaleidoscope of genres with acts ranging from hip hop to rock. The evening, presented by Brandi Irwin Productions and G-Love Productions, will be flooded with talent.

Headliners include the legendary hip hop artist, Twista, known as one of the world's fastest rappers; "Love & Hip Hop: Miami's" own Veronica Vega; world renown music producer and artist DJ G-Love and rap infused rockers Crazy Town X with R1ckOne(tm). Music throughout the night will be provided by alternating DJ's. The Academy LA is located at 6021 Hollywood Blvd. Red carpet is at 7:00 p.m. and doors open at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are available at EventBrite.com (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dj-g-love-twista-crazy-townx-veronica-vega-academy-la-tickets-78089023371?aff=ebdssbdestsearch ).

Brandi Irwin, the event host and co-producer cites "Soundwaves 360° Music Event" as a full spectrum of hip hop musical art. "We are so excited to present this explosion of diverse talent! Hip hop as a culture is really a culmination of a variety of styles and sounds. 'Soundwaves 360° Music Event' will be a festival vibe in a nightclub setting. Everyone will be able to groove to their favorites while experiencing a medley range of rhythms. Los Angeles has not yet experienced a night quite like this."

"Soundwaves 360° Music Event" will be Twista's first Los Angeles performance in four years. The Chicago based entertainer, who once held the title of "Fastest Rapper in the World" according to Guinness World Records, is a veteran multi-genre talent. His 2004 single, "Slow Jamz" (also featured on Kanye West's debut album "The College Dropout"), featured West and Jamie Foxx and became a number-one hit in the US.

Recording artist and nationally known DJ/ promoter DJ G-Love is one to watch. He will make his L.A. performance debut during the evening, with his single releases, "True Lies," and "Miss My Flight." His new album project "Chasing A Grammy," via Empire Distribution, is slated to drop soon.

Veronica Vega, one of the stars of "Love & Hip Hop: Miami" is known for her single "Wicked," which features Pitbull, and her viral hit "Pay Me." Her new single, "A Million," featuring Quavo, has over 10 million hits on YouTube.

Crazy Town X, one of the first hybrid brands to mix equal parts urban and suburban with their rap infused rock sound, are in the midst of their 20-year anniversary tour with this appearance and have plans to release their new album, "The Beautiful and Insane." R1ckOne(tm), well known for his work with the Black Eyed Peas, will perform alongside Crazy Town X.

"Soundwaves 360° Music Event" will bring the night full circle with a lineup of headliners, independent artists and local talent. For more information, tickets and talent updates, go to EventBrite.com (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dj-g-love-twista-crazy-townx-veronica-vega-academy-la-tickets-78089023371?aff=ebdssbdestsearch ).

Watch the promo videos at: https://youtu.be/bQ7SzurKMe4 and https://youtu.be/qu817wHoXTQ

Media Contact:
Makeda Smith
Jazzmyne Public Relations
jazzmynepr@gmail.com
323-380-8819

Los Angeles is in for a massive infusion of harmonious ripples when "Soundwaves 360 Music Event" rolls on to the boulevard on Thursday, November 14 at the Academy LA. Party goers will be able to surf a kaleidoscope of genres with acts ranging from hip hop to rock. The evening, presented by Brandi Irwin Productions and G-Love Productions, will be flooded with talent.

Coachella’s First Annual Rock Festival to Shake the Valley’s Floor in 2020

COACHELLA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Saimac International announced today that the Coachella music scene is growing! Executive Producer Lola Acosta's longtime vision for THE DESERT ROCK FEST is happening.

The brand new up-and-coming Rock Festival will make its presence known to the public April 3 and 4, 2020 at the highly anticipated and unique property, The Hotel Indigo in Coachella, California.

The reimagined and completely new concept Hotel Indigo will offer breath-taking sceneries, eccentric styled room combinations and of course, a 10+ acre playground to enjoy as the festival takes place right on its property.

"The Desert Rock Fest is proud to introduce world renowned artists and bands that have influenced and stamped their mark throughout rock history," says Acosta.

She adds, "With Coachella Fest and Stagecoach being a paving example of the success the valley holds, we are incredibly honored to add another festival to the desert that is not only unique to Coachella, but can further capitalize us as the music city of the world!"

The Desert Rock Fest will offer packages to music goers who are eagerly waiting for something fresh and exhilarating. We will be offering two day passes for those who want to come and enjoy the music, and indulge in the many options laid out throughout the playground including different foods, beverages and vendors. For those who are looking for more, we will be offering a VIP package.

This will include meet and greets with your favorite musicians / bands, a complimentary TDRF shirt, early entry to the festival, lanyard pass with attached phone charger, after show VIP ballroom invitation with food and drinks, as well as front row access to watch your favorite bands and rock out with them.

Do you want in on the action? Visit us at https://thedesertrockfest.com/ keep checking on our website, join the mailing list as announcements of the bands are announced and celebrity appearances are confirmed!

Saimac International announced today that the Coachella music scene is growing! Executive Producer Lola Acosta's longtime vision for THE DESERT ROCK FEST is happening.

Related link: https://thedesertrockfest.com/

Lil Uzi Vert Headlines Spring Break Explosion Music Festival at MGM Park in Biloxi

BILOXI, Miss. /ScoopCloud/ -- On this tenth anniversary of the Mississippi Spring Break Weekend, Splash Life Booking LLC is announcing the 1st annual Spring Break Explosion music festival, to be held on Friday, April 7, 2017 at MGM Park. For a decade now, college students and those seeking a white sandy beach getaway, come from all over the south to Biloxi for parties and other regional events during the "Mississippi Spring Break" weekend.

From contests to beach parties and concerts, Biloxi is the place to be for 40,000 plus spring breakers.

The festival boasts a lineup consisting of headliner and Atlantic Records Platinum recording artist, Lil Uzi Vert, alongside Kodak Black, Bianca Clarke, Corey Finesse, BPace, and more who will invade Biloxi, Miss. and kick start Mississippi's annual Spring Break Weekend.

Gates will open at 6 p.m., with a 7 p.m. show time. DJ T-Swan and DJ JukeBox will help entertain the crowds for this exclusive all-ages event. Celebrity publicist and industry insider, Karen Civil, will host this year's event, along with comedian Fatboy SSE and other celebrity guest appearances, adding a unique feature to the festival.

Tickets are on sale at https://www.springbreakexplosion.com/ and all TicketFly locations (http://www.ticketfly.com/).

The Spring Break Explosion Music Festival is the brainchild of Splash Life Booking and is a one-of-kind, all ages festival, that seeks to bring together nearly a dozen global and national entertainers and DJs, whose musical diversity, talent, and influence, promises to create a show unlike any the Gulf Coast has ever seen.

"We can't be more excited about this event," says Dollah Dae Event Organizer "Every year Mississippi Spring Break gets larger and larger. We were able to bring in some great sponsors and we hope to be the life of the party of Mississippi Spring Break weekend."

For more info visit: https://www.springbreakexplosion.com/ or email: info@springbreakexplosion.com.

Social Media:
Twitter: @SBE2k17
Instagram: @SpringBreakExplosion
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpringBreakExplosion/.

About Splash Life Booking:
Splash Life Booking is a diversified concert booking company, specializing in celebrity events, tour management, and event logistics. Splash Life Booking's focus on improving the quality of entertainment throughout the Gulf Coast region, has helped it become a trusted name in the entertainment industry. For more information, visit: https://www.splashlifebooking.com/.

* Event Promo Video (YouTube):
https://youtu.be/luOqoUUae6o

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On this tenth anniversary of the Mississippi Spring Break Weekend, Splash Life Booking LLC is announcing the 1st annual Spring Break Explosion music festival, to be held on Friday, April 7, 2017 at MGM Park. For a decade now, college students and those seeking a white sandy beach getaway, come from all over the south to Biloxi for parties and other regional events during the "Mississippi Spring Break" weekend.