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THE BLACK WOMEN'S SUMMIT COMES TO OAKLAND ARENA ON AUGUST 2, 2025
AN UNFORGETTABLE DAY OF POWER, PURPOSE & SISTERHOOD Join U.S. Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, Joy-Ann Reid, Yara Shahidi, Tamika D. Mallory, Angela Rye, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Jemele Hill, Ilyasah Shabazz, and Maryum Ali — with guest performer Theresa tha S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D. OAKLAND, Calif., June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Black Promoters Collective proudly presents The Black Women's Summit, an all-day women's conference taking place Saturday, August 2, 2025, at the Oakland Arena in Oakland, California. This impactful event will bring together some of today's most influential voices across politics, media, activism, and the arts for a powerful day of inspiration, education, and collective celebration. This is more than a conference. It's a movement. A space created to reflect, rise, and reignite the extraordinary power of Black women across generations. Tickets go on sale Friday, June 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM local time via Presales begin Thursday, June 5 from 10:00 AM to 11:59 PM local time via the code BPC. Headlining the summit are dynamic speakers and trailblazing change-makers including: Jasmine Crockett - U.S. Congresswoman Joy-Ann Reid – Journalist, Author, documentary film producer and social & political Commentator Yara Shahidi – Award-winning actress, producer, & and the breakout star of ABC's Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated series black-ish Tamika D. Mallory – Bestselling author, award-winning social justice leader, and movement strategist Angela Rye – Award-winning host, social justice advocate, lawyer, commentator, and self-described empowermenteur Nikole Hannah-Jones – Author of the 1619 Project & Pulitzer Prize winner from the NY Times Jemele Hill – Emmy Award-Winning Journalist and Author Ilyasah Shabazz – Author, Activist, and Daughter of Malcolm X Maryum Ali – Author, Activist, and Daughter of Muhammad Ali Guest Performer, Theresa tha S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D Throughout the day, attendees will engage in transformative conversations centered around culture, policy, community, leadership, and the legacy of Black women. From personal truths to powerful calls to action, each session is designed to uplift, educate, and connect. "This isn't just a gathering. It's a celebration of Black women's empowerment. We are honoring the past, amplifying the present, and shaping the future together." — Lionel Bea, SVP, Black Promoters Collective For the latest updates and to purchase tickets, please visit About Black Promoters Collective (BPC) Since 2022, the Black Promoters Collective (BPC) has solidified its place as a powerhouse in live entertainment. As the only wholly Black-owned live music company on the Global Pollstar Top 100 Promoters list (#39) and ranked #3 on Pollstar's Global Top Urban Promoter/Producers list, BPC continues to transform the industry. Featured multiple times on the Billboard Power Players List, BPC remains committed to providing culturally relevant, world-class live entertainment experiences. Learn more at For press inquiries, interviews, or media credentials, please contact:TreMediaTresa Sanders – tresa@ Cole – daylan@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Black Promoters Collective Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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10-04-2025
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‘The Queens: 4 Legends. 1 Stage' tour coming to Legacy Arena
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — An 11-city tour featuring four Grammy-winning and nominated artists will be coming to Birmingham in May. Chaka Khan, Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight and Stephanie Mills are teaming up for 'The Queens: 4 Legends, 1 Stage' tour. The Black Promoters Collective is producing the tour. 'To have these four legendary women together on one stage is historic,' said Gary Guidry, CEO of Black Promoters Collective, in a statement. 'Each of them has left an indelible mark on the industry, and this tour is a celebration of their artistry, resilience, and legacy.' Concerts coming to Birmingham area in April The collaborative tour kicks off May 9 in Las Vegas, making its way to Birmingham's Legacy Arena on May 17. According to Black Promoters Collective, 'Fans will experience a night of unmatched vocal mastery and show-stopping performances.' Tickets to the event can be found here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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08-04-2025
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Bobby Valentino Details 'Numbing' Neurological Scare Ahead Of Millennium Tour
Bobby V, once upon a time known as Bobby Valentino, is in the headlines after the R&B singer revealed he'd had a serious health scare. Even worse, he fell ill just ahead of his scheduled performance on The Millennium Tour in Memphis. The hitmaker shared a chilling account of his experience, explaining that he was hospitalized after experiencing alarming symptoms — including a 'racing heart, fever, and numbness on the left side of his body.' After treatment, doctors suggested that these symptoms could have been related to a potential 'neurological episode.' 'Last night I got real sick,' he explained in a video recorded at the airport. In a follow up statement to The Shade Room, he further detailed, 'To be honest I wasn't gonna say nothing about this but I was rushed to the hospital – heart racing, fever spiked, whole left side of my body went numb. The doctors said it might've been a neurological episode from exhaustion and dehydration. I laid there, IV in my arm, hearing them say I shouldn't move.' Despite the health scare, Bobby V's commitment to his fans remained unwavering. When his original flight to Memphis was delayed, the 'Slow Down' singer didn't let it stop him from delivering an unforgettable performance. He reportedly spent a whopping $20,000 on a private jet to make it to the show on time. With pure gratitude and concern, his fans flooded social media with messages of prayers and well-wishes, acknowledging his relentless dedication while encouraging him to put his health first. As of now, Bobby has not revealed whether he plans to take any time off from the tour. 'Slow downnnn.. your body is trying to warn ya!! That is stroke symptoms love. More water more rest,' one person commented on TSR's page. Another wrote, 'Listen to your body after this show though. Get some rest.' The Black Promoters Collective (BPC) announced the return of the nostalgic tour last November with a star-studded lineup that includes Bow Wow, Omarion, and Trey Songz as the headliners. The 24-city tour, which began last month, includes major cities Brooklyn, Washington, D.C., Houston, Atlanta, New Orleans, and Chicago before wrapping up this month in Los Angeles. Aside from Bobby V, concertgoers have been enjoying timeless hits from the rest of the line up which includes Plies, Boosie, Ying Yang Twins, RSVP (Ray J, Sammie, Bobby V, Pleasure P), Nivea, and special guest Rick Ross. More from Bow Wow, Omarion, Trey Songz To Headline 2025 Millennium Tour 'Beat Shazam' Taps Nick Cannon To Guest Host As Jamie Foxx Remains Hospitalized The Millennium Tour Is A Nostalgic Dead Horse: Review
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19-03-2025
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Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan, Stephanie Mills and Gladys Knight to reign on the Queens Tour
NEW YORK — Barclays Center will hold a royal court when four of the best R&B vocalists of all time bring the Queens Tour to Brooklyn on May 24. Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Chaka Khan and Gladys Knight will join fellow Grammy winners Patti LaBelle and Stephanie Mills as co-headliners of the national trek announced on Tuesday by the Black Promoters Collective. Officially billed as 'The Queens: Four Legends, One Stage,' the first leg of the tour will hit 11 cities in May and June, before picking up more dates this summer. Ticket presales begin at 10 a.m. on March 20 on with general sales starting the following day. 'Music is about connection, and this will be a celebration of the joy, power, and love that it brings to us all,' 71-year-old Khan said in a statement. 'Sharing the stage with my amazing sisters is an absolute honor.' Meanwhile, Mills — who made a triumphant return to Broadway last year in 'Hadestown' — promised fans an 'electrifying' show. 'Our different styles unite in love, compassion and understanding and it's important to come together now,' said the 67-year-old Brooklyn native. 'We can't wait to see you.' LaBelle, who still tours regularly at age 80 — with recent stops at New York area venues like the Kings Theatre and NJPAC — also shared her excitement to join 'these icons, who I call sisters.' Knight, also 80, praised the 'best sisters a woman could be blessed with,' saying they'll be coming together 'in support of one another and in harmony at a time when love is most needed.'
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12-03-2025
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TAMELA AND DAVID MANN ANNOUNCE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED 'THE LIVE BREATHE FIGHT TOUR' FEATURING ERICA CAMPBELL, TYE TRIBBETT, KAREN CLARK-SHEARD & KIERRA SHEARD
Powered By Black Promoters Collective, The Live Breathe Fight Tour Invites Audiences to an Unforgettable Night of Worship, Inspiration, and Music Coming to Cities Nationwide DALLAS, March 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Award-winning power couple Tamela and David Mann are bringing faith, family, and phenomenal music together like never before with The Live Breathe Fight Tour – a must-see event uniting some of gospel's most powerful voices. This extraordinary tour will feature Erica Campbell, Tye Tribbett, Karen Clark-Sheard, and Kierra Sheard, creating an electrifying atmosphere of praise, worship, and encouragement. Launching Thursday, May 15 in Dallas, TX, The Live Breathe Fight Tour is more than just a concert—it's a movement. Designed to uplift, empower, and inspire, each night will deliver an unforgettable experience that blends soul-stirring music with personal testimonies and moments of encouragement. Presale tickets for local, venue, and The Black Promoters Collective partners will be available starting Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 10AM each venue's local time. The Black Promoters Collective presale code is BPC. General public ticket sales begin Friday, March 14, 2025 at 10AM each venue's local time. Fans can secure their tickets here. A Night of Iconic Gospel Talent Grammy® Award-winning singer Tamela Mann—renowned for her chart-topping hits like Working For Me from her latest Live Breathe Fight album and Take Me to the King—will take center stage alongside her husband, actor, and comedian David Mann, who will infuse the evening with his signature humor and uplifting messages. Joining them are: Erica Campbell – One-half of the legendary Mary Mary, Grammy® and Stellar Award-winning gospel powerhouse. Tye Tribbett – A dynamic, high-energy worship leader known for hits like Victory and Work It Out. Karen Clark-Sheard – Legendary member of The Clark Sisters, bringing her unmatched vocal prowess. Kierra Sheard – Multi-talented singer, actress, and songwriter carrying on the family's gospel legacy. "The Live Breathe Fight Tour is all about faith, resilience, and the power of worship," said Tamela Mann. "We want people to leave encouraged, refreshed, and ready to keep pushing forward no matter what they're facing. LIVE like heaven is your destiny. BREATHE every breath with purpose, and FIGHT until you get the victory." Her husband David Mann added, "We're bringing music, laughter, and inspiration all under one roof. It's going to be an incredible night for families, friends, and churches to come together and celebrate God's goodness." Tour Dates: Thursday, May 15 Fort Worth, TX Dickies Arena Friday, May 16 Memphis, TN Landers Center Saturday, May 17 Tulsa, OK BOK Center Sunday, May 18 Houston, TX Smart Financial Center Thursday, May 22 Milwaukee, WI Fiserv Forum Friday, May 23 Chicago, IL Wintrust Arena Saturday, May 24 Detroit, MI Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre Sunday, May 25 Cleveland, OH Wolstein Center Thursday, May 29 Atlanta, GA State Farm Arena Friday, May 30 Greensboro, NC First Horizon Coliseum Saturday, May 31 Hampton, VA Hampton Coliseum Sunday, June 1 Newark, NJ Prudential Center For tour dates, ticket information, and VIP experiences, visit or follow @DavidandTamela on Instagram and @DavidTamelaMann on Facebook for updates. ABOUT DAVID & TAMELA MANN Married for 36 years, David & Tamela Mann inspire audiences globally through music, theater, television, comedy, literature, fashion, social media, and philanthropy. They began their illustrious careers as integral members of Kirk Franklin & The Family, where they helped shape the sound of 90s Gospel music. This early success laid the foundation for their evolution into iconic roles within the Tyler Perry franchise, most notably as Mr. Brown and Cora, alongside Madea. David and Tamela have been instrumental to the Tyler Perry franchise, significantly contributing to stage plays, movies, and hit shows like Meet The Browns, Mann & Wife (family docu-series), and currently Assisted Living, one of BET's top rated shows. They've also built their own media and entertainment company, TillyMann Inc. David is a two-time NAACP Image Award-winning actor and comedian, is a director, and created Mann to Man®, Love Your Mind series on MannTV, which educates and advocates for mental health. An accomplished songwriter, producer, actress, and businesswoman, Tamela has amassed a Grammy® Award, BET® Award, Billboard® Music Award, and multiple NAACP Image® Awards and Stellar® Gospel Music Awards. Her 2025 NAACP Image Award-winning album Live Breathe Fight is the latest accomplishment in Tamela's storied career. The 2025 NAACP Image Award-winning single "Working for Me," marked her 11th #1 hit with Tamela setting a new record for the most #1 Gospel singles by any Gospel artist in Billboard history. Tamela's Billboard No. 1 album Best Days includes the No. 1 platinum single "Take Me to The King'' and received Billboard's "Album of the Decade" for 2010-2019, in the Gospel category. Tamela's Billboard No. 1 album, One Way, garnered two No. 1 singles, including "Change Me" and "God Provides," which earned the singer her first Grammy® Award. Tamela's athleisure apparel and shapewear line, the Tamela Mann Collection, is available at In 2018, Tamela and David released their first book and joint album, Us Against the World. The book won an NAACP Image® Award for Outstanding Literary Work. They've also pioneered the highly successful MannTV YouTube channel, where they've created multiple content series to deliver authentic, relevant and entertaining content for families around the world. ABOUT THE BLACK PROMOTERS COLLECTIVE Since 2022, the Black Promoters Collective (BPC) has solidified its position as a powerhouse in the entertainment industry, achieving remarkable milestones and leaving a lasting impact on the music landscape. As the only wholly Black-owned live music company on the Global Pollstar Top 100 Promoters list, the BPC ranks at an impressive #39, highlighting the collective's significant presence and influence in the industry. Additionally, their recognition as the #3 Pollstar Global Top Urban Promoter/Producers underscores their specialization and expertise in curating urban music experiences. Being featured thrice on the Billboard Power Players List further attests to their exceptional leadership and contributions to the music business. The CEO of BPC has made the inaugural Billboard Live Music Power Player List. The (BPC) is a coalition of six of the nation's top independent concert promotion and event production companies. It is a 100% Black-owned business whose mission is to be the world's leading producer and provider of culturally relevant live entertainment experiences. To learn more, visit MEDIA INQUIRIES: For interviews, press access, and promotional opportunities, please contact Tresa Sanders @ tresa@ or Daylan Cole @ daylan@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Black Promoters Collective
