MISSY ELLIOTT, SWV, JEFFREY OSBORNE, EVELYN “CHAMPAGNE” KING AND THE HAWKINS FAMILY HONORED AT 8TH ANNUAL BLACK MUSIC HONORS
ROBIN THICKE PERFORMS IN SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO BOBBY CALDWELL
HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED SHOW DEBUT DURING BLACK MUSIC MONTH!
TUNE IN TO THE STELLAR NETWORK ON JUNE 3,
WATCH THE NATIONAL BROADCAST IN SYNDICATION FROM JUNE 10 TO JULY 2; AND A SPECIAL JUNETEENTH AIRING ON BOUNCE TV JUNE 19
Missy Elliott – Honoree & Da Brat – Performer
(CHICAGO, IL.) – May 23, 2023 – The 8th Black Music Honors, was a night of unparalleled glamor and style, held at The Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, GA. The Black Music Honors is an annual event that celebrates the illustrious achievements and exceptional contributions of urban music. The 8th annual Black Music Honors premieres on The Stellar Network on June 3, followed by national broadcast syndication from June 10 to July 2; and a special airing on Bounce TV on June 19.
The evening was a celebration of music legends and their incredible contributions to the American music landscape. Jeffrey Osborne received the prestigious Legends Award, while Evelyn “Champagne” King was honored as the R&B Music Icon and gospel trailblazers The Hawkins Family received the Gospel Music Icon. The GRAMMY-nominated group SWV was recognized as the Urban Music Icon, and the multi-GRAMY Award Winner Missy Elliot was crowned the Music Innovator Icon. The late Bobby Caldwell was also given a heartfelt tribute, commemorating his remarkable 25-year career.
The evening was a celebration of music legends and their incredible contributions to the American music landscape. Jeffrey Osborne received the prestigious Legends Award, while Evelyn “Champagne” King was honored as the R&B Music Icon and gospel trailblazers The Hawkins Family received the Gospel Music Icon. The GRAMMY-nominated group SWV was recognized as the Urban Music Icon, and the multi-GRAMY Award Winner Missy Elliot was crowned the Music Innovator Icon. The late Bobby Caldwell was also given a heartfelt tribute, commemorating his remarkable 25-year career.
The stage came alive with unforgettable tribute performances by an array of extraordinary artists. From the soul-stirring vocals of Anthony Hamilton feat. The Ton3s to the electrifying presence of LaTocha Scott of Xscape, and the captivating performances by Queen Naija, Elle Varner, Sheléa, Tina Campbell, Beverly Crawford, Kelontae Gavin, Zacardi Cortez, Raheem DeVaughn, Kenny Lattimore, Robin Thicke, Tweet, Nicole Wray, Lil’ Mo, Sevyn Streeter, Da Brat, and many more – the night was a testament to the immense talent within the Black music community.
Mark your calendars as the sensational event is set to premiere on The Stellar Network on June 3, followed by national broadcast syndication from June 10 to July 2, and a special airing on Bounce TV on June 19. The 8th Annual Black Music Honors, proudly presented by Procter and Gamble, is made possible with the generous support of sponsors such as AT&T, General Motors, Johnson & Johnson, State Farm, Verizon, and Walmart. The show, executive produced by Don Jackson, with Jennifer J. Jackson serving as producer and executive in charge of production, and Michael A. Johnson as producer and director, promises to be a captivating tribute to the timeless impact of Black music.
2023 BLACK MUSIC HONORS PERFORMERS AND ATTENDEES
Photo Credit: Black Music Honors
ABOUT BLACK MUSIC HONORS
Black Music Honors is an annual two-hour event that acknowledges the legendary African-American artists who have influenced and made significant musical contributions to African-American culture and American music worldwide. The celebration of Black musical excellence first began as “Celebrate the Soul of American Music” from 1990 to 1993, a TV show that featured some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry. In 2016, it was revived under the new title of Black Music Honors to commemorate Black Music Month. Black Music Honors is produced by Chicago-based production company Central City Productions (CCP). For more information, visit www.blackmusichonors.com
ABOUT CENTRAL CITY PRODUCTIONS
Founded in 1970 by Don Jackson, Chicago-based Central City Productions, Inc. is a national broadcast television producer and syndicator of its exclusively owned African-American programming. Celebrating 52 years of broadcasting Black excellence with uplifting and entertaining original television content, CCP’s award-winning television programs include the Stellar Gospel Music Awards (www.stellarawards.com), Stellar Tribute to the Holidays, Black College Quiz Show Series (www.blackcollegequiz.com), America’s Black Forum (www.americasblackforum.com), Mentoring Kings (www.mentoringking.com), Mentoring Queens (www.mentoringqueen.com
ABOUT STELLAR NETWORK TV
For over 50 years in television programming targeted to Black audiences, Central City Productions has become the most recognized and respected company in the Faith-based community. Their continued success includes the launch of Stellar Network TV that fills the void for a family-friendly, entertainment, lifestyle network targeting Black audiences. Stellar Network TV is the first in uplifting content with positive, inspirational and entertainment programming. Stellar’s goal is to be the most preferred network to Black audiences in the country. Stellar Network TV can be found on Charter Spectrum Channel 178, Verizon Fios Channel 776 and Xumo Play.