After
sold out shows around the country including Tamia and Tevin Campbell, Marmalade
Productions is proud to announce the multi award winning Brian McKnight live in
concert in South Africa - September 2015 to include Johannesburg, Durban and Cape
Town.
As an artist who needs no
introduction, Brian McKnight has earned himself a spot in contemporary music
history. He has released 15 albums to date, with several going 2 and 3 x
platinum, and he has sold over 30 million albums worldwide.
In addition to being a singer, songwriter and producer, McKnight is also a talented and charismatic personality who has hosted “Soul Session Countdown with Brian McKnight” on BETJ. In addition, “The Brian McKnight Morning Show” on KTWV the Wave Smooth Jazz radio station, was a Top 5 rated show 2 years running. In 2009 Brian started hosting his own radio show “The Brian McKnight Show” which ran in over 60 markets and was syndicated through ABC Radio. Brian also hosted his own nationally syndicated TV show “The Brian McKnight Show” which was syndicated in over 200 markets.
In addition to being a singer, songwriter and producer, McKnight is also a talented and charismatic personality who has hosted “Soul Session Countdown with Brian McKnight” on BETJ. In addition, “The Brian McKnight Morning Show” on KTWV the Wave Smooth Jazz radio station, was a Top 5 rated show 2 years running. In 2009 Brian started hosting his own radio show “The Brian McKnight Show” which ran in over 60 markets and was syndicated through ABC Radio. Brian also hosted his own nationally syndicated TV show “The Brian McKnight Show” which was syndicated in over 200 markets.
Journalists who have interviewed
McKnight over the years are usually caught off guard by his humor as well as
his deep understanding of the entertainment industry as both a professional and
a fan.
McKnight has also used his vast
industry knowledge as a red carpet host for Extra! In 2007, McKnight stepped
into Broadway with a successful run as Billy Flynn in Chicago.
He was also a contestant on the Donald Trump hit show “Celebrity Apprentice” and is toured nationwide in 2009 in the play “Cheaper to Keep Her” with Vivica A. Fox.
He was also a contestant on the Donald Trump hit show “Celebrity Apprentice” and is toured nationwide in 2009 in the play “Cheaper to Keep Her” with Vivica A. Fox.
Born in Buffalo, New York, McKnight’s musical career began in childhood when he became a member of his church NY choir and a bandleader for his high school, Sweet Home High School. By the age of 19, he signed his first recording deal with Mercury Records. In 1992, his self-titled album “Brian McKnight” was released followed by “I Remember You” (1995) and “Anytime” (1997). “Anytime” sold over two million copies and was nominated for a Grammy. In 199 McKnight released “Back at One” on Motown Records, which sold over three million copies. During his career, McKnight has worked with Quincy Jones, Justin Timberlake, Mariah Carey, Diddy, Christina Aguilera, Rascal Flatts, Nelly, Vanessa Williams, Willie Nelson and Kenny G.
Along with 16 Grammy nominations,
Brian McKnight has been the recipient of American Music Awards, Soul Train
Awards, NAACP Image and Blockbuster Awards, and Billboard Songwriter of The
Year. He has successfully navigated the boundaries of EVERY entertainment
medium in an industry that is known for its revolving door of artists.
Brian McKnight will be releasing
his soulful 16th album “Better” in August this year, he is not only getting better
with age, but also with life, love and music – a journey echoed in the
sounds and lyrics of his most heart-felt album to date. “I’m taking it back to
basics,” McKnight explains of the new album. “Creating music like we did 20
years ago – completely organic, all real instruments. The truth is, I’m in love
and love makes us better, it makes us come alive, and I wanted to convey that
through this album in a very relatable, authentic way.”
Support
acts in each city will be announced in September. Fans can be
assured of a great night out!!!
Don’t miss out on a great evening of his best and most
favourite hits.
Show: 'Brian
McKnight live
in concert - The Sequel'
Date &
Venue: Wednesday 16 September - Moses Mabhida stadium, Durban
Thursday 17th September 2015 – Grand Arena, GrandWest, Cape
Town
Saturday 19 September – Carnival City Festival Lawns, Johannesburg
Show time: 20h00 Durban – 20h00 Cape Town -19h00
Johannesburg
Duration of the show: 90 minutes
Book
now: Computicket and Shoprite Checkers
Ticket
prices: from R295.00
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(@MarmaladeProduc)
Official Hashtag: #BrianMcKnightSA
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