Family-friendly things to do: County Fair and Jazz in the Gardens
A JAZZED-UP WEEKEND JAZZ IN THE GARDENS Back for its 13th year, this festival features the best in jazz, R&B, soul and hip-hop: Saturday’s performers include A. Randolph, Smokey Robinson, Trombone Shorty, Fantasia and Chaka Khan, while Sunday’s bill features Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Pi
March Events For All Tastes
…. SATURDAY, MARCH 17TH Jazz in the Gardens Taking place at the Hard Rock Stadium, on both March 17th and 18th, Jazz in the Gardens (JITG) is the fastest growing jazz and R&B festival in America. Back for its 13th year, this event will be hosted by nationally-syndicated radio per
Anita Baker to sing her farewells at 2018 Jazz in the Gardens concert
As part of her farewell tour, jazz legend Anita Baker is scheduled to perform Sunday, March 18, at Jazz in the Gardens. DAVE HOGAN Getty Images File This year’s 13th annual Jazz in the Gardens concert will feature some of R&B’s biggest Grammy-winning stars: Chaka Khan, Fantasia, Sm
Meet the Mayor of Miami Gardens, Fla., One of the Largest Black-Run Cities in the Country
“Every night in my sleep, I need you beside me.” Imagine this line sung in the style of Celine Dion’s “My Heart Will Go On,” off-key but with the same amount of confidence that Dion’s golden vocals boast. That’s how Miami Gardens, Fla., Mayor Oliver Gilbert started our interv
13th Annual Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival
Jazz in the Gardens has easily become the City of Miami Gardens premiere entertainment event. Having 11 years of history under its belt, Jazz in the Gardens celebrates diversity, culture, and art through various genres of music. Event-goers find themselves entrenched in the rich beats and
Miami Gardens Mayor Oliver Gilbert Gives An Exciting Preview To ‘Jazz In The Gardens’ Music Festival
“We’re selling an experience, not just a musical performance,” Gilbert said. Each year thousands of people descend upon Miami Gardens from March 15-18 to enjoy a weekend of music at one of the most respected jazz festivals in the nation. Incorporated in 2003, Miami Garden
Sweet Love: Anita Baker Plans Triumphant Return With Farewell Concert Series
Anita Baker shocked her fan base in early 2017 when she announced she was permanently stepping away from music. But, there’s a glimpse of hope for die-hard fans as the songstress announced she will embark on a farewell tour in celebration of her 60th birthday, to mark her music career wh
New developments in Miami Gardens set the stage for Jazz in the Gardens 2018
Next month will mark the 13th annual Jazz In The Gardens Music Festival in Miami Gardens, Florida. And while the artists may change from year to year, the epicness that goes down in South Florida each year never disappoints. Serving as a vessel to deliver premiere music from all eras of R&
Caption This: Win Tickets to See Anita Baker, Chaka Khan at 2018 Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival
If I told you The Root was giving away tickets to see Anita Baker, Chaka Khan, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Smokey Robinson, Fantasia and others on March 17 and 18 in Miami, what would you say? Hold that thought—save your creative juices. As an official media sponsor for the 2018 Jazz in the Gar
Women Make Up Half of the Lineup at Jazz in the Gardens
At a time when women’s voices are being heard more loudly than they have in decades, Jazz in the Gardens Music Fest is giving female artists an equal platform on the stage. This year’s lineup includes performers ranging from Chaka Khan to Salt-N-Pepa. Earlier this month, New Ti
Chaka Khan, Anita Baker, Fantasia, Joe, More Set for Florida’s Jazz in the Gardens Festival
*The Jazz in the Gardens festival has lined up Chaka Khan, Smokey Robinson, Joe, Fantasia, Anita Baker and more for its 13th annual music celebration this March in Miami Gardens, Fl. The two-day event offers a mixture of jazz, funk and R&B via some of the genres’ most influential art
Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival Announces 2018 Line Up. Tickets On Sale Today
CHAKA KHAN, ANITA BAKER, FANTASIA, SMOKEY ROBINSON, TROMBONE SHORTY & ORLEANS AVENUE, JOE, TASHA COBBS LEONARD, THE “I LOVE THE 90’S” TRIBUTE (FEATURING SALT-N-PEPA, KID ‘N PLAY, & TRICK DADDY & BIZ MARKIE), THE JAZZ IN THE GARDENS ALL-STARS (FEATURING PIECES OF A DREAM
Chaka Khan, Anita Baker, Fantasia, Joe & More to Perform at 2018 Jazz in the Gardens Festival
The Jazz in the Gardens festival will return for its 13th annual music celebration this March, bringing a community of jazz, funk and R&B lovers together in Miami Gardens, Florida, with some of the genres’ most influential artists taking the stage for the two-day event. The festi
Jazz In The Gardens 2018: A Musical Revival
Jazz in the Gardens (JITG) music festival has been deemed as the undeniable “travel destination for the spring.” JITG occurs annually in March and serves as the inaugural event of the highly anticipated music festival season. The JITG experience is complemented by scenic beaches, plent
Anita Baker To Have Us Caught Up In The Rapture On Farewell Concert Tour Series
January 2017 brought the devastating news that Anita Baker was hanging up her microphone and retiring from the music game. Auntie Anita took to Twitter to shut any and all rumors of a comeback down when she tweeted, “…No Tour. No CD. #Retired #BeachBum #ThankUJesus.” Bu
Anita Baker announces farewell concert to mark retirement from music
Anita Baker surprised fans on New Year’s Day when she announced that she would be doing a farewell concert series to mark her retirement from music. “[S]O Much 2 CELEBRATE with you #2018. 60th Bday in 25 days,” Baker tweeted. Farewell Concert Series, beginning in March… We’ll pai
