Mary J Blige, H.E.R., Jill Scott & More Announced for Florida’s Jazz in the Gardens Festival
Florida festival Jazz in the Gardens has announced its 15th anniversary lineup next year with scheduled performances from Mary J Blige, Jill Scott, H.E.R., Charlie Wilson and more March 14-15 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. “This year’s festival has a stellar
The O’Jays Give the People What They Want for the Last Time
After a lengthy breaking from recording, the group known for Seventies hits like “Back Stabbers” returned to the studio to make one final album On March 10, Betty Wright — a successful singer, background vocalist, composer and producer with five decades of experience — watched the
Stephanie Mills: Know your worth
Grammy and American Music Award-winning recording artist, Stephanie Mills was straight-up honest, and encouraged women to know their worth, be true to themselves and not allow a man to “discount” them, during the eighth annual Women’s Impact Luncheon, which was just one of a number o
Jazz In The Gardens celebrated its 14th year
Miami Gardens, Fla. – March 15, 2019 — On March 9-10, 2019 “the fastest growing jazz and R&B festival in the U.S.” did it again! The 14th Annual Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival (JITG) ushered in the 2019 festival season with yet another “top notch” lineup. The highly an
Jazz in the Gardens Delivers a Dynamic Mix of Musical Genres
There was no better way to kick off the first week of spring than attending the 14th Annual Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival in Miami Gardens, Florida, for two full days of sold-out performances from artists like Lionel Richie, Brandy, Teddy Riley featuring Blackstreet, Dave Hollister, B
FAMU Presented with $15,000 for Scholarships at Jazz in the Gardens Music Fest
TALLAHASSEE, FL – Just before the last star appeared on stage Sunday at the 2019 Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival, Miami Gardens Mayor Oliver Gilbert III recognized another star, dedicated festival photographer Adrian Freeman, who passed away last November. Mayor Gilbert presented
Jazz in the Gardens All About Music, Arts and Empowerment
Every year the Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival (JITG) grows and adds new components. The festival has been so successful that it has been dubbed “the fastest growing jazz and R&B festival in the U.S.” In its 14th year, the City of Miami Gardens presented various events to
2019 Jazz in the Gardens kicks off in Miami Gardens
2019 Jazz in the Gardens kicks off in Miami Gardens MIAMI GARDENS, FLA. (WSVN) – Miami Gardens’ 2019 Jazz in the Gardens event kicked off Saturday. The premiere event celebrates diversity, culture and art through various genres of music. The now 12-year-old event not only brings wo
The Iconic Recording Artist: Betty Wright- Real Talk- Jazz in the Gardens: Music
What an amazing opportunity to hear directly from such an amazing woman. A woman who takes no stuff and means what she’s says. It’s the legend “Betty Wright.” I grew up listening to her music, my grandmother would sing “Clean up woman,” while cleaning the kitchen and
Jazz in the Gardens underway in South Florida
The 14th Annual Jazz in the Gardens is March 9 and 10 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. More than 60,000 concertgoers are expected to attend. This year’s lineup includes legendary singer Lionel Richie, who festival producers say has been one of the top requested artists from social
Miami Gardens set to host annual jazz festival at Hard Rock Stadium
Miami Gardens set to host annual jazz festival at Hard Rock Stadium MIAMI GARDENS, FLA. (WSVN) – The city of Miami Gardens is set to host its annual Jazz in the Gardens festival. The three-day festival will be held at the Hard Rock Stadium, at 347 Don Shula Drive, and opens Friday ni
Gaming, Calle Ocho and Jazz in the Gardens headline big Miami weekend
MIAMI (WSVN) – A one-of-a-kind gaming competition, an annual jazz festival and an annual block party headline a big weekend of activities in Miami. The Ultimate Gamer Event will take place at the Mana Convention Center in Wynwood, at 318 NW 23rd St., on Saturday, March 9, and Sunday,
The Best Things to Do in Miami This Weekend
Saturday Miami Gardens is getting jazzy for the 14th year. More than 60,000 fans are expected to converge on Hard Rock Stadium this weekend for Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival. Headlining the fest are multiplatinum crooner Lionel Richie, Blackstreet with Teddy Riley and Bobby Brown, an
Local10.com weekend guide: March 8-10
This is your one-stop shop for all the weekend’s happenings, including concerts, movies and sporting events throughout South Florida. Music Jazz in the Gardens returns to Hard Rock Stadium this weekend. Saturday’s lineup includes En Vogue, Bobby Brown and Blackstreet, while Sun
Old school acts to rule the weekend at Jazz in the Gardens
One of the biggest stars at this year’s Jazz in the Gardens Music Fest isn’t performing. But she will undoubtedly put her stamp on it. Grammy-winning soul and R&B singer-songwriter Betty Wright — whose eye for talent discovered disco legends George and Gwen McCrae, Peter Brown an
All hail the O’Jays as they bring their farewell (maybe) tour to Miami
We are gathered here today to bid farewell to a legend. After 61 years, 15 gold and platinum records and a 2005 induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the O’Jays are calling it quits. The group announced its retirement last year on CBS News’ “Sunday Morning.” Their public
Jazz In The Gardens Brings More Than Just Music To South Florida
Miami Gardens – Beyond the music, Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival (JITG) dubbed “the fastest growing jazz and R&B festival in the U.S.” ushers in the 14th Annual festival along with its ancillary official JITG events. On March 7, the City of Miami Gardens will presen
Jazz in the gardens presents poetry in the gardens, a national spoken words competition winner receives $10,000
MIAMI GARDENS, FL — Presented by the City of Miami Gardens, Poetry in the Gardens is an exciting addition to the Jazz in the Gardens brand that explores the best in spoken word and poetry. The much-anticipated competition, under the theme “Speak Your Art”, will provide a forum for sp
Sensational line-up for biggest year yet at 14th Jazz in the Gardens music fest | South Florida Times
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – On Saturday and Sunday, March 9 and 10, Hard Rock Stadium will host The City of Miami Gardens’ 14th year of spectacular music, amazing food, fabulous shopping and fun in the South Florida sun. Consider the line-up: Lionel Richie, Teddy Riley & Friends featurin
5 “Pre Jazz in the Gardens” Events to Check Out Before the Big Festival
Beyond the music, Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival (JITG) dubbed “the fastest growing jazz and R&B festival in the U.S.” ushers in the 14th Annual festival along with its additional official JITG events. On March 7, the City of Miami Gardens will present the 3rd Annual
