Gibson the iconic, American-made, leading instrument brand is proud to partner with the legendary Apollo Theater for the “Let’s Stay (In) Together: A Benefit To Support The Apollo” benefit concert. The event marks the launch of a partnership between Gibson and the Apollo Theater which will include collaborations on future show programming, music education initiatives, music preservation and support established and emerging talent.
The live, free virtual benefit concert will kick off Black Music Month in June and will offer critical support to safeguard the ground-breaking institution’s future following the unprecedented cancellation of more than 100 programs due to COVID-19. In addition, a portion of the funds raised will be allocated for micro grants to support local merchants and small businesses in the 125th Street neighborhood impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Tune in to watch the “Let’s Stay (In) Together: A Benefit To Support The Apollo” livestream this coming Thursday, June 4 at 7:30p ET/4:30p PT at www.apollotheater.org .
The concert will showcase an array of special guests delivering poems and performances dedicated to the memory of those who have lost their lives due to COVID-19. The livestream event will showcase an expanded list of artists including Ziggy Marley, Warren Haynes, Amber Iman, Divinity Roxx, Will Calhoun, Vernon Reid, Liz Warfield, and more.
The landmark event features previously announced performances by “Captain” Kirk Douglas of The Roots, Kool & the Gang, Gary Clark Jr., Robert Randolph, Ray Chew, Michael McDonald, Lil Buck & Jon Boogz, Keb Mo, Celisse Henderson, Infinity’s Song, Marc Bamuthi Joseph and DJ Reborn as well as special appearances from Dionne Warwick, Doug E. Fresh, and Roy Wood Jr.
During the show, artists will perform the music of Apollo legends such as B.B. King, Patti LaBelle, and Stevie Wonder, and highlight the Apollo Theater’s 86-year contribution to arts and culture. For all details on tonight’s “Let’s Stay (In) Together: A Benefit to Support the Apollo Theater,” and to donate and win limited edition Gibson Custom Shop guitars, visit here.
The “Let’s Stay (In) Together: A Benefit to Support the Apollo Theater” concert will also be available for free streaming by media partner, TIDAL. Music has the incredible power to connect, transform and heal. Support the legendary Apollo Theater and tune into this special event featuring music that lifts our spirits, shapes our lives, and continues to unite us all.
For all details on “Let’s Stay (In) Together: A Benefit to Support the Apollo Theater,” visit https://www.apollotheater.org/lets-stay-in-together-watch/.
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