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Celebrity Lounge features tributes to legendary performers
ON AIR Magazine Speaks to Art Norman at the Celebrity Lounge Where Artists Perform Tributes To Singing Legends
Art Norman of NBC 5 speaks to Naimah Latif of ON AIR Magazine at the Celebrity Lounge at 2020 East 83rd Street in Chicago where talented performers are paying tribute to legendary singers David Ruffin, Whitney Houston, Luther Vandross and Chaka Khan, a production of Commission Bos Brand Illusions, created by Lloyd DeJohnette. Audiences enjoy visual renditions of popular artists performing their most memorable R & B hits each Wednesday evening.
Sherie Yvette Pays Tribute To Legendary Whitney Houston
Performing artist Sherie Yvette discusses with ON AIR Magazine host Naimah Latif why she pays honor and tribute to the legendary Whitney Houston through her stage performances. She also shares her personal health challenges and how she continues to use her artistic gifts to inspire audiences despite the struggle to restore her body to wellness. Whitney Houston is known for her powerful voice as a Grammy Award winning singer and memorable performances as a screen actress in films such as "The Body Guard" and "The Preacher's Wife."
Asia Interpret's Chicago's Own Chaka Khan
Chaka Khan, the famed lead singer of the group Rufus who was honored with a street named after her in Chicago's Hyde Park community is someone Asia has long admired. She studied the energy, style and stage performances of Chaka Khan for years and now joins a number of performers as part of Commission Bos Brand Illusions in creating a unique interpretation of the performance of Chaka Khan's most memorable hits on Wednesday evenings at the Celebrity Lounge.
Lloyd DeJohnette of Commission Bos Brand Illusions Produces Entertainment That Pays Tribute to Popular R&B Singers
Creator of Commission Bos Brand Illusions, Producer Lloyd DeJohnette discusses his inspiration to honor legendary R&B singers with the talented performing artists who are featured each Wednesday at the Celebrity Lounge, 2020 E. 83rd Street in Chicago. In addition to his work behinds the scenes in production, Lloyd also offers a visual expression of singer David Ruffin, who after his career with the Temptations, continued as a solo artist, performing some of his original songs.
Raymond Goode Tells History "Through Their Eyes"
Author and Playwright Raymond Goode brings history to life in his stage play entitled "Through Their Eyes" telling stories from the past and the present through a creative stage presentation at ETA Theater in Chicago. From slaves from the past escaping to freedom with Harriet Tubman to crack addicts from the present day trying to drown their problems by staying high, author Raymond Goode presents the stories "Through Their Eyes."
Activists Present Solutions To Homelessness, Carjackings
Dr. Willie Wilson Distributes Cash to Homeless
Philanthropist and former Mayoral Candidate Dr. Willie Wilson visited several of Chicago's "tent cities" Friday, March 21st and handed out $300 in cash plus gift cards to people living outdoors in the cold. He said he did it because he was once poor and knew how it felt. Joined by 25th Ward Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez, Dr. Wilson stated that the City of Chicago needs to spend more money on affordable housing and emergency housing for its homeless population.
Men Gather At Gas Stations To Prevent Carjacking
.CHICAGO - Answering the call from activists and Public Relations Consultants Afrika Porter and Melanie Brown, more than 200 men gathered at selected gas stations Saturday January 30, 2021, to provide security for patrons to guard against carjacking. Youth between the ages of 12 and 20 have perpetrated a string of robberies and carjackings at gunpoint, some resulting in fatal shootings of victims. Many perpetrators are still at large.
Congressman Jonathan Jackson Applauds Vice President Harris For Her Stellar Record in Fighting For Social Justice
In a rousing introduction of Vice President Kamala Harris, First jCongressional District Congressman Jonathan Jackson reminded the audience that packed into Apostolic Church of God at 63rd and Dorchester, Chicago, of her stellar record as a champion of social justice throughout her career. as a District Attorney, Attorney General of the State of California, and a U.S. Senator. He also thanked his father, the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr. for the years of service as a freedom fighter and a pastor, acknowledging that his father was not retiring, he was only "pivoting" to a role of teacher and advisor.
Vice President Kamala Harris Recalls Rev. Jesse Jackson's Impact in Transforming the Politics of America
In what became an impactful history and civics lesson, Vice President Kamala Harris recounted the transforation in the political landscape of America as a result of Rev. Jesse L Jackson, Sr. and his 1984 and 1988 Presidential campaigns. Record numbers of new voters registered and participated in local and national elections. Progressive white candidates joined Black and Brown candidates and formed a "rainbow coalition" which included everything from rural farmers to working mothers. This coalition produced the first African American President and the first African American/Southeast Asian/Female Vice President.
See the electrifying speech of newly named President and CEO of Push, Dr. Freddie D. Haynes on the Community/Civic page..
Chicago Bears Players Grant a Wish For Needy Families
Former Bears Tackle James Otis "Big Cat" Williams Explains Importance of Sharing with Less Fortunate
- We are at the Ridgemoor Country Club with James Otis “Big Cat” Williams, a former professional football player with the Chicago Bears who is one of the many “All Stars” supporting tonight’s All Star Holiday Toy Drive, Tuesday, December 19, 2023, spearheaded by top 100 Chicago Bears Donnell Woolford and Starting Lineman#95 DeMarcus Walker. They are inviting other NFL and NBA Players to collect gifts and donations to purchase gift cards to distribute to families in need.
Bears Starting Lineman DeMarcus Walker Helped Spearhead Drive
Public Relations Consultants Afrika Porter speaks to Chicago Bears Starting Lineman #95 DeMarcus Walker, who, along with top 100 Chicago Bears Donell Woolford spearheaded the All Star Holiday Toy Drive at the Ridgemoor Country Club in Chicago to encourage those with affluence to give to the less fortunate during this holiday season. Supporters brought toys and gifts and held an auction during the evening to raise money to give to less fortunate families.
Prinses Hemphill of CelebEvents Organized All Star Event
Prinses Hemphill of CelebEvents, National Events Coordinator, speaks to Melanie Brown, Photographer and Public Relations Consultant and Afrika Porter, 5x Emmy Award Winner, Public Relations Consultant and Radio Personality, expressing her gratitude to the Chicago Bears team members, former team members and supporters for their charitable contributions. The toys and gifts went to Grant A Wish Chicago to give to families facing difficult financial challenges in these times.
Windy CIty BUlls End Season With 108-105 Loss to Wisconsin
Windy City Bulls End Season with 15 Wins, 19 Losses, No Playoffs
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL - The Windy City Bulls ended its 2023/2024 Season with a defeat on their home court Saturday March 30, a 108-105 loss to the Wisconsin Herd, despite the game high of 50 points scored by Jalen Harris. ON AIR Sports Editor Joshua M. Hicks and Sports Commentator Andy Diederich briefly recap the game.
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