The Platters, The Classic Drifters & The Coasters

The Platters
In 1952-53, bass singer Herb Reed founded and named The Platters, later becoming the first black group to be overwhelmingly accepted on the world stage and the first to reach international superstardom (www.theplatters.com). He was the only vocalist who appeared on all 400+ recordings of the group from its start until his death in June 2012, appointing him as the only group member to perform with The Platters continuously until he died in 2012.

Seventy years after the group’s founding, The Platters continue Mr. Reed’s legacy under the auspices of his hand-picked successor, Frederick J. Balboni Jr., despite a tumultuous history spanning decades of racism and unscrupulous identity thieves in the United States and abroad who have tried to steal its distinctiveness and make it their own.

The Coasters
The legendary Coasters have the distinction of becoming the first vocal group to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame in 1987, namely Carl Gardner, Billy Guy,Cornell Gunter, and Will (Dub) Jones. Even though all of the original members have passed away, the magic of The Coasters remains stronger than ever.

The Classic Drifters
It’s a nostalgic evening saluting one of the world’s most beloved musical groups, The Drifters.

The Classic Drifters authentically recreates the original sound of legendary hits like “Save the Last Dance For Me,” and “Up on the Roof,” plus the timeless “Under the Boardwalk.”

Several members of the group performed around the world with original Drifters’ members Bill Pickney, Charlie Thomas and Ben E. King.

Spend an evening listening to the music of the first group inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Join The Classic Drifters in concert.

Indisputably a legend, Diana Ross achieved stardom with the Supremes, a vocal group who during the 1960s grew from struggling hopefuls to Motown leaders to one of the most successful recording acts of all time. The singer broke from the group in 1970 and had immediate solo triumphs leading to more than two-dozen solo Top 40 pop hits. Among them are "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" (1970), "Love Hangover" (1976), "Upside Down" (1980), and "Endless Love" (1981), chart-topping classics traversing pop-soul, disco, and adult contemporary ballads. No matter the style or emotion, Ross has exuded uncommon levels of glamor and poise, always sounding connected to her material while conveying a sense of perseverance through even the most distressed romantic scenarios within her rich discography. Nominated for a dozen Grammy awards through her work with and without the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame-inducted Supremes, and nominated for an Academy Award for her starring role in Lady Sings the Blues, Ross has also been honored by the Recording Academy with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Her stillthriving, six-decade career was celebrated in 2019 with the documentary Diana Ross: Her Life, Love and Legacy and in 2021 she released her 25th solo album, Thank You.

The Serenade 2025 Tour
Maxwell has artfully managed to transfix music lovers for more than two decades, releasing five studio albums, all in his own time and all duly anointed as classics. The soul singer redefined soul music in April of 1996 when he released his critically acclaimed debut on Columbia, ‘Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite.’ It earned Grammy nominations, double platinum status and RIAA platinum for the single, “Ascension (Don’t Ever Wonder).” The platinum albums ‘Embrya’ (1998) and ‘Now’ (2001) followed. In 2009, Maxwell’s ‘BLACKsummers’night’ debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, earning two Grammy awards, including Best R&B Album. With a total of four platinum album certifications from the RIAA, Maxwell’s latest album, ‘blackSUMMERS’night,’ earned him a third Grammy (Best R&B Song for “Lake By The Ocean”), an NAACP Image Award (Outstanding Male Artist), and a Soul Train Award (Best R&B/Soul Male Artist). Recent accolades for Maxwell include the “Legend” Award at the 2021 Soul Train Awards and a performance at the 2022 Billboard Music Awards, where he paid tribute to Michael Jackson with “The Lady In My Life.” His critically acclaimed ‘The Night Tour’ made Pollstar’s 2022 list of “Top 20 Global Concert Tours,” (determined by average box office gross and the average ticket price for shows worldwide). His recently wrapped Serenade 2024 North American Tour saw the artist play to his legions of fans across the continent, while returning to iconic venues such as Barclays Center and Kia Forum to major praise furthering cementing him a formidable force in the neo-soul and R&B spheres. Maxwell’s “Simply Beautiful,” a rendition of the classic Al Green cut that has been incorporated into his own mythology for years, topped Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay Radio Chart, marking his ninth #1 single to top the chart and his 16th top ten hit throughout his illustrious career.

Joe
Joe is an accomplished vocalist of smooth and sultry R&B productions with occasional hip-hop beats, and his extensive background in gospel music has
allowed him to produce his albums as well as sing on them. A native of Georgia, Joe later moved to Opelika, Alabama; since he was the son of two
preachers, he spent much time in church singing, playing guitar, and even directing the choir. Influenced early on by gospel stars like the Winans,
Commissioned, and Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Joe grew to love soul legends Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye plus contemporary stars Bobby Brown and Keith Sweat.

Ginuwine
Ginuwine was one of R&B's preeminent love men during the '90s heyday of hip-hop soul. Initially teamed with Timbaland, the most innovative producer of the late '90s, Ginuwine's sultry, seductive crooning earned him a substantial female following and made him a regular presence on the R&B charts, even after the futuristic production he favored was eclipsed by the more organic, retro-leaning neo-soul movement. Ginuwine was born in Washington, D.C., on October 15, 1970, with the unlikely name of Elgin Baylor Lumpkin (after D.C.-born Basketball Hall of Famer Elgin Baylor). As a youngster, Lumpkin's interest in music was ignited by Prince and Michael Jackson, especially the latter's legendary moonwalking performance on the Motown 25th anniversary special. At the mere age of 12, he began performing at parties and bars with the local hip-hop group the Finesse Five. He later worked as a Michael Jackson impressionist and sang with another local outfit, Physical Wonder; in the meantime, he earned a paralegal degree from a local community college, in case music didn't work out. In 1996, he adopted the name Ginuwine and was discovered by Jodeci. In New York, he met up with young producer Timbaland and cut the track "Pony," whose slow, halting groove and impassioned vocals helped Ginuwine land a deal with Sony's 550 Music imprint.

Mýa
With her natural mix of effervescence, charisma, and command, Mýa is among a small class of contemporary pop-R&B artists who shot to fame in the late '90s and continues to thrive decades later. In 1998, the singer, songwriter, dancer, and actress scored a Top Ten pop hit with her debut single, "It's All About Me," and she was soon a featured artist on another major hit, Pras' "Ghetto Supastar." She returned to the Top Ten with "Case of the Ex" and earned platinum certifications for her first two albums, Mýa and Fear of Flying, by the time she topped the Hot 100 with "Lady Marmalade," her Grammy-winning 2001 collaboration with Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, and P!nk. After two more albums, including the Top Ten 2003 release Moodring, Mýa went independent as she divided her work between recording, acting, philanthropy, teaching, and even competing on Dancing with the Stars. Her self-released projects are highlighted by Smoove Jones, a 2016 full-length nominated for a Grammy in the category of Best R&B album. Mýa continues to juggle numerous pursuits while issuing singles such as 2021's "Worth It" (under her hip-hop alias Mýa Lan$ky) and the '80s-influenced 2025 slow jam "Face to Face."

With Vanilla Ice, Montell Jordan, Young MC and Rob Base

The I LOVE THE 90’s TOUR invites attendees to reminisce about the trend-setting decade with some of the most iconic, indelible names in rap, hip hop and R&B.

The tour features performances by a revolving line-up of iconic ’90s artists including Vanilla Ice, Montell Jordan, Young MC, and Rob Base.

The tour promises to deliver an electrifying night of music that will transport fans straight back to the iconic 1990s (and in select markets to the early 2000s as well!). These celebrations of decades that gave us unforgettable beats, timeless hits, and legendary artists promise to reignite the energy of a time when boom boxes, mixtapes, and denim-on-denim ruled the scene in a night of nostalgia, reconnecting with the songs and vibes that defined a generation. These are more than just concerts —they are a time machine for music lovers.

See John Legend for the 20th anniversary of his breakout album "Get Lifted" live at Foxwoods!

Backed by his full band, Legend's “Get Lifted 20th Anniversary World Tour” will showcase a set list celebrating the entirety of Get Lifted, which garnered eight nominations and won three Grammy Awards at the 48th Annual Grammy Awards, including Best Male R&B Vocal Performance for "Ordinary People," Best R&B Album for Get Lifted, and Best New Artist. Each night, Legend will deliver a mix of deep cuts, fan favorites, and fresh renditions of the album's beloved tracks like the Grammy-winning "Ordinary People" (his breakout hit that reached the Billboard Top 40 and the UK R&B Singles chart), "Used to Love U," "Number One," and "So High." In addition to honoring Get Lifted, the live show will feature Legend’s other career-spanning hits, showcasing the musical depth and storytelling that have been hallmarks of his artistry for the past two decades.