VH1 Divas, returns and will pay tribute to the cities where soul gave birth to music’s most powerful classics and inspired today’s divas.
Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Hudson, Jill Scott, Florence + The Machine, Kelly Clarkson and Jessie J will pay homage to these cities and soul music’s timeless classics at New York City’s Hammerstein Ballroom.
VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul, will bring together some of the best singers across the globe, men and women alike, to honor the soulful cities that inspired these divas and their art. The cities honored include: Chicago, Detroit, London, Memphis and Philadelphia. Accompanied by one of the most exciting groups of modern soul, The Roots, with ?uestlove as musical director, each diva will pay tribute through not only their own soul-inspired songs, but some of the greatest classics that have shaped a genre.
Additional performers, presenters, special guests and sponsors will be announced as they are confirmed. VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul premieres Monday, December 19 at 9 p.m. ET/8 CT on VH1.
It’s official – the VH1 Divas are back and bigger than ever! With a star-studded lineup of performers that includes Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Hudson, Ciara, and more, this year’s show is sure to be one for the books. To top it off? The entire night will benefit Feeding America, an organization dedicated to fighting hunger in all 50 states across the country. Get ready for a night you won’t soon forget!
The much-anticipated annual event celebrates some of today’s most iconic female artists – those who have made their mark on music and culture alike. This time around, they’ve really outdone themselves by bringing together Grammy Award winners Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Hudson and Ciara along with newcomer Normani Kordei from girl group Fifth Harmony as headliners. All four women promise an unforgettable evening full of powerful performances honoring female singers past and present.
And if that wasn’t enough reason to tune in? Just know that proceeds from the live telecast will go toward supporting Feeding America, a nationwide network of food banks working tirelessly to end hunger in communities across the US. So save the date: VH1 Divas 2017 airs Sunday December 5th at 9/8c only on VH1!
Line-Up Of Diva Performers
The VH1 Divas are back with an exciting line-up of performers for their annual show. This year, Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Hudson and more will be gracing the stage to bring their signature talent and energy to fans around the world.
Mary J. Blige has been a long time favorite in the music industry, having released her debut album over 25 years ago. Her powerful voice and soulful lyrics have earned her countless awards throughout her career, including nine Grammy Awards. Fans can expect an amazing performance from this diva icon!
Jennifer Hudson is no stranger to stardom either; she rose to prominence after being a contestant on American Idol nearly 15 years ago. Since then, she’s gone on to win both a Golden Globe and Academy Award for her incredible acting chops, as well as multiple Grammy awards for her singing abilities. It’ll be thrilling to see what she brings to the VH1 Divas stage!
Alongside these two mainstays are other talented women like Ciara, Brandy Norwood and Monica Brown who are set to light up the night with performances that promise to leave audiences mesmerized. Make sure you don’t miss out on the opportunity to watch all of these iconic superstars come together under one roof – it’s going to be one unforgettable event!
Highlights From Previous Vh1 Divas Concerts
The VH1 Divas have always put on a memorable show. From Mariah Carey’s vocal acrobatics to Whitney Houston’s unforgettable medleys, these concerts bring together some of the most renowned female performers in the industry and offer viewers an incredible showcase of talent. Let’s take a look at some of the highlights from previous shows!
One moment that sticks out is when Aretha Franklin joined Mary J. Blige for an amazing duet of “Be Without You” back in 2006. It was one of those magical moments where two icons come together as if they were meant to harmonize all along – it was truly breathtaking to witness!
Another great performance came during last year’s show when Ciara performed her single “Level Up” with Missy Elliott joining her onstage for a surprise collaboration. The energy between them had everyone jumping up and down in excitement – it was such an electric experience that surely won’t be forgotten any time soon.
This year looks set to top even those phenomenal performances; fans are sure to be blown away by what Mary J., Jennifer, Ciara, Brandy Norwood and Monica Brown have prepared for us this time around!
Conclusion
The line-up for the VH1 Divas concert this year is a star-studded one. Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Hudson, and more are sure to bring an amazing show to their fans. We can only imagine what type of performances they will put on for us!
I’m so excited that I have the opportunity to witness these incredible women in action. It’s always inspiring to see strong female artists come together and create something special. Each diva has her own style and charisma which makes performances like this even more interesting.
From past concerts we know that there’s always room for surprises at VH1 Divas shows. So I’m looking forward to seeing what these ladies have up their sleeves when they take the stage. They’re sure to give us a night full of talent, emotion, and most importantly fun!
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