Award winning recording artist and musical genius Stevie Wonder will take the stage at this year's anticipated BET Awards.
Joining a previously announced line up of performers, including Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey, Ciara, R. Kelly and India Arie, Wonder was announced with Snoop Dogg as an addition Wednesday.
"Stevie Wonder has amassed 32 #1 singles, and has sold more than 100 million albums worldwide. Stevie has demonstrated extraordinary humanitarian and philanthropic leadership and is universally acknowledged as one of the most influential musicians in the world. Stevie has previously been honored by BET Networks for his outstanding contributions to music having received BET's Lifetime Achievement Award, induction into BET's Walk of Fame and last year being awarded the BET Honors Musical Arts Award," BET reports.
Fellow award-winner Erykah Badu will also take the stage to perform during the show.
For the fourth year in a row, BET Music Matters artists will also have the opportunity to grace the BET AWARDS stage. This year's 'Matters' artists are Austin Brown and Curtis Fields, who will take the stage to give the world a sneak peek of their talents.
Austin Brown is a 27-year-old musician, singer, and songwriter based in Los Angeles, California. His stunning sound combines the soul and harmony of late 70s R&B with the rhythms of modern electronic pop. Among his major influences are ground breaking music legends Prince, George Michael and his family, the Jacksons.
Hailing from Montgomery, Alabama, Curtis Fields is a singer whose songs are the perfect blend of soul-searching and emotion. While attending Fisk University he joined up with the Fisk Jubilee Singers and traveled the world to places as far-ranging as Africa, India and Spain. Today, he is signed to Epic Records and working on his debut album.
Hosted by actor and comedian Chris Tucker, the BET Awards ‘13 will air live from the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live, in Los Angeles, Sunday, June 30th at 8pm ET/PT on BET.
The anticipation is building for the upcoming BET Awards. This year’s show will be bigger and better than ever with a growing line up of legendary artists, including Stevie Wonder and Erykah Badu! Music fans around the world are buzzing with excitement as they wait to hear these two musical icons take the stage together at this prestigious event. It promises to be an incredible night that no one will want to miss.
Stevie Wonder has been a staple in R&B music since his debut album back in 1962. He’s won 25 Grammys throughout his career, making him one of the most celebrated musicians ever. His live performances never fail to wow audiences everywhere he goes, whether it’s performing classic hits like “Superstition” or more recent tracks such as “Faith ft. Ariana Grande” from 2020.
Erykah Badu is another artist that needs no introduction; she’s known for her unique blend of neo-soul and hip hop sounds that have captivated listeners around the world since her first mixtape dropped in 1997. She’s also won four Grammy awards and has collaborated with many popular artists over her 20+ years in the business, from Lauryn Hill to Kendrick Lamar. With both of them on the lineup, you know there won’t be any shortage of talent at this year’s BET Awards!
Bet Awards 13 Line Up Expands
BET Awards 13 is quickly shaping up to be an amazing night of music and entertainment. Stevie Wonder and Erykah Badu have just been added to the line-up, joining some of the biggest stars in hip hop, R&B, gospel and more. It’s sure to be a memorable occasion for viewers around the world!
Stevie Wonder has been one of music’s most enduring icons since he began his career as a child prodigy over 50 years ago. His classic hits such as “Superstition” and “Isn’t She Lovely” still hold their place among modern classics today. Similarly, Erykah Badu has consistently pushed boundaries with her unique sound that blends soul, jazz, hip hop and funk into something truly special. Both artists will undoubtedly bring powerful performances to BET Awards 13.
The addition of these two legendary musicians caps off what is already an impressive list of performers at this year’s ceremony. From Cardi B to Migos and H.E.R., fans can look forward to unforgettable sets from all kinds of genres throughout the night – making it clear why people are so excited about this star-studded event.
Notable Artists Added To The List
The roster of performers keeps growing, and BET Awards 13 is no exception. Already, the list includes two musical legends – Stevie Wonder and Erykah Badu – who are sure to bring their signature sounds to the stage. But they’re not alone in making this ceremony one-of-a-kind; other notable artists have joined the line up as well.
From hip hop stars Cardi B and Migos to R&B sensations H.E.R., Daniel Caesar and Ella Mai, fans can look forward to a night filled with performances from some of music’s most talented acts across different genres. And for those looking for something special, gospel group Kirk Franklin will be taking the stage alongside Grammy award winning singer Fantasia Barrino.
This amazing collection of talent promises an unforgettable show that viewers around the world won’t want to miss out on! Whether you’re into rap or soul or gospel, there’s sure to be something that appeals at BET Awards 13 – so don’t forget to tune in when it airs later this year.
Conclusion
The BET Awards 13 line up is quickly growing! Two of the most iconic musicians in the music industry, Stevie Wonder and Erykah Badu, have just been added to the list. This is great news for fans of both artists as they can look forward to seeing their favorite performers on stage at this year’s awards ceremony. It’s sure to be an amazing show with so many talented acts joining forces to entertain viewers from all around the world.
I’m personally excited about these two additions to the line up because I grew up listening to both of them. They are some of my favorite musical influences and it will be a dream come true if I get to see them perform live together at the BET Awards 13. There’s no doubt that both artists will bring something unique and special to the event which should make for an incredible night of entertainment.
It looks like we’re in for a truly spectacular show when BET airs its award ceremony later this year. We’ll definitely want to tune in then; after all, you never know what surprises might pop up when Stevie Wonder and Erykah Badu take center stage! Let’s just hope that we don’t miss out on any unforgettable moments created by these legendary musicians.
