On face value this doesn’t look like something we’d cover. But I attended Black Movie Soundtrack II in 2016 and it remains one of the most entertaining concerts I’ve ever attended. Too bad I won’t be able to attend Wednesday night’s Black Movie Soundtrack III at the Hollywood Bowl, but you can. And you should.
These shows are put together by filmmaker Reginald Hudlin and musician Marcus Miller. The show is hosted by Craig Robinson. They always have a great line-up of songs (both the well-known and more obscure) and artists. This year is no exception.
The performers scheduled to appear Wednesday night include El DeBarge, Dionne Farris, Chaka Khan, Meshell Ndegéocello, Raphael Saadiq, Charlie Wilson and BeBe Winans.
Vince Mendoza will lead the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra.
In 2016, I was able to corral many of the artists performing at Black Movie Soundtrack II to reveal their favorite songs. Many of them said the North Star of Black Movie soundtracks is Isaac Hayes’ Theme from Shaft. Who are we to argue with them about that? Let’s hope this year’s show celebrates that incredible song.
To read my interview with Marcus Miller about this year’s show and more, go here.
For tickets go here.
Photo of Reginald Hudlin, Craig Robinson and Marcus Miller courtesy of the LA Philharmonic Association