Headliner – Morris Day and The Time
Born in Minneapolis , Day had a flair for fashion. Inspired by photographs of
his grandpa in zoot suits, a true fashionista was formed! Day went to school
with Prince Rogers Nelson and sang in Prince’s first band Grand Central.
Prince grew as an artist andso did the opportunity around him. The Time
was originally created as Prince’s alterego to be seen as the cool, street
wise funk band contrasting Prince’s more soulful R&B sound. After looking
at several lead vocalists, Prince wanted someone with mad talent so he
cast his high school friendthe funky, the fabulous Morris Day. Soon after,
Morris Day and the Time were cast in Purple Rain which captured the
exploding Minneapolis music scene at its peak.
Morris Day burst onto the public scene with the group’s self titled album,
The Time, which included “Get It Up,” “Cool,” and “Girl.” Soon after the
world was introduced the prolific Minneapolis music marvel, the group went
on to record three more albums, including What Time Is It? (featuring the
hits “777-9311,” “Wild and Loose,” “Walk,” and “Gigolos Get Lonely Too”)
and Ice Cream Castle, (which included the hit “Jungle Love”). After three
albums Morris Day launched his solo career, releasing three albums: The
Color of Success, Daydreaming, and Guaranteed. Combined sales of
Morris Day’s solo work and The Time is in excess of 10 million units.
Opening Act – Red & The Revelers
Born out the humidity of Mobile, AL, Red and the Revelers is a powerhouse swamp-soul band formed by singer/songwriter, Red Greg Padilla. Hailing from Arkansas this Alabama transplant has mangaged to create a gumbo of high energy rock and soul that combines elements from famous bands and genres across music.
Second Line Parade and Kickoff Performance –
Jukebox Brass Band
These local second line experts will perform at the Renaissance Riverview Hotel Plaza Courtyard and then lead the second line parade to the main stage to kick-off the night’s amazing entertainment line-up.
Between Acts – DJ TBA
DJ Announcement Coming Soon.
