Adam Blackstone

The Man Behind the Music

2023 BMC Recording Academy Honors

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We’re excited to have GRAMMY nominee Adam Blackstone return as the musical director of the evening for our second annual #BMCHonors GRAMMY Week event where Missy Elliott, Dr. Dre, Lil Wayne and Sylvia Rhone will be honored!

Blackstone is not only a multi-faceted bass player, musician, Emmy Award Winning Music Director and writer, he is the musical mastermind behind the live shows of many of today’s biggest artists. He has served as the Musical Director for acts such as Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys, Maroon 5, and Eminem.

His TV legacy also continues to expand as Music Director and On-screen personality. Blackstone’s versatility and musical ability keeps him on stages and screens across the world but his faith and family keep him on the ground as he continues to create his own musical legacy.
– Black Music Collective

FOX 29 Philly Interview with Adam Blackstone

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Award-winning musical director Adam Blackstone stops by “Good Day Philadelphia” to discuss the planning of Rihanna’s Super Bowl halftime show. Blackstone also performs with dancers!

Check it out! https://www.fox29.com/video/1159320

The 94th Academy Awards

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Musical director Adam Blackstone led an historic night of music with featured performances by Sheila E., Travis Barker, Robert Glasper and D-Nice. This year’s show featured an all-star band and orchestra conducted by Derrick Hodge and Dontae Winslow. Check out the touching “In Memoriam” segment which includes performances by Jason White and The Samples.

‘That’s My Jam’ Premiere

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After a well received sneak peek in November, That’s My Jam will premier for the season tonight at 9 pm on NBC. NBC’s new series That’s My Jam, hosted by Jimmy Fallon, will have its timeslot premiere on Monday. The hour-long show features celebrities competing in musical-themed challenges and is based on the music-themed segments of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

-Justin Carter

SNL 2021 with Ed Sheeran

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Adam Blackstone joins Ed Sheeran as Music Director for his performance on Saturday Night Live. They perform hits “Shivers” and “Overpass Grafitti.” They didn’t miss a beat as this flawless performance was full of energy and excellence. Check it out below!

NPR Tiny Desk Concert with Ed Sheeran

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Decked in a hoodie, cargo pants and coveted sneakers, a slimmed-down and clean-shaven Ed Sheeran stands surrounded by bookshelves and a host of world-class musicians. He’s flanked by music director to the stars, Adam Blackstone, who assembled the band and handled bass guitar duties. After opening this Tiny Desk (home) concert with his latest single, “Shivers,” Sheeran introduces himself and proceeds with more hits, new tunes, and a surprise throwback.

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