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The Real John Gray Experience Live Recording

April 14, 2016 By TeamBASSicBlack

Gospel Artist and Worship Leader John Gray sought out the best of the best in the music industry for his first Live Recording!

The John Gray Experience Live Recording set the tone for a new wave of gospel music. John Gray currently serves as the Associate Pastor at Lakewood Church in Houston, TX under the director of Pastor Joel Osteen. When it came time for him to set his vision to music there was an elite group of professionals he trusted. Among them was none other than Adam Blackstone, Musical Director to the stars. Also providing musical contributions were famed producer Aaron Lindsey, former Tonight Show musician and producer, Teddy Campbell, and also Rachel James, CEO of Bridge Hooks & Stuff Ent.

The night was full of non-stop worship and praise set to music, carefully programmed by Adam and the rest of the team, to provide the appropriate atmostphere. Check out a fan’s snippet video of the energy in the room that night!

The 2016 BET Honors

March 15, 2016 By TeamBASSicBlack

The 2016 BET Honors recognized Lee Daniels, Patti LaBelle, L.A. Reid, Mellody Hobson, and Eric Holder for the outstanding work in music, film, and community activism. Hosted by Arsenio Hall, the show paid tribute to those who’s work has made a huge impact in our community.

BET has once again entrusted BASSic Black Entertainment CEO, Adam Blackstone, to direct the musical aspect of the show. As in years past, Adam has put together an All-Star band of musicians and singers to properly pay tribute to all of the honorees.

Randy Bowland
Chris Johnson
Matt Cappy
Jamar Jones
Richard “Tubbz” Smith
Justin Savage
Justin Gilbert
Dontae Winslow
Tim Green
Stephen Tirpak
Nicole Hurst
Jason Woods
Whitney Keaton
Tanisha Broadwater
Terry Santiel
Jade Novah
Monte Nueble
Jaymz Hardy

Check out a few video of the performances below!

Rihanna Performs at The 2016 Brit Awards

February 25, 2016 By TeamBASSicBlack

Rihanna took the stage last night to perform at the 2016 Brit Awards!
The self-proclaimed “Bad Girl” performed “Consideration” leading into the latest single off of her recently released “Anti” album, “Work” ft. Drake. The crowd went WILD when Drake joined the songstress on stage to perform the chart-topping single! Having just released the video for “Work”, Rihanna and Drake gave the audience members a HOT performance full of sultry moves and high energy!

Coordinating the musical arrangements for this performance was none other than BASSic Black Entertainment CEO, Adam Blackstone!

Check out the video of their performance below!!

Ne-Yo Performs National Anthem at 2016 NBA All-Star Game

February 16, 2016 By TeamBASSicBlack

Toronto, Canada was the scene for the 2016 NBA All-Star Weekend! The weekend was full of festivities including the Celebrity Basketball game, Three-Point Contest and of course the West vs East NBA All-Star game.

Before tip-off, NE-YO took center court to perform the national anthem. BASSic Black Entertainment CEO, Adam Blackstone, provided the music for this stellar performance.

Check out the video below!

Essence Black Women In Music: Salute To Grammy Nominees

February 11, 2016 By TeamBASSicBlack

Grammy-Nominated artists Andra Day and Jazmine Sullivan will lead the pack in saluting the 2016 black female Grammy award nominees!

CEO of BASSic Black Entertainment, Adam Blackstone, will be Musical Director for the Performances!!

Joining Day and Sullivan onstage at the Avalon will be Adam Blackstone and the BBE All-Star Band.

Check out the rest of the article HERE!

Soul Train Awards 2015

November 30, 2015 By TeamBASSicBlack

The 2015 Soul Train Awards featured performances from some of the BIGGEST names in the music industry! From Fantasia, to Jazmine Sullivan, to Boyz II Men, the night’s performances were a music lovers dream come true!

Host, Erykah Badu, took a moment to perform some of her hits from past and present as well!

BASSic Black Entertainment CEO, Adam Blackstone, served as Musical Director for yet another year! Adam and the entire BBE band were without a doubt the highlight of the show!

Check out the video of the performances honoring the legendary
Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds!

Justin Timberlake & Chris Stapleton Perform at the 49th Annual CMA Awards

November 4, 2015 By TeamBASSicBlack

BASSic Black Entertainment CEO, Adam Blackstone, continues to expand his reach in the realm of Musical Direction to the world of Country Music!

Adam served as Musical Director for a performance by Justin Timberlake and Chris Stapleton at the 2015 Country Music Awards in Nashville, TN!!

Check out the video of their performance below!

Rihanna performs LIVE at We Can Survive 2015

October 26, 2015 By TeamBASSicBlack

Rihanna was on hand at the CBS Radio’s 3rd Annual We Can Survive Benefit Concert!

The FourFiveSeconds songstress surprised fans at The Hollywood Bowl with an unannounced performance to close out the 2015 concert!

The Dream Team duo, Omar Edwards and BASSic Black Entertainment CEO Adam Blackstone paired up to be Musical Directors for this star-studded performance!!

Check out a few pics and fan videos below!!

Adam Blackstone Musical Director for Smokey Robinson Tribute Concert

September 21, 2015 By TeamBASSicBlack

The 20th Annual Music Masters Tribute Concert will honor Grammy Award-Winning singer/songwriter
Smokey Robinson!

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees The Temptations, Dennis Edwards, Martha Reeves, and Mary Wilson will be on hand to honor him by performing some of his all-time hits!

BASSic Black Entertainment CEO, Adam Blackstone, has been slated to be Musical Diretor for this tribute concert. The event will take place Saturday Nov. 7, 7:30pm at Playhouse Square’s State Theeatre in Cleveland, Ohio.

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Diddy Performs LIVE at iHeart Radio Music Festival

September 20, 2015 By TeamBASSicBlack

Last night, BAD BOY CEO, Sean “Diddy” Combs, shut the iHeart Radio Music Festival DOWN with an all-star list of cameos for his performances!! Lil’ Kim, Ma$e, Busta Rhymes, MGK all helped the “Bad Boy” make his performance one that fans wouldn’t soon forget!

He performed some of his classic hits such as “All About The Benjamins”, “Pass The Courvoisier”, and “Bad Boy 4 Life”. Tori Kelly also joined the ranks to help him perform “Coming Home”, birthed out of his days in the group “Diddy Dirty Money”.

BASSic Black Entertainment CEO, Adam Blackstone was Musical Director for this performance. Check out a few videos below!

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