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Posted by Dave
Rap News Network
5/26/2005 8:01:48 AM
Target celebrates Black Music Month this June with singer/songwriter John Legend. Target will present an intimate private concert with the R&B star on Sunday, June 19, 2005 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Canal Room in New York City as part of its month-long commemoration of Black music and musicians.
"Target is committed to supplying its guests with a diverse selection of music from the finest artists in the industry," said Darrell Tucker, vice president of entertainment, Target. "By celebrating Black Music Month, we honor those innovators, including John Legend, who continue to inspire us everyday with their artistry."
John Legend's platinum-selling, critically acclaimed debut CD, Get Lifted, demonstrates a rare ability to fuse the feel and vibe of classic old school soul music with the edgy flavor of 21st century hip-hop. Embodying true artistry, John Legend has been hailed as a contemporary Donny Hathaway, and hit-makers from Kanye West to the Black Eyed Peas have worked with him, making his debut a must-have.
"Black music is such an important part of the cultural heritage of this nation, and the rest of the world for that matter," says Legend. "I'm grateful to be a part of this amazing tradition. To have the platform and the opportunity to travel the world and share my talent and passion for this music is something I truly appreciate. Thanks to Target for playing their part in helping me do that."
The piano-playing singer/songwriter is committed to furthering arts in education, a philosophy that Target also shares. Target gives back more than $2 million a week to support arts, education and social services organizations across the country. In honor of Black Music Month, Target is donating $25,000 to the Harlem School of the Arts to fund scholarships in the disciplines of music, theater, dance and visual arts.
Founded in 1964 by world-renowned African-American opera singer Dorothy Maynor, the Harlem School of the Arts serves more than 3,000 students in the New York Metropolitan Area each year. Harlem School of the Arts is one of the few institutions in the nation offering comprehensive pre-professional and post-secondary arts training primarily to African-American and Latino students, many who are from economically disadvantaged families.
Music fans can go online to Target.com or visit Target - which recently opened its fifth New York Metropolitan area store at Atlantic Terminal in Brooklyn - to purchase the exclusive compilation CD honoring Black Music Month. The CD pays tribute to inspirational African-American musicians from the past, as well as those who will continue to make musical history well into the future. Retailing for $5.99 and available during the month of June, the CD features artists as diverse as Queen Latifah, Barry White, Donna Summer, Boyz II Men and more. Target is a premier destination for music, featuring music of all genres, new artists and Target exclusives.
Through listen-and-win radio promotions with Radio One and WBLS-FM, winners from across the country will be flown to New York to attend the exclusive John Legend concert presented by Target. The rest of the audience will be comprised of special invited guests.
About Target
Minneapolis-based Target serves guests at 1,330 stores in 47 states nationwide by delivering today's best retail trends at affordable prices. Target is committed to providing guests with great design through innovative products, in-store experiences and community partnerships. Whether visiting a Target store or shopping online at Target.com, guests enjoy a fun and convenient shopping experience with access to thousands of unique and highly differentiated items. Target (NYSE:TGT) gives back more than $2 million a week to its local communities through grants and special programs. Since opening its firs
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