A special spotlight on the legendary 2021 19th Annual St. Albans Jazz and R&B Festival in Queens, NY, hosted by the Black Spectrum Theatre Company on July 17th between 4 pm- 10 pm; featuring the incomparable R&B Soul Singer Alyson Williams, Angie Stong, Norman Connors & The Starship Orchestra and Marva King. LaTanya Junior, Host of How You Living Show, has an inspiring chat Song Bird Alyson Williams -- Dr. Maya Angelou gave her the nickname “Song Bird” and requested her presence to perform for private parties at her home and major events worldwide. Alyson Williams is a community leader representing the music community as a champion -- creating, directing, and hosting inspiring events that bring people of all walks together. She is also an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and radio host, just a few of the hats renowned Harlem-raised recording artist Alyson Williams wears. With a voice so hauntingly pure, Alyson can transport you to your very own utopia while effortlessly showcasing she really can do it all. Alyson Williams also unveils her latest release, the single “Summer Nights In Harlem” produced by Maurice Lynch, which is available on Amazon, Spotify, Apple Music, and Pandora. With a personality and voice so captivating and magical, Alyson has caught the attention of other dignitaries and celebrities, including First Lady Michelle Obama and Ms. Oprah Winfrey. Ms. Winfrey handpicked Alson to perform for her students visiting from Africa on their US college tour. Other memorable performances include a birthday celebration dedicated to former Essence Magazine editor Susan Taylor, sharing the stage with music icons Valerie Simpson, Terri Lynn Carrington, Felicia Collins, and Vivian Reed – as well as a command performance for veteran journalist Audrey Bernard. Other past iconic performances include Soul Train, the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, BET of Jazz, and the Monique show. Not slowing down, Alyson appeared in Fox Searchlight Pictures, “Black Nativity,” starring alongside Oscar-winning actors Forest Whitaker and Jennifer Hudson as well as Angela Bassett. One of Alyson’s biggest supporters is the royal king of Morocco – she and her band had the honor of performing at five New Year’s Eve galas and six royal birthday celebrations for His Majesty, Hassan V. Toni Brown, Queens, New York Community Connector, and Black Spectrum Theatre Company, Broad Member, also join the discussion and share's the rich history of St. Albans Queens community and the power and impact on getting involved.
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Aug 3 20221 hr