CONTACT:
Randi Millman
The Wilbur
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WAR & The Family Stone come to The Wilbur
WHAT: On Tuesday, October 13th, 2015, War & The Family Stone are coming to The Wilbur in Boston’s historic Theatre District.
WAR
WAR is not just a band, WAR is a movement!
“What do you get when you take funk, rock, latin, reggae, jazz, and R&B and mix it all to-gether perfectly over four decades? Well you get one of the greatest bands in the history of music…WAR” – Mario Lopez
Nominated for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for 2015.
WAR has been on the Up In Smoke Tour with Cheech & Chong since 2013, laying 50 Dates together. Called “A Genius Night of Music and Comedy” by the Dallas Star.
WAR released “Evolutionary,” their first new studio album in 20 years.
WAR has been sampled by Ludacris, Flo Rida, Kendrick Lamar, Janet Jackson, Smash Mouth, and the Beastie Boys.
The Family Stone
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Icons and Legends of Funk, Cynthia Robinson, Jerry Martini and Greg Errico with The Family Stone, welcomes Phunne Stone as their new Female Vocalist for their upcoming live performances and studio sessions leading into the 50th Anniversary of Sly & The Family Stone.
As the daughter of Sly Stone and Cynthia Robinson, Rock Royalty runs deep in the veins of Phunne. The Family Stone is proud to have her onstage to keep Funkesters around the World dancing to the music of her father’s great songs. While she also brings her own secret ingredients to the Funky Kitchen!
Joining Cynthia, Jerry, Greg and Phunne is the powerful Lead Vocals of Alex Davis, Mu-sic Director Blaise Sison on Bass, Nate Wingfield on Lead Guitar. Former Family Stone Members and various special guests will occasionally join in on all-time anthems like “Everyday People,” “Stand,” “Thank You Falletinme Be Mice Elf Agin,” “Family Affiar” and many more.
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WHEN: Tuesday, October 13th, 2015 – 7:30 PM
COST: $35.00 – $60.00
WHERE: The Wilbur | 246 Tremont Street | Boston, MA 02116 | 617.248.9700
TICKETS: Visit www.wilburboston.wpengine.com, or call the box office at 617.248.9700
About The Wilbur:
Celebrating 100 years, The Wilbur, nestled in Boston’s historic Theatre District, is the premiere destination for comedy and music in Boston, MA. Built in 1914 by The Shubert Brothers, The Wilbur opened in 1915 and was named for The Shubert Theatre’s manager A.L. Wilbur. Recently revitalized by former Comedy Connection owner Bill Blumenreich in July of 2008, The Wilbur has become a first-class venue showcasing A-list comedians and musicians. A Comedy Central verified venue, the theater has attracted the best of the best in comedy including Aziz Ansari, Louis CK, Kevin Hart, Katt Williams and Jim Gaffigan. They also boast award-winning musicians from all genres such as Boyz II Men, Lauryn Hill, Lyle Lovitt and Smoky Robinson. Offering an intimate show setting, The Wilbur provides the perfect environment for enjoying comedy sensations and chart topping artists in the heart of Boston’s historic Theater District.
The Wilbur is located at 246 Tremont Street in Boston, MA. For more information, please visit www.wilburboston.wpengine.com, or call 617.248.9700.
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