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Legendary R&B Singer Charlie
Wilson gives his fans the concert of a lifetime |
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The fans poured in at the Benedum Center in downtown, Pittsburgh to see Charlie Wilson, Con Funk Shun and Pittsburgh’s own R&B group Artistree. Comedian Kool-Aide who had the crowd laughing all night long hosted the concert which was held at the Benedum Center, May 14, 2010. Artistree opened up for the major event that was called “The Classic Soul Music Festival” presented by Groove Productions, Inc. Artistree sang to a crowd of screaming fans who did not want them to leave the stage. They were so good that when their set was over, the crowd demanded an encore. This event was for the grown and sexy. Everyone was dressed to impress and when Con Funk Shun hit the stage, everyone was on their feet. The singing group sang all of their hits and the audience went crazy. Finally, Charlie Wilson hit the stage and started out with a medley of hits from the Gap Band and then went into his solo chart topping hits. What was different about this concert is that Wilson let his fans know that it was not an easy journey for him to be where he is at now. “I’ve been on drugs and living in the street. I was diagnosed with prostate cancer and I’m grateful to be alive. I appreciate all of you for being here for me through this time and I give God all of the glory”, said Wilson. The concert was a sold out event and everyone left the venue better than when they came in. Pittsburgh no longer has a black urban radio station and the event was still sold out. That says a lot for the promoters of Groove Productions, Inc. When all was said and done, the event took us back to a time when singers could sing and entertain without all of the fluff. It was a concert that made you realize how fortunate Wilson is to be alive and we are all the better for it. CHECK OUT ALL OF THE EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS FROM BROTHA ASH PRODUCTIONS RIGHT HERE
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