Grammy-nominated rhythm and blues singer, Miki Howard made her 8th Annual Art Blues & Soul Concert debut performing her hit U.S. Billboard Top R&B Singles songs "Baby, Be Mine", “Come Share My Love" and "Love Under New Management". | African Heritage Cultural Arts Center

Big Joe Turner (May 18, 1911 – November 24, 1985) was an American blues and rhythm-and-blues singer from Kansas City, Missouri, known for his powerful baritone voice and pioneering role in rock and roll. Nicknamed the "Boss of the Blues," Turner began his career in the 1920s, performing in Kansas City’s jazz and blues clubs, often with pianist Pete Johnson. His early hits like "Roll 'Em Pete" (1938) and "Cherry Red" (1939) showcased his dynamic vocal style and boogie-woogie energy. In the 1950s,