Barrett Strong will make a rare appearance at the new
'Cutting Room' New York, NY on June 22, 2013 at 7pm.
Inducted in 2004 to the
Songwriters Hall of Fame,
Barrett Strong is a pivotal figure in Detroit's history as a singer,
writer and composer. "Money (That's What I Want)” for Anna Records in
1960 provided vital capital for Berry Gordy Jr. to expand his operation.
The song gave Mr. Strong his only major hit as a vocalist, reaching #2
on the R&B charts and barely missing the pop Top 20. "Money" is one
of the most widely covered songs including a cool version by "
The BEATLES."
An
All-Star line-up of Local and National Recording Artists-Musicians are
slated to perform and delight the audience with their favorite
Strong/Whitfield hits. Including:
The Fellas, Judd Harris, Eliza Neals, Danni Gee, Julien, Lizz Kristi,
Steven Feifke, Sal Carolei, Tyrone Smith, Jent LaPalm, Michael
Gallante, Shane Visbal, Debra Devi, Paul Orbel, Chris Ams and the Drew
Schultz Funk Machine backing up this historic night.
During the late '60s and early '70s, Mr.Strong collaborated with the late writer/producer
Norman Whitfield
on historic songs including "I Heard It Through the Grapevine," "Too
Busy Thinking About My Baby," "Papa Was a Rolling Stone," "Ball of
Confusion," "War," "Just My Imagination,"
"Smiling Faces Sometimes," "Psychedelic Shack," "I wish it would rain," "Runaway Child, Runnin' wild," 'Superstar,"
"Message from a Black Man," "Cloud Nine," "That's the Way Love Is," "I
Can't Get Next to You," 'Wherever I Lay My Hat" plus so many others.
With 'Motown The Musical'
on Broadway, now's the time to celebrate and talk with one of the most
iconic songwriters ever. In a time when songwriters are forgotten,
Barrett Strong will be remembered for his staggering array of hits then
and now. Mr. Strong himself will take the stage for an intimate 'behind the music'
Q&A session where he will tell the stories behind the songs and
talk about what it took to make it in the Motor City. To top off the
night, one of a kind, handwritten signed lyrics of the songs
"Papa was a Rolling Stone," and "Can't Get Next to You" with original
signed 45s will be sold at the event.
"An Evening with Motown Legend Barrett Strong"
is presented by Mr. Strong's musical protege' and good friend,
recording artist, multiple award winning Rock-Blues performer and
songwriter
Eliza Neals.
All proceeds will go to Mr. Strong's medical and living expenses.
Previous Sold Out Shows:
Nashville, TN - BB Kings, August 2011
Detroit, MI - HardRock Cafe, August 2010
New York, NY - BB Kings, June 2006
New York, NY - Bottom Line, February 2000
New York, NY - Bottom Line, October 1999
Nashville, TN - Bluebird Cafe, August 1997
More on Barrett Strong:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barrett_Strong
Venue/Show Information:
JUNE 22nd, 2013 at 7pm - (6pm Doors)
Cost $25 Advance $30 Door $50 VIP
The Cutting Room
44 E. 32nd St.
New York, NY, 10016
212-691-9100
