Adam Blackstone discusses his musical evolution to Grammy-winning musical director, breaking barriers on Broadway and collaborating with music legends.

Adam Blackstone (Photo credit Ajan photography) In the rhythmic landscape of contemporary music, Adam Blackstone moves with the assured confidence of someone who has mastered multiple terrains.

As a late addition to the ESSENCE Fest 2025 lineup, it was announced on Tuesday (July 1) that Adam Blackstone was curating a special tribute for the 30th anniversary of Waiting To Exhale.

Adam Blackstone credits Philadelphia's music scene, particularly The Five Spot, for launching his career. Blackstone will collaborate with R&B groups Jagged Edge and Total at the festival.

ESSENCE Festival of Culture celebrated Black excellence through music, entrepreneurship, and community—while responding to calls for growth.

Photo Courtesy of Adam Blackstone. Fresh off his first Grammy win for his work on the Alicia Keys-based Broadway musical Hell’s Kitchen, Blackstone is brimming with energy, gratitude, and ...

Adam Blackstone returns to hometown Trenton Wednesday as world-renowned musician. Will visit Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School, Hedgepeth Williams Intermediate School, Trenton Central High School ...

Adam Blackstone joins Kayla Thompson to talk about the "Waiting to Exhale" tribute at #EssenceFest, his journey through music, and more!

Perched in the glamorous hills just above Bel Air, Herb Alpert’s dimly lit jazz and dining venue, Vibrato, feels seemingly suspended in time. The club glows with the golden hue of candlelight ...

Ledisi and Adam Blackstone’s Legacy Band then performed a powerful medley of “Wholy Holy” & “How I Got Over” with a choir of Altadena residents. Later in the evening, ...