Urban League of Greater Chattanooga
August 24 - October 26, 2017
The Levitt AMP Chattanooga Music Series will invigorate the lawn of the Bessie Smith Cultural Center in the historic Martin Luther King district, shining a light on the area’s renowned musical heritage while reestablishing it as a thriving cultural destination.
Presented by the Urban League of Greater Chattanooga, a local affiliate of the National Urban League that enables community members to secure economic self-reliance.
For concert schedule updates due to weather, please visit the Urban League of Greater Chattanooga's Facebook page.
Past Events
Thursday, August 24, 2017 at 7pm
Kool Moe Dee
Trailblazing hip-hop artist Kool Moe Dee was the first rapper to perform at the GRAMMY's and one of the first hip-hop acts to receive a GRAMMY Award.
With opening act Jonathan Tryezz Fowles.
Thursday, August 31, 2017 at 7pm
Masego
Masego combines hip-hop and jazz to create "Trap House Jazz," a danceable fusion that will have you on your feet in no time.
With opening act DJDee Beats and Zowie.
Due to the weather forecast, this concert will be moved inside the Bessie Smith Cultural Center, taking place in its Performance Hall. All details remain the same, 5:30-8:30pm, free admission.
Thursday, September 07, 2017 at 7pm
Avery*Sunshine
Avery*Sunshine’s brand of optimistic, message-driven R&B—coupled with her vibrant, charismatic vocals—has wowed audiences across the globe.
With opening act Jalil Muhammad & Friends.
Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 7pm
Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience
GRAMMY Award winner and four-time Levitt performer Terrance Simien brings a vibrant splash of New Orleans culture to Chattanooga.
Due to the weather forecast, this concert will be moved inside the Bessie Smith Cultural Center, taking place in its Performance Hall. All details remain the same, 5:30-8:30pm, free admission.
Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 7pm
Julie Dexter
Julie Dexter is a British singer, songwriter and producer whose music transcends the boundaries of jazz, reggae and soul.
With opening act The Cast of The Wiz Production.
Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 7pm
Nick Lutsko
Nick Lutsko creates an eclectic mix of funk, folk, psychedelia, indie-rock, pop and blues, delivering original alternative rock.
With opening act Midnight Promise.
Thursday, October 05, 2017 at 7pm
All Cows Eat Grass
All Cows Eat Grass is an electro-funk band that expresses a locally-cultivated world sound.
With opening act Seaux Chill.
Thursday, October 12, 2017 at 7pm
The Nth Power
The Nth Power pays homage to New Orleans’ rich musical heritage, while proving that soul music can be exponentially greater than the sum of its parts.
With opening act Sound Advice Band Feat. Neshawn Calloway.
Thursday, October 19, 2017 at 7pm
Irene Diaz
Irene Diaz captivates audiences with her unique, heartfelt vocals, beautiful guitar strumming and soothing piano playing.
With opening act East Lake Expression Engine.
Thursday, October 26, 2017 at 7pm
Tank and the Bangas
Tank and the Bangas combine R&B with hip-hop's poetry and rollercoaster storytelling, with a flair that could only come from New Orleans.
With opening act Voices of THECREATIVEUNDERGROUND.