When Beyonce won her 32nd Grammy this February, she made history as the most Grammy Winning Artist of all time. In May, she began her Renaissance World Tour which included 10 countries, 39 cities, 56 shows.
On November 1, Bakewell Media, sponsor of Taste of Soul, gathered the food and small business vendors to celebrate them at an appreciation reception.
With hands in the air and bodies swaying to the music, thousands of people sang along to the songs of artists appearing on the Bakewell Media Sounds for the Soul Stage presented by Chevrolet.
History was made amid the 18th Annual Taste of Soul. Legendary singer, and songwriter, Johnny Gill, was the recipient of the first annual “Cultural Icon” award from Stevie Wonder on the Radio Free KJLH Stage and received a proclamation for his “outstanding contributions to the world of music” from Councilmember Heather Hutt.
First 5, Lucas Museum and Santa Monica College sponsored activities for youth at the 2023 Taste of Soul
Tiffany Haddish’s She Ready Comedy Lounge and Beer Garden provided laughter and great times during the 18th Annual Taste of Soul. This is the first time the Taste of Soul hosted a Comedy Lounge since 2006 with J. Anthony Brown.