Throwback Thursday: Taste of Soul Family Festival
May 28, 2020
For more information visit www.tasteofsoul.org
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Taste of Soul
The Truth About Black and Brown Communities and COVID-19
May 21, 2020
The impact of COVID-19 has irrevocably altered our way of life. Who knows when we will be able to gather together again. This crisis continues to have a pervasive impact across South LA and the city as a whole. As coronavirus restrictions begin to lift, it’s important to remember that there is no such thing as going back to normal.
L.A. Sentinel Publisher Danny J. Bakewell, Sr., celebrates at the 2016 Taste of Soul family festival.
April 15, 2020
Danny J. Bakewell, Sr., founder and creator of the annual Taste of Soul family festival in South Los Angeles, throws his hands up in celebration at the 2016 Taste of Soul Festival. For more information on Taste of Soul, visit www.tasteofsoul.org
Top Local Stories of 2019
December 26, 2019
Local news and stories of 2019
Wells Fargo sponsors Taste of Soul’s “Small Business Owner Giveaway”
November 28, 2019
This year, the bank wanted to directly make a change in someone’s life.
Elected Officials, VIP Sponsors and Special Guests Get Their Taste of Soul On ‘The Shaw’
November 7, 2019
The prestigious group reveled in their opportunity to become one with the people in our community, sharing in some of the best food, music, and African American / multi-ethnic culture the city has to offer.
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A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
October 24, 2019
West Coast’s largest family festival attracts thousands from L.A. area and beyond
Hyundai ‘We Are One’ Soundstage brought the party to the 2019 Taste of Soul
October 24, 2019
Hyundai brought out some amazing, legendary performers that touched the hearts of fans so strong that some were actually in tears.
94.7 The Wave Stage Rocked the 2019 Taste of Soul Festival
October 24, 2019
Festival goers young and old camped out with their lawn chairs and umbrellas in front of 94.7 The Wave stage.
Stevie Wonder, 702, Jon.B, Sevyn Streeter, SZA and more Electrify the KJLH Stage at the 14th Annual Taste of Soul
October 24, 2019
Sponsored by Planet Fitness, the KJLH stage featured a unique mix of old school jams, new school vibes and classics we’ve all come to know and love.
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Taste of Soul—SoCal’s #1 Family Festival
October 17, 2019
Celebrating 14 years, Taste of Soul remains the event to attend every year.
Bakewell Media presents ‘Taste of Soul ART EXPERIENCE’
October 17, 2019
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Bringing Destination Crenshaw to the Taste of Soul Experience
October 17, 2019
Destination Crenshaw aims to preserve and celebrate the legacy of the Crenshaw Corridor and benefit the Crenshaw community.
Traveling to the Taste of Soul Festival 10/19/19, Metro Releases Bus Schedule
October 17, 2019
Traveling South to the event from Olympic & Wilshire, take Bus 210 from Olympic, Bus 210 or Rapid 710 from Wilshire. Traveling North to Taste of Soul from Manchester & Crenshaw, take Bus 210, which travels North/South on Crenshaw. This line will detour around the event but detours will remain within walking distance. Traveling West from Figueroa & Florence, take Bus 81 heading North and transfer to Metro Expo Line, or Bus 111/311 west on Florence and transfer to 210 or 710 at Florence/Crenshaw. Traveling East from La Cienega & Wilshire, take Metro Rapid 720 east on Wilshire, transfer to
Taste of Soul Spotlight: Watts Healthcare
October 17, 2019
The Taste of Soul sponsor honors Breast Cancer Awareness Month at Taste of Soul and provides healthcare to the community.