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Angie Stone & Tweet Hit Atlanta for ‘Sister of Soul’ At Variety Playhouse

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7 years ago

February 22, 2018

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Phillippia Williams and Y’Anna Crawley Round join lineup for

a one-night-only showcase of Soul in Little Five Points

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(ATLANTA, GA) – February 15, 2018 — Atlanta, get ready for a rousing showcase like no other as R&B legends Angie Stone and Tweettake the stage at Variety Playhouse March 15 at 7:30 pm. They will be joined by local live music favorite Phillippia Williamsand BET “Sunday Best” winner Y’Anna Crawley. Tickets are $44-$49, and on sale at www.variety-playhouse.com.

Stone is best known for her regal vocals that helped redefine the soul music genre in the 90s and well into the 2000s. Her sophistication and grit resonated with mature crowds but always maintained a street cred that gained Stone international acclaim. In 1999, her Arista debut “Black Diamond” received two Grammynods anchored by the hypnotic melody, “No More Rain (In This Cloud). She followed up that LP with several more CDs and an onslaught of ditties, like “Wish I Didn’t Miss You,” “Brotha,” “I Wanna Thank Ya,” “Baby” and many others.

Just as Stone was becoming a household name, Tweet burst onto the scene in 2002 with “Oops (Oh My),” the female self-love anthem from her “Southern Hummingbird”debut that hit No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100. Follow-up CDs spawned hits like “Call Me” and“Smoking Cigarettes.” Tweet’s epic collaborations with Missy Elliott, Timbaland and Trina helped keep her among the upper echelons of R&B’s hottest during her prime.

Williams keeps the Atlanta live music scene hot in her own right with her electric blend of funk, R&B, soul, jazz, reggae and hip-hop. It’s that ethereal fusion of live instrumentation, energy and stage presence that keeps Phillippia’s shows sold out. She’s performed alongside industry greats such asJill Scott, K-Ci and Jo-Jo and Goodie Mob. Her vocal leaps and bounds even landed her a role in Tyler Perry’s “Madea’s Family Reunion” in 2005.

In 2009, Crawley bested the gospel competition BET’s “Sunday Best.” She won a recording contract, and released “The Promise” in 2010, which placed No. 2 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums. Winning a Stellar Award for Female Artist of the Year in 2012 is further testament to Crawley’s depth and undenial star talent.

“What’s so amazing about these artists, is they each bring a powerful flair and experience to the stage; they have incredible journeys through song that move the listener,” says local promoter Shawn Joyner, who created the “Sisters of Soul” concert. “What fans will appreciate most is the genuine love all four artists have for each other, their craft, and their fan base — the right situation for these powerhouses to bare their soul right here in the ATL.”

Variety Playhouse is located at 1099 Euclid Ave., N.E., Atlanta. For information, call 404-524-7354. Box office hours: Mon.-Fri. noon-6pm. Box office also open show nights while tickets last

Related Topics:Angie Stone Phillippia Williams Sister of Soul Tweet Variety Playhouse Y’Anna Crawley

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The Feature Presentation Presents: 40 ACRES

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June 19, 2025

Adavie Gutierrez

In honor of Juneteenth, The Feature Presentation, DJ Suss One and Magnolia Productions are presenting a VIP screening of 40 ACRES. Taking place at the Regal Union Square Theater the elite VIP guest list is sure to fill the theater with black joy, high energy, and pride, providing a beautiful aesthetic on the backdrop of what critics are saying is an amazing film.

40 ACRES, is post-apocalyptic thriller written and directed by music video veteran R.T. Thorne. Thorne who will be making his film debut, first premiered 40 Acres during the 49th Annual Toronto International Film Festival. Led by Hailey (Danielle Deadwyler, “The Piano Lesson”) a mother and ex-military soldier and Galen (Michael Greyeyes, “Fear The Walking Dead”), 40 ACRES, takes place in a post civil war world where a family has learned to thrive in the middle of nowhere and must protect their 40-acre farm against cannibalistic raiders.

A lifelong horror movie buff, DJ SussOne has transformed his passion for film into a thriving business venture with The Feature Presentation. From an early age, SussOne was captivated by the suspense and thrill of scary movies, which inspired him to dive deeper into the entertainment world beyond music. Through The Feature Presentation, DJ Suss One collaborates with top movie theaters and major production companies to host exclusive VIP movie premieres before their official release.

At his latest highly anticipated premiere, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, I had the opportunity to sit down with DJ Suss One to discuss his lifelong love of movies and how film has influenced his journey as a DJ, radio personality, and emerging film producer. What followed was an insightful conversation about creativity, culture, and the powerful intersection of music and cinema.

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These events are more than just screenings—they’re red-carpet experiences where celebrities, influencers, and film lovers come together to celebrate cinema in style. Blending his expertise in music, media, and film culture, DJ Suss One continues to build a unique bridge between the entertainment industries—where every premiere feels like an event, and every audience member is a VIP. 40 ACRES premieres in theaters July 2, 2025. In the spirit of Juneteenth let’s keep celabrating and showing up by supporting black creatives and making this a hit at the box office.