Doug Parkinson Presents “SOULMAN” A JOURNEY THROUGH THE BLACK AMERICAN SONGBOOK Synopsis. Australia’s greatest soul music legend Doug Parkinson presents ‘SOULMAN” a musical salute to the legendary stars of black music. From Jazz to R&B to Motown and beyond, this dynamic production celebrates the lives and times of legendary artists who shook the world of music. Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller, Big Joe Turner, Sam Cooke, Fats Domino, BB King, Ray Charles, Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Stevie Wonder, Isaac Hayes, Barry White, Michael Jackson, Luther Vandross and George Benson. The Supremes, Dianna Ross, Nancy Wilson. The musical timeline spans six decades of groundbreaking hits. It embraces many genres including the early years of Jazz, the rhythm of Rock & Roll, the magical music of Motown, the sweet sounds of 60’s Soul through to the electric excitement of R&B and Dance. The unforgettable voice of singing legend Doug Parkinson and special guests combine to re-create these elements to produce a masterful show of what has become popular music as we know it today. Supported by an outstanding 8 piece orchestra and vocal group, this spectacular production moves along at a cracking pace and is filled with all the humour, pathos and glitz that made these stars and their music unforgettable. Listen to all the Motown and Soul music hits presented as never before, the quintessential celebration of Black American Music, showcased by the magical unchained voice of Doug Parkinson. A night to remember. A spectacular show not to be missed! Other Dates in 2008 August: Sat 23rd - Lizottes Restaurant. Fri 29th - The New Capers, Melbourne Sat 30th - The New Capers, Melbourne Sun 31st - TBA September: Thurs 18th - Ballina RSL Fri 19th - Sharks, Gold Coast Sat 20th - Boonah Ent Centre Sun 21st - Kedron/Wavell Services Club - 2pm show Thur 25th - Ipswich Ent Centre Fri 26th - Caloundra RSL Sat 27th - Seagulls FC Sun 28th - Logan Ent Centre October: Fri 17th - Corporate, Brisbane Sat 18th - Corporate, Brisbane November: Fri 14th - Burswood Theatre, Perth Sat 15th - Dee Why RSL Club, NSW December: Tues 9th - Crown, Melbourne Wed 10th - Crown, Melbourne Thurs 11th - Crown, Melbourne

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