Gospel music’s grandest event is heading to Charlotte.
The 41st annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards will be televised Aug. 15 at Spectrum Center as the finale of a week of related events. The showcase brings artists, music leaders and gospel fans from across the world to the host city. The Stellar Awards, which launched in 1985 in Chicago, are the longest running African American gospel music awards show on television. Previous host cities include Atlanta, Houston, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Nashville, and New York City.
“Bringing the Stellar Awards here is not only a natural fit, but it allows us to expand the reach and impact of gospel music in a city that embraces both tradition and innovation,” Don Jackson, founder of the Stellar Awards and chairman and CEO of Central City Productions said in a statement. “Charlotte’s faith community and vibrant culture make it an ideal host for this celebration of gospel music.”
The program will be shown nationally on BET, Bounce, Stellar Network, and syndication networks, where it reaches a combined television audience of more than 3.6 million viewers. Digital platforms engage millions more.
Details regarding ticket sales, artists and community events will be released later.
The showcase includes Stellar Plus events from Aug. 12-14 that feature fan experiences, industry conferences and community activities across Charlotte.
“Hosting the Stellar Gospel Music Awards is a tremendous opportunity for Charlotte,” said Steve Bagwell, CEO of the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority. “This event will bring thousands of visitors to our city, shine a national spotlight on Charlotte’s vibrant culture and create meaningful economic impact for our hospitality community.”
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