IF YOU GO* What: Pearl White Gala.* When: Reception at 6 p.m. today, gala at 8 p.m.* Where: Chattanooga Convention Center, 1 Carter Plaza.* Admission: $80.* Phone: 698-2911.* Website: www.sharonseniorservices.com.
R&B artist Alexander O’Neal, “The King of Minneapolis Soul,” will headline tonight’s Pearl White Gala.
O’Neal, considered one of the best singers ever produced by noted production team Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, released his latest album, “5 Questions – The New Journey,” in July. It is his first release in eight years, according to a promoter.
“Since relocating to Great Britain, we hear a smoother and more mature singer on this new album when compared to his prior releases (1986’s ‘Hearsay,’ 1991’s ‘All True Man’ and 1997’s ‘Lovers Again’),” said Bill Arnovich of Adele Media Relations.
On this album, said Arnovich, O’Neal is equally “comfortable with the fresh dance-floor burners and the romantic, couch-cuddling numbers.”
O’Neal’s earlier hits include “Saturday Love,” “Fake,” “Innocent” and “Love Makes No Sense.”
Opening act is U4RIA from Baton Rouge, La.
The fifth annual Pearl White Gala raises funds to offset the costs of adult day care, in-home personal care and assisted-living services to low-income families caring for the elderly and disabled. The gala is presented by SJK of Chattanooga, Rose of Sharon’s Senior Villa and Sharon’s Adult Day Center.