Maxwell redefined classic soul music in April of 1996 when he released his critically acclaimed debut Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite. He has since received thirteen gold and platinum certifications.
In commenting on the “new soul revival” in music, Maxwell told Entertainment Weekly in 1997 that “everything out there musically was inspired or influenced by something from the past. It’s not about creating some super-fresh new thing. If it doesn’t lend itself to your history, how is it going to extend to your future? That’s what’s really brilliant about looking into children’s eyes—you can see their parents in them.” The Washington Post called him “the Marvin Gaye of the ’90s”. Its columnist wrote that Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite “heralded the arrival of a top-of-the-class graduate of the old school of soul, one who could sing about romantic aspiration and tribulation with heart-wrenching emotion.
Maxwell returns to The Peace Center on July 26th for what is sure to be a stellar performance, featuring his highly anticipated new album, blackSUMMERS’night.
The performance is at 7:30 pm on July 26th. Admission starts at $61 per individual. Every ticket purchased online for Maxwell’s tour includes a CD of blackSUMMERS’night.
Please visit www.peacecenter.org/events/detail/maxwell for additional information.