Gladys Knight, the Empress of Soul and a seven-time Grammy Award winner, is set to perform live at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Friday, September 27, at 8:00 p.m. Known for her timeless hits like “Midnight Train to Georgia,” “Heard it Through The Grapevine,” and “That’s What Friends Are For,” Knight promises an electrifying show that captures the essence of soul and R&B music.
Gladys Knight and the Pips first gained fame when they joined Motown Records in 1966, earning three Grammy Awards. Knight continued her success as a solo artist, adding four more Grammy Awards to her accolades. Her influence on American culture was recognized with the prestigious National Medal of the Arts.
Born in Atlanta, Gladys Knight rose to prominence as the lead singer of Gladys Knight & the Pips before establishing herself as a solo powerhouse. Her career boasts two Billboard No. 1 singles and a collection of 11 No. 1 R&B singles and six No. 1 R&B albums.
