The Twin Cities are never short on musical talent, and Sounds of Blackness is proof of that. The Grammy Award-winning group crosses multiple genres by infusing gospel, jazz, soul, R&B, and hip hop.

Founded in 1969 at Macalester College in St Paul, Sounds of Blackness have released 11 records, including the album, The Evolution of Gospel, which received a Grammy in 1992. Their newest release, The 3rd Gift: Story, Song, and Spirit, will hit stores on August 25th.  It includes a mix brand new songs along with some traditional songs and a new recording of the hit, “Optimistic.”

If you want to check them out before their new album hits stores, they will be making TV appearances on local TV news shows in the Twin Cities.  Here’s where you can see them:

 August 15th, 9 AM on KSTP-TV’s Morning Show with Sheletta Brundidge

August 24th, 10 AM on KARE 11-TV’s Minnesota Showcase

They will also be holding CD Release party at the Mall of America on August 25th.  Come down to the Rotunda at 6:30 PM.  The performance is free and open to the public.  You can check out the video below to hear a new recording of “Optimistic,” which will be on their new album.

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