SISTERS IN THE SPIRIT TOUR POSTPONED EFFECTIVE WITH BATON ROUGE CONCERT FEBRUARY 11TH 

The Sister In The Spirit tour has been postponed effective with the Baton Rouge concert that was scheduled for February 11th according to tour promoter Al Wash of ALW Entertainment.

“Despite the tour line up of first class vocalists, the ticket sales were not what we had hoped for,“ said Wash.

Ticket refunds are available at point of purchase.

CELEBRATING THE UPLIFTING MUSICAL JOYS OF SISTERHOOD:
FOURTH ANNUAL ALL-STAR SISTERS IN THE SPIRIT TOUR — FEATURING HEADLINERS SHIRLEY CAESAR, ANGIE STONE, KELLY PRICE, DORINDA CLARK COLE, NICOLE C. MULLEN AND DR. YVONNE CAPEHART —KICKS OFF JANUARY 23 AT SEATTLE'S PARAMOUNT THEATRE
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Sponsored In Part By Southwest Airlines, The Six Week, 31 City National Tour Will Feature Individual Performances By The Participants And An Eagerly Anticipated All-Star Finale of Ray Charles' Classic “Shout!”
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Past Participants In the Sisters In The Spirit Tour Include Yolanda Adams, Sheila E., Martha Munizzi, Juanita Bynum, RIZen and Mary Mary

Some of the world's most popular and influential female pop and soul performers are hitting the road for one of the year's most highly anticipated tours, Sisters In The Spirit . Celebrating the uplifting joys of sisterhood and music, the six-week tour launches on January 23, 2007 at The Paramount Theatre in Seattle and will hit 31 cities on the West Coast, East Coast and throughout the South and Mid-Atlantic regions before wrapping March 5 at Memorial Hall in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Promoted by Executive Producer Al Wash of ALW Entertainment , the fourth run of the Sisters In The Spirit tour—which has gone out every other year since 2001—features the enterprise's usual stellar lineup of top names, including gospel legend Shirley Caesar and Grammy nominated R&B singer Kelly Price, who have participated before. Joining them and making first time appearances are Grammy nominated neo-soul singer Angie Stone, evangelist and gospel singer Dorinda Clark Cole and singer, songwriter and choreographer Nicole C. Mullen. Singer and evangelist Dr. Yvonne Capehart will also be participating.

“With first class vocalists that represent the best in R&B, pop and gospel music, our goal each year is to uplift everybody's spirit in a positive way that exemplifies togetherness,” says Wash. “While we feature female performers, we're excited that over the years, thousands of men have been touched by the music and have formulated a bond with our event. No matter which gender you are, if you love good music, we're going to take you on an incredible roller coaster ride. This is two hours and thirty minutes of great fun every night.”

The show will feature individual performances by each featured performer in addition to some intertwining over a “seamless band” concept that will ensure that the music is always playing, with no down time between numbers. There will also be an exciting finale with everyone participating in an explosive version of Ray Charles' “Shout!”—a very appropriate exclamation to a one of a kind evening.

As in years past, the official airline sponsor of the tour is Southwest Airlines. “For Southwest Airlines, it's important to connect with our customers whether it's on board one of our flights or the hottest concert of the season, Sisters in the Spirit,” says Marian Thompson, Southwest Airlines Multi-Cultural Promotions Specialist. “This inspirational event touches our hearts every time. What better way to celebrate and uplift the soul than to spend it with family and friends listening to great music.”

In addition to three previously successful Sisters In The Spirit tours, Al Wash was the promoter behind the similarly popular “Hopeville” tour, which enjoyed well received runs in 2002 and 2004; participants in that event included Yolanda Adams and Gospel superstars Kirk Franklin and Donnie McClurkin.

A bit about the participants in the 2007 Sisters In The Spirit Tour:

Currently the pastor of the Mount Cavalry Word of Faith Church in Raleigh, North Carolina, Shirley Caesar has won 11 Grammys, 17 Dove Awards, 12 Stellar Awards, and the Soul Train Music Award for Best Gospel Album. In 2000, the Gospel Music Association - which also annually hosts the Dove Awards - inducted her into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame at its headquarters in Nashville, Tennessee.

Grammy Award-nominated American R&B, hip-hop, and neo soul singer/songwriter Angie Stone's music possesses a clear old school soul music influence, and her singing has long earned comparisons to Aretha Franklin. Stone recently appeared on the fourth season of the VH1 reality show Celebrity Fit Club; before launching her solo career in 1999, she shared songwriting credits on D'Angelo's first two albums and provided backing vocals on his tours.

Grammy nominated R&B and soul singer Kelly Price first made a name for herself as a prominent background and guest vocalist, appearing on a number of hit singles such as Mariah Carey's “Fantasy,” The Notorious B.I.G.'s “Mo Money Mo Problems,” and Whitney Houston's “Heartbreak Hotel.” She has also sung background vocals for Faith Evans, Aretha Franklin, and Brian McKnight. Price became one of a number of popular full-figured R&B performers of the late-1990s, and received notable attention when she lost over 100 pounds to aid her health. Price was also featured in the 2004 film Bringing Down the House, performing a cover of the Chaka Khan hit “Ain't Nobody.” She has been a powerful advocate in the global fight against breast cancer.

Best known as a member of The Clark Sisters and as a daughter of pioneering choral director Mattie Moss Clark, Dorinda Clark Cole's 2002 self-titled solo debut won two Stellar Awards and a Soul Train Lady of Soul Award (Best Female Gospel Artist).

Nicole Coleman-Mullen is an award-winning singer, songwriter, and choreographer who recorded her first solo album, Don't Let Me Go, in 1991 with the independent label Frontline Records. Mullen continued her singing-songwriting-choreography career in the 1990s, singing backup for Michael W. Smith and for the Newsboys, writing for Jaci Velasquez, and working as a dancer/choreographer with Amy Grant.

Dr. Yvonne Capehart is an anointed woman of God, Author, Gospel Artist, and songwriter.  She ministers across the country doing seminars, revivals, conferences, concerts, retreats, etc. She and her husband Lee are pastors of the Believer's Life Center, in Pensacola, FL. Capehart is also the founder of Sister Keeper International Ministries, crusade and magazine, a network for Women in Ministry on local, state, and international levels.

Of his talented 2007 lineup, Wash says, “When we first started Sisters In The Spirit, our goal was a straight gospel program, but we're excited about all of the creative expansion into other areas of soul music. Widening the range of artists allows for more people to experience the positive energy that is at the core of this tour. Fans will see aspects of these artists that they won't see at their regular concerts. On past tours, being able to witness the bonding that goes on between our artists has brought tears to my eyes. When we all go our separate ways, we know we have been part of something special that is beyond ourselves.”  Tour dates as of now include:

“Sisters in the Spirit”
The 3rd Annual Tour Kicks off February 1, 2005
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Yolanda Adams, Martha Munizzi, Juanita Bynum, Kelly Price, RiZen and Sheila E to Share Stage in Celebration of Body, Mind and Soul
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Southwest Airline Sponsors Tour in Recognition of
Black History Month
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Five-Week, 21 City Tour Begins in Columbus , OH . More Dates to be Added

The most inspiring musical tour of early 2005 takes place on February 1 st in Columbus , Ohio with the launching of the Sisters in the Spirit tour. In celebration of February as “Black History Month,” gospel music superstars Yolanda Adams , Martha Munizzi and RiZen join with R&B/pop icon Kelly Price and Sisters in the Spirit Musical Director Sheila E to honor the unique spiritual bond of women in all walks of life. Juanita Bynum , aka “The Prophetess,” famed for her enlightening sermons and inspirational books on hope, strength and spirituality, will offer both music and message to the proceedings. Included in the Sisters in the Spirit program is health and fitness expert Donna Richardson Joyner , wife of “Fly Jock” Tom Joyner , who will impart tips contained on her successful video, “Sweating in the Spirit.”

Sponsored by Southwest Airlines , the Sisters in the Spirit tour is promoted by Executive Producer Al Wash of ALW Entertainment . Wash is the promoter behind the highly successful “Hopeville” tour, which concluded its second outing in 2004. Previously, the tour enjoyed a well-received run in 2002. Wash comments, “The purpose of the Sisters in the Spirit tour is to show the unity and strength of women today in gospel music. Most people's New Year resolution is to exercise and work out. That's why, during Black History Month, we use the theme ‘Mind, Body and Soul' to make sure that people keep their resolutions. This combination of singers and ministry is the best of all the tours we have had under the Sisters in the Spirit banner.” Gospel music veteran Kirk Franklin , a participant in the “Hopeville” tour, will offer his insight as a stage advisor and will not perform.

Bynum comments, “The purpose of the Sisters in the Spirit tour is to give back a little bit, to think about YOU just for a day. As women take on a stronger role in leadership in both business, social and family decisions, we go through a period where we don't have time to congratulate or commend ourselves on our own accomplishments.”

Keeping with tradition, there is no one particular headliner for the Sisters in the Spirit tour. Instead, a sharing spirit of community will be the focus, as each artist will sing both solo and duets, backed by Sheila E's musical direction. While the uninitiated may wonder about the addition of Sheila E, she gained fame for her contributions to Latin jazz, and as a protégé of pop music star Prince. Both Wash and Bynum offer  insights to the choice. Wash : “Since this is the third time for this tour, it's always been my dream to have an all-women band. To me, who else is a perfect choice to direct the musical efforts of this tour than Sheila E.” Bynum adds, “Sheila E is the equivalent of Quincy Jones in terms of the breadth of musical knowledge she brings to the table. I also could not have chosen a better director for the various types of music this tour offers.”

THE PARTICIPANTS:

The stunning Yolanda Adams has been dubbed by Juanita Bynum as “The Barbra Streisand of gospel music.” It is an apt title, as this vivacious vocalist has won two Grammy awards and an astounding 13 Stellar Music gospel awards. She garnered immense praise for her performances on the recent television holiday special “A Clay Aiken Christmas.”

Juanita Bynum 's worldwide ministry is fueled by her uncanny insights into the workings of worship and its benefits. She is the author of a number of million-selling books on self-improvement and faith, including “Matters of the Heart,” “Don't Get Off the Train” and “A Heart for Jesus.”

Martha Munizzi is a powerhouse vocalist who has built a large international following through her soulful, Southern-inflected delivery. She has recorded three best-selling albums, including When He Came , The Best Is Yet to Come and Say the Name .

Kelly Price has recorded two platinum albums, Soul of a Woman and Mirror Mirror , and is currently riding major praise for her 2003 release, Priceless . Her biggest hit was 1998's “Friend of Mine,” and she has worked with such major producers as Warryn Campbell and Raphael Saadiq . Price recently came off the road, where she performed in the Tyler Perry -scripted “Why Did I Get Married” play.

Saginaw , Michigan natives RiZen consists of Adriann and Aundrea Lewis , Knika Trigg and Ashley Jones . Juanita Bynum calls them “four Patti LaBelles” for their high-powered vocal style. Their debut album, RiZen , has caused a major ripple in gospel, receiving numerous 2004 Dove and Stellar Gospel music award nominations.

Sheila E (Musical Director) is a highly respected percussionist who has played for Diana Ross , Ringo Starr , Marvin Gaye , and of course, Prince . She is also an advocate for breast cancer awareness and youth education. Sheila E says of her selection as Musical Director of the Sisters in the Spirit tour: “The good thing about being MD is that I'm familiar with all the acts' music, especially Yolanda, for whom I was MD on several tours. Their music speaks for itself, and if there is something they would like to hear in their music, I take direction pretty well!”

TOUR DATES for “SISTERS IN THE SPIRIT”:

February 1 Columbus , OH Main Auditorium

February 3 Washington , D.C. Constitution Hall

February 4 Philadelphia , PA Liacouras Center

February 5 Baltimore , MD Lyric Opera House

February 6 Charlotte , SC Ovens Auditorium

February 8 TBA

February 10 Richmond , VA Landmark Theatre

February 11 TBA

February 12 Hampton , VA Coliseum

February 13 Greensboro , NC Events Center

February 15 Flint , MI IMI Sports Arena

February 17 Chicago , IL Arie Crown

February 18 Detroit , MI Fox Theatre

February 19 Cincinnati , OH Taft Theatre

February 20 Atlanta , GA Civic Center

February 22 Columbus , GA Civic Arena

February 24 Birmingham , AL Boutwell Auditorium

February 25 Jacksonville , FL Performance Arts Center

February 26 Lakeland , FL Carpenter Center

February 27 Miami , FL James L. Knight Center

March 1 Memphis , TN Orpheum Theatre

March 3 Dallas , TX Next Stage Arena

March 4 New Orleans , LA Sanger Theatre

March 5 Houston , TX Verizon Theatre

March 6 Austin , TX Frank Erwin Center

Additional Dates TBA.