Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds Plays the Rose Ballroom at John Ascuaga’s Nugget
Source: John Ascuaga's Nugget
Nov 13, 2007 - 10:09:28 AM
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Sparks/Reno, Nev. – Chances are, if it was a hit during the entire decade of the 1990s, Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds had something to do with it. With an astounding ten Grammy Awards, plus a catalog of industry recognition, Edmonds has cemented his place in music history. See him perform all of his hits in support of his latest album, Playlist, one night only, October 24, in the Rose Ballroom at John Ascuaga’s Nugget.
Few creative forces have been more seminal or impacted the contemporary pop/urban genres as much as Edmonds. In a relatively short time span, he has reached icon status as a poignant tunesmith, prolific hitmaker/producer, superstar recording artist and revolutionary label owner. He is a statistical juggernaut, who keeps adding milestone after milestone to a legacy that seems to have no threshold or peak in sight.
A 10-time Grammy winner, Edmonds’ impeccably crafted explorations of love, romance and relationships have made an indelible imprint on the evolution of contemporary pop music throughout the world: more than 125 Top-10 R&B and Pop hits, 41 #1 R&B hits, 51 Top-10 Pop hits, including 16 #1’s, which have produced single and album sales in excess of over 100 million units.
Just a few of the vocalists from which his music can be heard include Whitney Houston, Boyz II Men, Mariah Carey, Madonna, Eric Clapton, Michael Jackson, Toni Braxton, Celine Dion, TLC, Brandy, Aretha Franklin, Pink, Faith Evans, Mary J. Blige, ‘Nsync and Backstreet Boys.
He is the recipient of numerous awards including “Soul Train Music Award,” “BMI Award,” “NAACP Image Award,” and “American Music Award.” Edmonds was the recipient of the third “BET Walk of Fame Award” (previous honorees were Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston), and was named BET’s “Entertainer of the Year” at the First Annual BET Awards Ceremony.
Edmonds’ charitable work is as impressive as his professional accomplishments. His caring and generosity have garnered him several awards, including the “1996 Essence Award for Excellence,” “The City of Hope” Award in 1999, and Variety Magazine’s “Top of the Town” Honoree Award in 2000.
Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds plays one night, November 24, at 8 p.m. in the Rose Ballroom. Tickets are just $64 and $69, and are available by calling (800) 648-1177 or (775) 356-3300 or by visiting janugget.com. Dinner and show packages are available.
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