{"id":1704,"date":"2026-06-30T21:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-30T21:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/funkynubianrepublic.com\/convo\/2026\/06\/30\/labelle-reunites-for-a-nightbirds-tribute-in-nyc-recap\/"},"modified":"2026-06-30T21:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T21:00:00","slug":"labelle-reunites-for-a-nightbirds-tribute-in-nyc-recap","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/funkynubianrepublic.com\/convo\/2026\/06\/30\/labelle-reunites-for-a-nightbirds-tribute-in-nyc-recap\/","title":{"rendered":"Labelle Reunites For A \u2018Nightbirds\u2019 Tribute In NYC [RECAP]"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1331\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/blackamericaweb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/17828524625795.jpg?strip=all&amp;quality=80\" alt=\"Two performers in elaborate costumes embracing on a stage, with a large theatrical backdrop and audience members visible in the foreground.\" class=\"wp-image-2554370\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lawrence Sumulong \/ \u00a9 Lincoln Center<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Being in command of an audience over the span of decades is no easy feat, yet somehow the surviving ladies of Labelle have made it look that way for well over 60 years and counting. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Starting as a quartet back when they were still getting the lineup and group name down pact, it would be the trio consisting of Patti LaBelle, Nona Hendryx and the late Sarah Dash who would spark a streak in soul music that has since become legendary.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nestled within the group\u2019s dynamic discography is their breakout 1974 album, <em>Nightbirds<\/em>, a best-selling effort thanks to its worldwide number one hit single, \u201cLady Marmalade.\u201d Following an infamous split in the mid-70s, individual solo success throughout the \u201980s, reconciliation in the \u201990s and an official comeback album in 2008 with <em>Back to Now<\/em>, the past 20 years since have played out as a victory lap of sorts; all three women regularly came together for performances, anniversary events, award ceremonies and to simply show support for each other\u2019s continued solo success. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although the unfortunate loss of Sarah on September 20, 2021 marked a somber turning point in the group\u2019s journey together, it\u2019s through the efforts of both Nona and Patti that her memory continues to live on. The latest occasion was at Lincoln Center in New York City this past weekend (June 28) for a special concert in tribute to a career-defining LP and their fallen sister in song.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram wp-block-embed-instagram\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"load-later load-later-vendor-wwwinstagramcom\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DZ-7ZPpicQ7\/?hl=en&amp;img_index=1\" 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class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/blackamericaweb.com\/2026\/03\/03\/black-rock-kings-queens-alternative-music-pioneers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Let It Rock! The Kings And Queens Of Black Alternative Music<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The one-night-only performance was made even more special thanks to the handful of guests who helped make it an unforgettable night, including original Labelle musicians Eddie Martinez on guitar, Carmine Rojas on bass and Jose Rossy on percussion. However, it was the sheer power of renowned vocalists <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ledisi\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ledisi<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sandrastvictor\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sandra St. Victor<\/a> of The Family Stand, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kimnicky\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kimberly Nichole<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/adriennelwarren\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Adrienne Warren<\/a> who joined in to help belt out classic album cuts off <em>Nightbirds<\/em> like \u201cAre You Lonely?,\u201d \u201cWhat Can I Do for You?\u201d and an extended joint rendition of \u201cLady Marmalade\u201d that brought all the ladies on stage for a grand finale. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A surprising standout moment proved to be the appearance of Sarah Dash herself in the form of a convincing AI projection to sing her verse from the retrospective <em>Pressure Cookin\u2019<\/em> album cut, \u201c(Can I Speak to You Before You Go to) Hollywood.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"load-later load-later-vendor-openspotifycom\" data-url=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/album\/5Zx4eUC5dTg6aufiSLQ6uo\" data-content=\"%3Ciframe%20title%3D%22Spotify%20Embed%3A%20Nightbirds%22%20style%3D%22border-radius%3A%2012px%22%20width%3D%22100%25%22%20height%3D%22352%22%20frameborder%3D%220%22%20allowfullscreen%20allow%3D%22autoplay%3B%20clipboard-write%3B%20encrypted-media%3B%20fullscreen%3B%20picture-in-picture%22%20loading%3D%22lazy%22%20src%3D%22https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fembed%2Falbum%2F5Zx4eUC5dTg6aufiSLQ6uo%3Futm_source%3Doembed%22%3E%3C%2Fiframe%3E\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What was most rewarding in attending <em>Nightbirds: The Music of Labelle<\/em> was the sight of looking into the crowd to see supporters that reflected every decade of the group\u2019s lengthy reign. The Wu Tsai Theater at Lincoln Center was filled to capacity with fans who can probably remember buying the album on release day as well as those who discovered it for the first time years later. In short, it made for unwavering proof that some legacies are simply too strong and impactful to fade away.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Labelle has without question made a lasting impression.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Take a look below at a photo recap of <em>Nightbirds: The Music of Labelle<\/em> in NYC:<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1331\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/blackamericaweb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/17828524729001.jpg?strip=all&amp;quality=80\" alt=\"Two performers on stage singing into microphones, accompanied by a band. 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