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Syracuse,
NY – April 2024 / NewsmakerAlert: Hailing from Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania, the Sledge sisters became household names and a symbol of
unity with their 1979 world-wide hit and iconic album ‘We are Family.’
Now, fairgoers can get up and sing along to their album’s title song “We
are Family” and so much more when Sister Sledge and their family,
Sledgendary, take the stage on Chevy Court on Friday, August 23 at 6
p.m.
The legendary vocal group
are responsible for some of the biggest dance anthems of all time. “Lost
in Music,” “He’s the Greatest Dancer,” and “Thinking of You” are universally
cherished songs that bring people together in love, life, and soulful groove.
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Sister Sledge has performed
on some of the world’s most prestigious stages, including Carnegie Hall,
Madison Square Garden, London’s Royal Albert Hall, and Glastonbury’s Pyramid
Stage. They have also performed at the White House, and even before Pope
Francis during the 2015 World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia, PA.
Over the years, the family-group
has amassed a string of Gold and Platinum hits and earning hundreds of
awards and commendations, including GRAMMY Nominations for Record of the
Year, Best R&B Duo or Group, and Best Produced CD for their ‘African
Eyes’ album. Their worldwide anthem We Are Family was entered into the
prestigious Library of Congress in 2017.
Sister Sledge, now featuring
more of the Sledge family following the passing of Joni Sledge in 2017,
continues the group’s sensational legacy. Under the vocal direction of
founding member Debbie Sledge and the genius of MD Dominic Amato, along
with an ensemble of insanely talented musicians, the group has achieved
a ‘Sledgendary’ place in the entertainment industry. Specializing in BRINGING
THE PARTY with the family’s classic hits, Debbie Sledge, Camille Sledge,
Tanya Ti-et, Thaddeus Sledge and David Sledge make one funky family affair.
They continue to deliver the ‘Sledgendary’ message that “Nothing is Greater
than Love,” honoring sister Joni Sledge’s memory, and spreading joy with
music that uplifts and celebrates life, love, and togetherness.
“Everyone knows ‘We are Family;’
it’s contagious and you can’t help but get up and dance,” said State
Fair Interim Director Julie LaFave. “We’re so excited to be bringing
that energy and soulful vibe to the Great
New York State Fair and look forward to welcoming Sledgendary and a
little disco era to the Fair this summer!”
The Fair starts Wednesday,
August 21, and runs through Labor Day, Monday, September 2.
All concerts are included in the price of admission, which will go on sale
later this summer. The Great New York State Fair is the most affordable
state fair in the country.
In total, The Fair’s Chevrolet
Music Series will feature 39 national recording acts. There will be a daily
1 p.m. and 6 p.m. concert at Chevy Court (located near Gate 1),
and a daily 8 p.m. concert at Suburban Park (located on the western
end of the Fairgrounds, beyond the Midway).
All concerts announced so
far are provided below. Fair staff will continue to update schedules on
the Fair’s website at pages dedicated to Chevy
Court and Suburban
Park.
Chevy Court:
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Wednesday, August 21 – 1:00
p.m. – Chubby Checker
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Thursday, August 22 – 1:00 p.m.
– RVSHVD
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Friday, August 23 – 1:00 p.m.
– Sophie B. Hawkins
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Friday, August 23 – 6:00 p.m.
– Sister Sledge
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Saturday, August 24 – 1:00 p.m.
– Kidz Bop
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Sunday, August 25 – 1:00 p.m.
– The Elders
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Monday, August 26 – 1:00 p.m.
– Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone
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Monday, August 26 – 6:00 p.m.
– CAIN
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Tuesday, August 27 – 1:00 p.m.
– Little Anthony
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Tuesday, August 27 – 6:00 p.m.
– Blue Öyster Cult
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Wednesday, August 28 – 6:00
p.m. – Danielle Ponder
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Thursday, August 29 – 6:00 p.m.
– Chapel Hart
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Sunday, September 1 – 1:00 p.m.
– Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour
Suburban Park:
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Friday, August 21 – 8:00 p.m.
– TLC
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Sunday, August 25 – 8:00 p.m.
– Dropkick Murphys
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Wednesday, August 28 – 8:00
p.m. – Joan Jett and The Blackhearts
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Saturday, August 31 – 8:00 p.m.
– Brian Kelley
Founded in 1841, the Great
New York State Fair showcases the best of New York agriculture, provides
top-quality entertainment, and is a key piece of the state’s CNY
Rising strategy of growing the Central New York economy through tourism.
It is the oldest fair in the United States and is consistently recognized
as being among the top five state fairs in the nation.
The New
York State Fairgrounds is a 375-acre exhibit and entertainment complex
that operates all year. Audiences are encouraged to learn more about the
Great New York State Fair online, browse photos on Flickr,
and follow the fun on Facebook,
Twitter,
and Instagram.
Media Contact:
Jola
Szubielski
Department of Agriculture
& Markets
Public Information Officer
518-457-0752
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