Sweet Inspirations Concert History

The Sweet Inspirations were founded by Cissy Houston, mother of Whitney Houston, and sister of Lee Warrick (herself the mother of well-known sisters Dee Dee and Dionne Warwick). Emily and Lee were members of The Drinkard Singers, a family group that had the distinction of recording the first gospel album to appear on a major label: A live recording from The Newport Jazz Festival in 1959. The line-up included Judy Guions (who later became Judy Clay), Marie Epps, Larry Drinkard, Nicholas Drinkard, Ann Moss, Lee and Emily.

Date Concert Venue Location
Aug 25, 2017
"Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular" / Shawn Klush - Trib. To Elvis / Cody Ray Slaughter - Trib. to Elvis / Sweet Inspirations

Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular

NYCB Theatre at Westbury Westbury, New York, United States
Aug 23, 2015
Shawn Klush - Trib. To Elvis / Sweet Inspirations

Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular

Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, United States
Aug 22, 2015
Shawn Klush - Trib. To Elvis / Sweet Inspirations

Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular

Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, United States
Aug 21, 2015
"Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular" / Shawn Klush - Trib. To Elvis / Cody Ray Slaughter - Trib. to Elvis / D.J. Fontana / Sweet Inspirations

Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular

NYCB Theatre at Westbury Westbury, New York, United States
Aug 16, 2015
"Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular" / Shawn Klush - Trib. To Elvis / Sweet Inspirations

Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular

Wolf Den Uncasville, Connecticut, United States
Aug 15, 2015
"Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular" / Shawn Klush - Trib. To Elvis / Sweet Inspirations

Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular

Wolf Den Uncasville, Connecticut, United States
Aug 19, 2011
Shawn Klush - Trib. To Elvis / Donny Edwards / Sweet Inspirations / D.J. Fontana / Rick Virga / Steve Mitchell - Trib. to Elvis Presley NYCB Theatre at Westbury Westbury, New York, United States
Jan 16, 2011
Shawn Klush - Trib. To Elvis / Brandon Bennett / Donny Edwards / D.J. Fontana / Sweet Inspirations / The Fabulous Ambassadors Band

Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular

W.L. Lyons Brown Theatre Louisville, Kentucky, United States
Nov 18, 2005
Jerry Lee Lewis / Sweet Inspirations / Percy Sledge Cardiff International Arena & Convention Centre Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
Sep 22, 1979
Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations
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The Spectrum Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Sep 21, 1979
Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations
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The Spectrum Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Sep 16, 1979
Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations
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Riverfront Coliseum Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Sep 15, 1979
Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations
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Riverfront Coliseum Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Sep 14, 1979
Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations
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Buffalo Memorial Auditorium Buffalo, New York, United States
Mar 24, 1977
Elvis Presley / The Stamps Quartet / Sweet Inspirations / Jack Culhane (comic)
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Amarillo Civic Center Coliseum Amarillo, Texas, United States
Oct 13, 1968
Aretha Franklin / Sweet Inspirations / Cissy Houston / King Curtis & The Kingpins Philharmonic Hall, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts New York, New York, United States

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Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations on Sep 21, 1979 [598-small]

Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations
Sep 21, 1979
 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations on Sep 21, 1979 [599-small]

Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations
Sep 21, 1979
 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations on Sep 22, 1979 [600-small]

Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations
Sep 22, 1979
 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations on Sep 22, 1979 [011-small]

Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations
Sep 22, 1979
 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations on Sep 21, 1979 [895-small]

Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations
Sep 21, 1979
 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations on Sep 21, 1979 [125-small]

Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations
Sep 21, 1979
 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations on Sep 21, 1979 [069-small]

Bee Gees / Sweet Inspirations
Sep 21, 1979
 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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Elvis Presley / The Stamps Quartet / Sweet Inspirations / Jack Culhane (comic) on Mar 24, 1977 [405-small]

Elvis Presley / The Stamps Quartet / Sweet Inspirations / Jack Culhane (comic)
Mar 24, 1977
 Amarillo, Texas, United States
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Elvis Presley / The Stamps Quartet / Sweet Inspirations / Jack Culhane (comic) on Mar 24, 1977 [408-small]

Elvis Presley / The Stamps Quartet / Sweet Inspirations / Jack Culhane (comic)
Mar 24, 1977
 Amarillo, Texas, United States
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Elvis Presley / The Stamps Quartet / Sweet Inspirations / Jack Culhane (comic) on Mar 24, 1977 [409-small]

Elvis Presley / The Stamps Quartet / Sweet Inspirations / Jack Culhane (comic)
Mar 24, 1977
 Amarillo, Texas, United States
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Elvis Presley / The Stamps Quartet / Sweet Inspirations / Jack Culhane (comic) on Mar 24, 1977 [686-small]

Elvis Presley / The Stamps Quartet / Sweet Inspirations / Jack Culhane (comic)
Mar 24, 1977
 Amarillo, Texas, United States
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Elvis Presley / The Stamps Quartet / Sweet Inspirations / Jack Culhane (comic) on Mar 24, 1977 [698-small]

Elvis Presley / The Stamps Quartet / Sweet Inspirations / Jack Culhane (comic)
Mar 24, 1977
 Amarillo, Texas, United States
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Gospel
Rhythm And Blues
Southern Soul
Brill Building Pop
Soul Jazz
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2017 1 concert
2015 5 concerts
2011 2 concerts
2005 1 concert
1979 5 concerts
1977 1 concert
1968 1 concert
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


How many concerts has Sweet Inspirations had?

Sweet Inspirations has had 16 concerts.

What genre is Sweet Inspirations?

Sweet Inspirations is most often considered to be Soul, Classic Soul, Gospel, Rhythm And Blues, Southern Soul, Brill Building Pop, Soul Jazz, and Stax.

When was the last Sweet Inspirations concert?

The last Sweet Inspirations concert was on August 25, 2017 at NYCB Theatre at Westbury in Westbury, New York, United States. The bands that performed were: "Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular" / Shawn Klush - Trib. To Elvis / Cody Ray Slaughter - Trib. to Elvis / Sweet Inspirations.

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