EMU Alum and Temptations member Jawan M. Jackson
will return for this memorable performance
YPSILANTI, Mich., Aug. 19,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- (EMUEagles.com)
– Eastern Michigan University
is thrilled to announce an unforgettable halftime show featuring
the world-renowned vocal group, The Temptations, performing
alongside the EMU Marching Band. This special event will occur
during the EMU football game against Miami
University Saturday, Oct. 12,
at Rynearson Stadium. Adding to the excitement, EMU alum and
Detroit native Jawan M.
Jackson, who joined The Temptations in 2022, will return
to his alma mater for this highly anticipated performance. The game
time will be announced 12 days before kickoff.
"Hosting The Temptations in collaboration with students in the
130th Anniversary Season of the EMU Marching Band doubles down on
the vision that guides us all at Eastern
Michigan University: to provide student-centered,
high-quality academic programs with significant community impact,"
said J. Nick Smith, Associate
Director of Bands and Director of Athletic Bands at Eastern. "This
collaboration marks a once-in-a-lifetime experience for our
marching band students that will create ripples through our
Ypsilanti community to our "sister city," Detroit. Detroit, of
course, was where The Temptations and many other iconic Black
artists began careers that would ultimately lead to re-shaping the
music industry. We are thrilled to experience a piece of that
history live on October 12 in
Rynearson Stadium."
Single-game tickets for the game and the unique halftime show
are on sale now at EMUEagles.com/tickets or by calling the EMU
Ticket Office at 734.487.3669. Tickets purchased in advance of
gameday start at just $20. In
addition, group tickets (15 or more individuals) start at just
$8 per person and are also
available.
A limited number of experience packages are available, including
a pregame brunch with The Temptations. Interested corporations and
individuals should contact Dr. Nick
Smith directly for more information (jnick.smith@emich.edu
or 734.487.4143).
The Temptations, an iconic American vocal group from Detroit, have left a mark on music history
with their groundbreaking contributions to R&B and soul music.
Emerging in the 1960s and achieving fame with Motown Records, they
are celebrated for their distinct harmonies, sophisticated
choreography, and stylish attire. With a legacy of tens of millions
of albums sold, The Temptations are among the most successful
groups in popular music history.
The group's collaboration with producer Norman Whitfield resulted in a series of hits
defining the psychedelic soul genre, starting with "Cloud Nine" in
October 1968. Over the decades, they
have released four Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles and 14
R&B number-one singles, earning four Grammy Awards, including
the first-ever Grammy for a Motown act. Recognizing their enduring
influence, The Temptations were honored with the Grammy Lifetime
Achievement Award in 2013 and inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall
of Fame in 1989. Their classic songs "My Girl," "Just My
Imagination (Running Away with Me)," and "Papa Was a Rollin' Stone"
are enshrined among The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that
Shaped Rock and Roll.
Entering its 130th season, the "Pride of the Peninsula" is comprised of a diverse group of
graduate and undergraduate students from various academic majors
across the university. Known for its spirit and pride, the band is
dedicated to enriching the lives of its members and the broader
community through exhilarating performances and a supportive,
inclusive environment. Eastern is also celebrating its 175th
anniversary with festivities throughout the academic year,
featuring various events and an exclusive website showcasing
the university's journey.
Fans can also still grab season tickets for EMU's 2024 home
football schedule, which remain on sale for fans seeking the
ultimate experience. These tickets offer perks such as VIP seating
and parking privileges. With options to suit every budget and
preference, there's never been a better time to secure your spot
and join the EMU community in cheering on the Eagles in 2024.
About Eastern Michigan
University
Founded in 1849, Eastern is the second
oldest public university in Michigan. It currently serves more than 13,000
students pursuing undergraduate, graduate, specialist, doctoral and
certificate degrees in the arts, sciences and professions. In all,
more than 300 majors, minors and concentrations are delivered
through the University's Colleges of Arts and Sciences; Business;
Education; Engineering and Technology; Health and Human Services;
and its graduate school. National publications regularly recognize
EMU for its excellence, diversity, and commitment to applied
education. Visit the
University's rankings and points of pride websites
to learn more. For more information about Eastern Michigan University, visit
the University's website. To stay up to date on University
news, activities and announcements, visit EMU Today.
About Eastern Michigan University
Athletics
Eastern Michigan
University has been a member of the Mid-American Conference
since 1971 and has been among the league's most successful members.
The Division I program boasts 158 MAC team championships, the most
of any team in the league during that span. Eastern Michigan, which has had a
representative at every summer Olympics since 1960, has won 15 team
national championships and 55 individual national titles since
1932. For more information about Eastern Michigan Athletics, visit
EMUEagles.com.
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