Bobby Brown: Saturday, August 8
Groove to the sounds of R&B artist Bobby Brown one night only at Harrah’s Metropolis — his first appearance ever in our area!
Enjoy hits like “Don’t Be Cruel,” “My Prerogative” and “Every Little Step” at 8 p.m., Saturday, August 8, inside the Riverfront Event Center. (Doors open at 7 p.m.)
Tickets start at $25* and are on sale now! Order online or call 888.512.SHOW (7469).
One of R&B’s Brightest Stars
In the late ‘80s and early ‘90s, Bobby Brown was one of R&B’s brightest stars. He was born February 5, 1969, in Boston, and began singing with Roxbury schoolmates Michael Bivins and Ricky Bell in 1978. The group developed into New Edition and, after a few talent show wins, was discovered by producer Maurice Starr. Starr signed the group to his label and co-authored its debut hit, “Candy Girl,” and other top tracks to follow. After experiencing legitimate teen stardom, Brown longed to move on to an adult solo career, and left New Edition in 1986.
He released his debut solo album, “King of Stage,” in 1987, which produced the major hit “Girlfriend.” his follow-up solo album, “Don’t Be Cruel,” however, topped the charts, and made Brown a megastar. The album went on to sell more than 7 million copies and spawned five top 10 hits, including the title song “Don’t Be Cruel,” “Roni,” “Rock Wit’cha,” the No. 1 chart-topping “My Prerogative” and “Every Little Step,” which earned him a Grammy Award in 1989 for Best Rhythm and Blues Vocal Performance, Male.
In July of 1992, Bobby Brown married fellow superstar Whitney Houston. Soon after in August, he released his third solo album, “Bobby,” which went double platinum and earned him a Grammy Award nomination for Best Male R&B artist. Brown won the American Music Award for Favorite Soul/R&B Male Artist in January 1993.
In 1995, Brown reunited with New Edition for the No. 1 album “Home Again” and a comeback tour. More recently, Brown released a greatest hits album in 2000, and contributed to Ja Rule’s single “Thug Lovin’” in 2002. This collaboration won Brown a Source Award for R&B/Rap Collaboration of the Year in 2003. And you may remember him on his Bravo hit television show, show “Being Bobby Brown.”
Don’t miss his great tunes, huge personality and hip moves!
About Harrah’s Metropolis
For the hottest gaming action, the best giveaways and the finest foods, it’s Harrah’s Metropolis! Located just off Interstate 24 on the Ohio River, our 36,000-sq.-ft. casino provides 1,200 of the hottest slots and 25 exciting tables games! Enjoy steaks and seafood at the Range Steakhouse or tastes from around the world at fresh Buffet. We also feature a five-star hotel with 252 deluxe rooms and six luxury suites, making it the best place to stay and play! Plus, our 12,000-sq.-ft. Riverfront Event Center hosts A-list entertainers and is a great place for your special banquet or meeting.
