90th Shellebration: The Gathering ft. Evvie McKinney
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From September 10th-13th, The Overton Park Shell 90th Birthday Weekend will present back-to-back days featuring unique collaborations as Memphis comes together to pay tribute to the legacy of our historic stage.
The Gathering Schedule
12:00 PM - Gates Open
1:00 PM – 1:05 PM - Welcome & Opening Remarks | Ephie Johnson & Natalie Wilson
1:05 PM – 1:10 PM - Liturgical Dance Performance ft. Cooler Kids/Cooler Grands Performance
1:12 PM – 1:15 PM - Performance by Josiah Turner of Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church
1:15 PM – 1:20 PM - Melvin Cole (Pure Academy)
1:25 PM – 1:30 PM - Princeton James Productions ft. Cooler Kids/Cooler Grands Performance
1:32 PM – 1:37 PM - Spoken Word by Jeffrey Johnson
1:40 PM – 1:45 PM - Spoken Word
1:45 PM – 1:50 PM - Ephie Johnson with Neighborhood Christian Center
1:55 PM – 2:20 PM - Tennessee Mass Choir Performance
2:25 PM – 2:55 PM - Evvie McKinney Performance
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About Ephie Johnson (Event MC):
Sharing my voice is more than a performance; it’s a calling, and a way to touch hearts. With over 30 years of worship leading and musical performances. I’ve seen how music can heal wounds, uplift spirits, and unite communities.
Whether in a church, special event, commercial, or movie, music connects and inspires. A gentle hymn can bring peace, while a lively song can bring joy and energy. It's a privilege to be part of these moments, offering comfort, hope, and celebration through song.
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About Evvie McKinney:
Influenced by the fabled and fertile Memphis music scene, Evvie McKinney’s unique merging of good ol’ gospel vibes, current pop sensibility and deep-rooted soul has her perfectly positioned for international acclaim. And she has no doubt that God has planned exactly that for her: “I’ve been called a ‘superstar’ since I was in diapers,” she laughs with a humble confidence.
She is now well on her way, having won the inaugural season of the voice competition, “The Four” on Fox Network and then following that up in 2021 with her first #1 radio hit, “Just Like God,” from her debut EP, This Is Evvie McKinney, which earned her Stellar and KLOVE Fan Award nominations.
Growing up, Evvie was surrounded by a large and devout family. Her mother’s determination and unwavering faith filled their home with an expectation of divine intervention. In fact, her large family was actually able to build their home by entering a Habitat for Humanity contest. Amazingly, her mother’s letter was chosen from 20,000 entries. Miracles are still happening for singer/songwriter Evvie McKinney. From the age of seven, Evvie was singing at services and on holidays at her home church, and at “every other church around Memphis.” In 2015, when she was only 14, Evvie moved to New York to go on the road with her brother’s band, Gedeon Luke and The People, touring nationally and internationally.
On The Four: Battle for Stardom, with judges Sean “P. Diddy” Combs, DJ Khaled and Meghan Trainor, Evvie stunned the country with her otherworldly stage performance of “Proud Mary.” According to Evvie, “I went into beast mode,” she says laughingly. “I had sung that song since I was five years old, but I just let God use me that night. I really wanted to win, but I knew it would take more than just singing. I had so many emotions going, it was amazing. But I knew that God was going to make it happen.” P. Diddy also ended up producing her first single, “HowDo You Feel?” Pop star Meghan Trainor has co- written Evvie’s Motown Gospel debut single, “Bring The Whole Hood”, a joyful, giant shot of positivity and inclusivity with a soul/pop/gospel groove and the true story about Evvie’s loving family. Evvie truly wants to “Bring The Whole Hood” along with her on her exuberant journey...or as she sings, “when I make it, we make it.” Perfect timing. Perfect message.
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About Princeton James Productions:
Princeton James Productions was launched to produce theatre, film and TV projects and host experiences to help build a viable creative economy in the Mid-South.
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About TN Mass Choir:
The Tennessee Mass Choir, Inc. (TMC) is a nonprofit organization that provides a diverse culture of service opportunities through music, cultural arts, and community partnerships. High-energy vocals performed by a powerfully gifted, versatile and spirited group of individuals, The Tennessee Mass Choir has been recognized as one of the finest, most respected and talented Mass Choirs in the entire country. Under the leadership of award winning, GRAMMY nominated music producer Jason Clark, this choir has shared the stage and/or recorded with notable artists such as Martina McBride, Al Green, Fred Hammond, Foreigner, John P. Kee, Jekalyn Carr, Kirby Lauren, St. Paul and The Broken Bones along with countless others.
🎶: https://overtonparkshell.org/eventpage/2026/9/13/90-years/thegathering
SPONSORS
Orion Financial
🎉 DECK PARTIES AVAILABLE 🎉
Want to experience the vibes and views like a VIP? Pick your favorite show, and throw a deck party!
🔗: https://overtonparkshell.org/sponsorship-opportunities
Know Before You Go:
Food Trucks: Smoke & Toast | Flipside Asia | Camelita’s Taquería | Chais Halal | La Antojeria | Mempops
Picnic baskets, coolers, beverages, blankets, and lawn chairs are always welcome. We also offer food and beverage for sale in the Autozone Food and Beverage Concourse. Dogs on a leash are welcome in designated areas. Overton Park Shell is a nonsmoking facility.
The Gathering Schedule
12:00 PM - Gates Open
1:00 PM – 1:05 PM - Welcome & Opening Remarks | Ephie Johnson & Natalie Wilson
1:05 PM – 1:10 PM - Liturgical Dance Performance ft. Cooler Kids/Cooler Grands Performance
1:12 PM – 1:15 PM - Performance by Josiah Turner of Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church
1:15 PM – 1:20 PM - Melvin Cole (Pure Academy)
1:25 PM – 1:30 PM - Princeton James Productions ft. Cooler Kids/Cooler Grands Performance
1:32 PM – 1:37 PM - Spoken Word by Jeffrey Johnson
1:40 PM – 1:45 PM - Spoken Word
1:45 PM – 1:50 PM - Ephie Johnson with Neighborhood Christian Center
1:55 PM – 2:20 PM - Tennessee Mass Choir Performance
2:25 PM – 2:55 PM - Evvie McKinney Performance
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About Ephie Johnson (Event MC):
Sharing my voice is more than a performance; it’s a calling, and a way to touch hearts. With over 30 years of worship leading and musical performances. I’ve seen how music can heal wounds, uplift spirits, and unite communities.
Whether in a church, special event, commercial, or movie, music connects and inspires. A gentle hymn can bring peace, while a lively song can bring joy and energy. It's a privilege to be part of these moments, offering comfort, hope, and celebration through song.
——————————————————————
About Evvie McKinney:
Influenced by the fabled and fertile Memphis music scene, Evvie McKinney’s unique merging of good ol’ gospel vibes, current pop sensibility and deep-rooted soul has her perfectly positioned for international acclaim. And she has no doubt that God has planned exactly that for her: “I’ve been called a ‘superstar’ since I was in diapers,” she laughs with a humble confidence.
She is now well on her way, having won the inaugural season of the voice competition, “The Four” on Fox Network and then following that up in 2021 with her first #1 radio hit, “Just Like God,” from her debut EP, This Is Evvie McKinney, which earned her Stellar and KLOVE Fan Award nominations.
Growing up, Evvie was surrounded by a large and devout family. Her mother’s determination and unwavering faith filled their home with an expectation of divine intervention. In fact, her large family was actually able to build their home by entering a Habitat for Humanity contest. Amazingly, her mother’s letter was chosen from 20,000 entries. Miracles are still happening for singer/songwriter Evvie McKinney. From the age of seven, Evvie was singing at services and on holidays at her home church, and at “every other church around Memphis.” In 2015, when she was only 14, Evvie moved to New York to go on the road with her brother’s band, Gedeon Luke and The People, touring nationally and internationally.
On The Four: Battle for Stardom, with judges Sean “P. Diddy” Combs, DJ Khaled and Meghan Trainor, Evvie stunned the country with her otherworldly stage performance of “Proud Mary.” According to Evvie, “I went into beast mode,” she says laughingly. “I had sung that song since I was five years old, but I just let God use me that night. I really wanted to win, but I knew it would take more than just singing. I had so many emotions going, it was amazing. But I knew that God was going to make it happen.” P. Diddy also ended up producing her first single, “HowDo You Feel?” Pop star Meghan Trainor has co- written Evvie’s Motown Gospel debut single, “Bring The Whole Hood”, a joyful, giant shot of positivity and inclusivity with a soul/pop/gospel groove and the true story about Evvie’s loving family. Evvie truly wants to “Bring The Whole Hood” along with her on her exuberant journey...or as she sings, “when I make it, we make it.” Perfect timing. Perfect message.
—————————————————————-
About Princeton James Productions:
Princeton James Productions was launched to produce theatre, film and TV projects and host experiences to help build a viable creative economy in the Mid-South.
——————————————————————
About TN Mass Choir:
The Tennessee Mass Choir, Inc. (TMC) is a nonprofit organization that provides a diverse culture of service opportunities through music, cultural arts, and community partnerships. High-energy vocals performed by a powerfully gifted, versatile and spirited group of individuals, The Tennessee Mass Choir has been recognized as one of the finest, most respected and talented Mass Choirs in the entire country. Under the leadership of award winning, GRAMMY nominated music producer Jason Clark, this choir has shared the stage and/or recorded with notable artists such as Martina McBride, Al Green, Fred Hammond, Foreigner, John P. Kee, Jekalyn Carr, Kirby Lauren, St. Paul and The Broken Bones along with countless others.
🎶: https://overtonparkshell.org/eventpage/2026/9/13/90-years/thegathering
SPONSORS
Orion Financial
🎉 DECK PARTIES AVAILABLE 🎉
Want to experience the vibes and views like a VIP? Pick your favorite show, and throw a deck party!
🔗: https://overtonparkshell.org/sponsorship-opportunities
Know Before You Go:
Food Trucks: Smoke & Toast | Flipside Asia | Camelita’s Taquería | Chais Halal | La Antojeria | Mempops
Picnic baskets, coolers, beverages, blankets, and lawn chairs are always welcome. We also offer food and beverage for sale in the Autozone Food and Beverage Concourse. Dogs on a leash are welcome in designated areas. Overton Park Shell is a nonsmoking facility.
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1928 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN, United States
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