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Join us for Humphreys Gospel Brunch, a Sunday tradition in San Diego that blends gospel with a bluesy beat. Headlined by Earl Thomas and The Gospel Ambassadors featuring Sister Leola, with Whitney Shay guesting on select dates, this show delivers soulful vocals, tight harmonies, and a warm, church-meets-club atmosphere. Doors and show times vary by date, with a brunch service that pairs great music with delicious fare.
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About the performer lineup: Earl Thomas, renowned for his gospel-blues blend described as "gospel with a bluesy beat," leads The Gospel Ambassadors with core vocal partner Sister Leola. The collaboration brings deep gospel roots together with soulful blues guitar, creating a sound that resonates with fans of both genres. In select Humphreys Gospel Brunch dates, Whitney Shay joins for special performances, adding her San Diego-based soul and blues flair to the mix.
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Biographical highlights: Earl Thomas is a multiple San Diego Music Award-winner with a long career spanning from the 1990s through 2023, with notable releases such as Church Songs (2023) and Cold Ghetto (2022). His work has earned Grammy nomination recognition and wide acclaim for live performances. Whitney Shay, a San Diego blues-soul artist with multiple San Diego Music Awards, released Stand Up! (Ruf Records, 2020), which topped the Billboard Blues Albums Chart. Sister Leola is a core vocal partner within The Gospel Ambassadors, bringing rich harmonies and decades of gospel experience. Whitney Shay’s catalog also includes Soul Tonic (2012) and A Woman Rules The World (2018).
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Upcoming tour info: The Humphreys Gospel Brunch runs through 2025–2026 with Sunday brunch performances in San Diego; doors and start times vary by date. Notable international dates include Earl Thomas & The Gospel Ambassadors with Sister Leola in the U.K. (Live Room, Bradford on Apr 11, 2025; The Met, Derby Hall, Bury on Apr 12, 2025). Whitney Shay appears on select Humphreys dates in San Diego, bringing her stand-out blues-soul style to the brunch format. For the most current lineups per date, check the venue and artist pages as schedules can shift.
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Social links and official pages: Keep up with Earl Thomas, Sister Leola, and Whitney Shay on their official sites and social media for the latest tour news and releases. Earl Thomas on Wikipedia | American Blues Scene feature on Earl Thomas | Live Room Bradford show page | Whitney Shay official site | Whitney Shay on Wikipedia
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About the performer lineup: Earl Thomas, renowned for his gospel-blues blend described as "gospel with a bluesy beat," leads The Gospel Ambassadors with core vocal partner Sister Leola. The collaboration brings deep gospel roots together with soulful blues guitar, creating a sound that resonates with fans of both genres. In select Humphreys Gospel Brunch dates, Whitney Shay joins for special performances, adding her San Diego-based soul and blues flair to the mix.
Biographical highlights: Earl Thomas is a multiple San Diego Music Award-winner with a long career spanning from the 1990s through 2023, with notable releases such as Church Songs (2023) and Cold Ghetto (2022). His work has earned Grammy nomination recognition and wide acclaim for live performances. Whitney Shay, a San Diego blues-soul artist with multiple San Diego Music Awards, released Stand Up! (Ruf Records, 2020), which topped the Billboard Blues Albums Chart. Sister Leola is a core vocal partner within The Gospel Ambassadors, bringing rich harmonies and decades of gospel experience. Whitney Shay’s catalog also includes Soul Tonic (2012) and A Woman Rules The World (2018).
Upcoming tour info: The Humphreys Gospel Brunch runs through 2025–2026 with Sunday brunch performances in San Diego; doors and start times vary by date. Notable international dates include Earl Thomas & The Gospel Ambassadors with Sister Leola in the U.K. (Live Room, Bradford on Apr 11, 2025; The Met, Derby Hall, Bury on Apr 12, 2025). Whitney Shay appears on select Humphreys dates in San Diego, bringing her stand-out blues-soul style to the brunch format. For the most current lineups per date, check the venue and artist pages as schedules can shift.
Social links and official pages: Keep up with Earl Thomas, Sister Leola, and Whitney Shay on their official sites and social media for the latest tour news and releases. Earl Thomas on Wikipedia | American Blues Scene feature on Earl Thomas | Live Room Bradford show page | Whitney Shay official site | Whitney Shay on Wikipedia
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