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January 2025

[19] Stevie to perform at the FireAid benefit concert
Stevie will join a long list of artists performing at a fundraising concert for LA firefighters on 30th January. The event takes place at both the Intuit Dome and The Forum. The event will be available to stream on Apple Music and the Apple TV app, Max, iHeartRadio, KTLA+, Netflix/Tudom, Paramount+, Prime Video and the Amazon Music channel.

[15] Stevie at CES
Stevie makes his annual pilgramge to the Consumer Electronics Show CES held the Las Vegas Convention Center to check out the latest in tech.

November 2024

[26] 25th House Full of Toys Benefit Concert
Stevie will bring the critically acclaimed performance, “Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation’s Broken Heart” to Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Saturday, December 14th, in celebration of the 25th House Full of Toys benefit concert.
House Full of Toys will benefit children, people with disabilities, and families in need. Concertgoers are asked to bring an unwrapped toy or gift of joy.

[07] Stevie's Definitive Collection Vinyl Release
Stevie's greatest hits are to be celebrated in a new vinyl release called The Definitive Collection. The package includes two yellow vinyls, rare photos, braille embossing, full credits, and an essay.

[04] Stevie Pays Tribute to Quincy Jones
Statement by Stevie Wonder from his Facebook page:
First, it was a scare a few months ago. But then it really happened… Q is gone. Of course, my heart is hurting. I’ve known Quincy Jones for most of my life. Not that I saw him everyday, but his presence from the moment I met him at 14 years old, when I came down the stairs at the Apollo Theater in New York, has always been with me. So, I celebrate all that he’s done in his life for not only me, but for all of us musicians, artists, producers and arrangers.
He’s done it all. He’s done it with and for the greatest. And yet, we’re lonely here without him. God Bless Quincy.
God Bless all of the angels in heaven that will be creating incredible music in the spirit of love because that is truly what makes the world go round. Rest in peace, Quincy. I love you with all my heart, but you know that. “As”... Quincy, I’ll be loving you always!

October 2024

[23] Stevie greets private Motown Museum reception
Stevie greets private Motown Museum reception as he arrived yesterday for his concert at Little Caesars Arena.
In a private reception just before his Detroit concert Tuesday, Stevie elaborated on the motivations for his tour of election swing states.

[23] Stevie has Joined the #SpeakYourVote Movement
Stevie has joined the #SpeakYourVote movement to help encourage Gen Z and millennials to get to the ballot box!
The #OpenVerseChallenge is an innovative way for artists of all backgrounds and generations to get involved. Using TikTok’s “Duet” feature and/or the “Remix” feature on Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts, participants can record their own verse, inspired by Stevie Wonder’s call to action. These short, creative clips allow users to express what voting means to them and encourage their followers to engage in the democratic process.

[21] Stevie Assists Kamala in 'Souls to the Polls' Drive
Kamala Harris called Black churchgoers to vote her into office and got a big assist from music legend Stevie Wonder. Stevie led the crowd in singing his version of Happy Birthday to the vice president, who turned 60 on Sunday. When he was done, she appeared to choke up, saying, 'I love you so much'. Stevie grinned and said 'don't cry' before telling the crowd at Divine Faith Ministries International in Jonesboro, Georgia, how important it was to vote.
"We're going to make the difference between yesterday and tomorrow." he said. Then rallied congregants with a rendition of Bob Marley's Redemption Song.
Harris later said that she 'had to check off a whole big one' on her bucket list because of Wonder singing her a birthday song, which prompted Stevie to spring up and lead the congregation in a quick verse of Higher Ground.

[17] Stevie at memorial service of Ethel Kennedy
Yesterday, (Oct 16) Stevie attended and performed at the memorial service of Ethel Kennedy, wife of assassinated politician Robert F Kennedy. She died on October 10th.
Eulogies were given by President Joe Biden, former presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. In attendance were California Governor Gavin Newsom, politician John Kerry, Martin Luther King III, Kenny Chesney, and Sting.

[16] The Obamas join Stevie on Baltimore stage
Barack Obama, the nation's 44th president, and former First Lady Michelle Obama, joined Stevie on stage during his tour stop Tuesday at CFG Bank Arena in Baltimore.
Stevie is in the middle of his 10-city "Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation's Broken Heart" tour before election day, encouraging people to vote.

[02] Stevie Meets with LA's Mayor, Karen Bass
Stevie met with Karen Bass and some of her staff, speaking of the problems of homelessness and discord in the nation. He also mentions that he is now closer to the release of the album Through the Eyes of Wonder

September 2024
[26] Stevie made an appearance at Usher's Intuit Dome show
Usher closed out his sold-out four-night stint at Los Angeles’ new Intuit Dome by serenading the crowd with his greatest hits and bringing out music legend Stevie Wonder.
The night’s biggest ovation came when he brought out Stevie to pay homage. Usher sat kneeling next to his idol as the singer and activist also used the occasion to urge people to get out the vote, noting his own upcoming tour and new single were designed to promote healing and unity.
“You are the ones to hold the key,” Wonder told the audience. “My vision has always been to see this be a united people of these United States.” Usher then joined Wonder as he sang “Ribbon in the Sky,” along with the entire audience — he also sang “Overjoyed,” which aptly described the reaction of the crowd to Wonder’s presence.

[20] Stevie Announces US Tour: Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation’s Broken Heart
Ahead of the US presidential election in November, Stevie will play 10 shows beginning October 8 in Pittsburgh and a final show in Chicago, IL on November 02. Stevie wants to bring the country back together.
As Stevie says, the tour is a call for ‘joy over anger, kindness over recrimination, peace over war.'
Tour dates here
Tickets available from September 20th Tickets

[20] Stevie Vocal and Harmonica Guest Appearance on MC Lyte Track
Stevie's latest guest appearance is on the song Change Your Ways by rapper MC Lyte, on her album 1 of 1 released Sept 20th.

[13] The Wonder of Stevie Podcast
A new podcast about Stevie Wonder’s impact features a heartfelt chat between the music legend and none other than Barack Obama.
Hosted by journalist Wesley Morris, The Wonder of Stevie dives into Wonder’s fabled career, and focuses especially on the five-year stretch during which Stevie achieved unprecedented success marked by five hit albums and 13 Grammy awards.
Featured guests include President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama, Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson and celebrated musicians Smokey Robinson, Dionne Warwick, King Britt, Babyface, Bob Margouleff, Jimmy Jam, Ray Parker Jr., Janelle Monáe, Mereba, Yolanda Adams, Greg Phillinganes and Deniece Williams.
All episodes are available on Audible.

August 2024

[30] Stevie Drops New Anthem for Unity
Stevie's has called for a path to move forward through collective healing with his new song, Can We Fix Our Nation’s Broken Heart.
Over acoustic guitar and steady percussion, Wonder makes a case for mutual understanding and empathy. Insisting that there’s “light in everyone,” he requests us all to come together for the sake of future generations.
The new release comes one week after Stevie urged the crowd at the 2024 Democratic National Convention to choose “joy over anger” while introducing his performance of “Higher Ground.”

[28] Stevie at Gardena Jazz Festival
Stevie made a surprise appearance, August 25th at the Gardena Jazz festival in California, joining Take 6 on Loves in Need of Love Today.

[22] Stevie Speaks and Performs at the DNC
At last night's (21st Aug) Democratic National Convention, Stevie was on the schedule to perform, but also took to the podium to energize the crowd and preach a message of peace.
"We must choose courage over complacency. It is time to get up and go vote. Even though our hearts have been beaten and broken, beyond prayer I know the importance of action. And now is the time to understand where we are and what it will take to win."
After his speech he performed a rousing rendition of his 1973 hit Higher Ground

[03] Stevie attends the funeral of Abdul Duke Fakir of the Four Tops
Stevie’s appearance was a high point of a ceremony that was moving but more celebratory than solemn. He sang a part of an unfinished song he’s been writing for the Four Tops for decades as well as a bit of the group’s “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)” and of “Loving You is Sweeter Than Ever,” which he co-wrote for the group in 1966. He closed with a full, emotional rendition of his own “If It’s Magic,” accompanied only by a harpist that he segued into The Lord’s Prayer.

[02] Stevie attends the funeral of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee
Vice President Kamala Harris, President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, former Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Stevie were among the luminaries who came to Houston on Thursday Aug 1st for the funeral of the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee.

July 2024

[26] Stevie Harmonica Guest Appearance on Jermaine Paul Track
Stevie's latest guest appearance is on the song Red White and Blues by Jermaine Paul 2012 The Voice (US) winner.

[24] Nothing is impossible, Stevie tells graduates, if you want it for good purposes
Stevie was at the Miriam A. Friedberg Concert Hall on Wednesday afternoon as the recipient of the George Peabody Medal, the highest honor by the institute at the Johns Hopkins University, for his “outstanding contributions” to music. He was described as a living legend whose lyrics and activism helped “advance civil rights in America and racial justice around the world.” He also received an honorary doctorate at the University.
On Piano Stevie played an intro of The Secret Life of Plants before soulful renditions of You Are the Sunshine of My Life and I Just Called to Say I Love You.

May 2024

[17] Stevie honoured with the Bridge Builder Award by the Diaspora African Forum (DAF)
The presentation took place at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, Ghana during a dinner party organised by Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) in honour of Stevie’s 74th birthday.
The Bridge Builders Award is an honorary award that recognises key personalities and individuals who have contributed one way or another in bridging the gap between Africa and the African Diaspora.

[14] Stevie is now officially a Ghanaian citizen
Stevie visited Ghana on his birthday, May 13th, where in a heartwarming ceremony held at the Jubilee House, he took the Oath of Allegiance and received his Certificate of Citizenship and passport from President Akufo-Addo, marking a significant moment in his life.

[06] Lincoln University - Doctor of Humane Letters
On May 5th Lincoln University celebrated it's 2024 commencement ceremony, bestowing an honorary doctorate to creative genius to Stevie. In his acceptance speech Stevie mentions his next project 'Through the Eyes of Wonder' which he hinted would be heard very soon.

April 2024
[04] Stevie Presents Beyoncé with the Innovator Award at the iHeartRadio Music Awards Show
Stevie presented Beyoncé with the Innovator Award at the iHeartRadio Music Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Tuesday.
Beyoncé started her acceptance speech by thanking him, saying: “Thank you so much, Stevie, I love you. I love you and I honour you. I want to thank you for making a way for all of us. I’m honoured to receive this recognition from you, Stevie Wonder. Whenever anyone asks me if there’s anyone I can listen to for the rest of my life, it’s always you. So thank you, God bless you.”
Stevie responded: “I want to thank you for motivating the world to be a better place,” before Beyoncé went on to add: “And thank you for playing the harmonica on ‘Jolene’.”

March 2024
[29] Stevie plays Harmonica on Beyoncé's Album, Cowboy Carter
Stevie adds his harmonica to the track Jolene on Beyoncé's latest album.

[27] Stevie at Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony to honour Motown singer Martha Reeves
Also present were Smokey Robinson and Motown Records founder Berry Gordy.
Stevie in his speech said, "Motown really forced the haters of the nation to stop, pause and think about love again – we are now again at this time we need to have that to happen. Music has always been the very thing that has brought people together, more than anything, and it’s a way of expression that you hear and you feel the vibrations and those vibrations turn into how and what you feel. And so I think that as much there have been so many things that have been written about, but at this time most importantly I think we have to have more love in it. We have a time where people have fallen too much in love with things, like social media and different platforms, things that raise our children, where I think we need to have as parents take more time to raise our children and not things, different opinions or conspiracy theories determine how our children think.”
He concluded by paying tribute to Gordy, “at the end of the day, the history and the greatness of Berry Gordy (will live on for) centuries and centuries into the future”.

[22] Stevie featured on Gary Clark's New album
Stevie sent a demo tape of a song he was working on to Gary Clark Jr. who completed the lyrics resulting in the track, What About the Children. Stevie assisted by singing and playing keyboards on the track.

February 2024
[11] Stevie Performs at Dexter Scott King's Funeral
Stevie joined mourners at the Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta Saturday (10th Feb) for the candlelight memorial service honoring Dexter Scott King, the youngest son of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Coretta Scott King, who died Jan. 30, 2024 at age 62 after a battle with cancer. He closed off the ceremony with They Won't Go When I Go from his 1974 album Fulfillingness' First Finale and Richard Smallwood's Total Praise
Stevie has a long relationship with the King family, meeting Dr. King at age 14 and was just 17 when he flew to Atlanta for King’s funeral in April, 1968. He also appeared at Coretta Scott King’s funeral in Lithonia, Ga. in 2006.
He was a leading advocate in the campaign to make Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday a national holiday and penned “Happy Birthday” in MLK’s honor in 1980. In recent times, Wonder has used the social media hashtag #DreamStillLives to honor the memory of King.

[07] Stevie attends Bob Marley: One Love Premiere
On Tuesday (Feb 6th) Stevie attended the premiere for a movie honoring another one of his late friends, Bob Marley, who he performed with several times in his career. One of those performances occurred in Marley's home country of Jamaica during the Wonder Dream Concert in October 1975. He said, "The night before, I was in L.A. and I recorded the vocals of Loves in Need of Love Today. And, obviously, I was excited to celebrate music with Bob Marley, and it was just a wonderful, wonderful moment. When I think of moments in life, I think of that concert. I think of performing with him."

[05] Tony Bennett tribute at the Grammy Awards
Stevie kicked off the ceremony's In Memoriam segment by paying tribute to his friend - who died in July 2023 at the age of 96 - before playing piano and singing 'For Once in My Life' along with a clip of the late entertainer, which played on the screen behind him.
Stevie said: "I remember hearing Tony Bennett singing 'For Once in My Life' when I was like 13 or 14 years old. But what's amazing is I was able to actually sing the song with someone that I admired for so long, not just because of his voice, which was incredible, but because of his art, his love for art, his love for peace, his love for unity, his love for civil rights."
Stevie then performed another of Tony's songs, 'The Best Is Yet to Come' whilst images of other music industry icons, lost in 2023, appeared on the big screen.

[04] Stevie close the all-star Clive Davis pre-Grammy Gala on Saturday night
He was joined by Gladys Knight, Dionne Warwick, Andra Day, Keyshia Cole and Frederic Yonnet for performances of “That’s What Friends Are For” and “What the World Needs Now Is Love,” cutting off the latter song to tell the audience — which included Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks and Cher — that "Music is love. Let us use the gift of love that we’ve been given by the Almighty to make a difference in the world. I’ve been blessed to be alive, but I’ve been blessed to see everyone — not seeing you physically — but seeing you spiritually. And what breaks my heart is to know that we’re still talking about the same thing that I heard you talking about when I was a little boy. What breaks my heart is that people talk about it … but are not about it,” Wonder said at the gala that ended early Sunday morning. “We write about it, we sing about it, the musicians play about it, we pray about it, but what we need to do is do about it. So I beg of you, those of you who can see what we’re doing to this planet, those of you that can see the anger in people’s faces, those of you that can hear the anger and the confusion that is on social media, those of you that feel that you have to follow those broken hearts, we as artists have to mend those hearts with love. We can stop and put an end and ask for all the nations of the world to have a truce and stop the fighting and begin to love. It’s not impossible.”
While he spoke, Knight sang softly and nodded her head in agreement. Warwick chimed in with closing words: “What Stevie has just given to you, please take that to heart. Take it home and share it.”

[02] Stevie Presents Mariah Carey with the Global Impact Award at Thursday night's Grammy Black Music Collective Awards
He took the stage to pay tribute to Mariah Carey in word and song saying, “Every time we meet and talk, it’s like having a brand new day. I thank you for your friendship, your heart and the consistent spirit of love that you show … and I’m just going to say this …” That’s when Wonder segued into the choruses of two of his songs: “Knocks Me Off My Feet” and “All I Do” and ad libbing at the end, “you are my hero.”
Mariah thanked Stevie: “I will never not get excited to be in the company of your greatness!”

January 2024
[14] Stevie attends funeral of Keisha Nash
The Funeral for actress, model and producer Keisha Nash, ex-wife of actor Forest Whitaker, was held yesterday in LA. Stevie sang and played keyboards. He performed Steve Green's The Lord’s Prayer, Donny Hathaway's Someday We'll All Be Free and his own song, As.