Jordin Sparks

Jordin Sparks Unveils Her Explosive New Single “Remember” Debuting #1 on the Apple Itunes R&B/Soul Chart – A Reimagination of Michael Jackson’s Classic Hit on August 16

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Jordin Sparks Unveils Her Explosive New Single “Remember” Debuting #1 on the Apple Itunes R&B/Soul Chart – A Reimagination of Michael Jackson’s Classic Hit on August 16

Multi-Platinum Recording Artist and 2x Grammy® nominee Jordin Sparks is set to drop her highly anticipated single, “Remember,” a thrilling reinterpretation of Michael Jackson’s iconic track. The electrifying new release hit the airwaves on August 16 and has already reached #1 on the Apple iTunes R&B/Soul chart. The single is distributed by Legacy Music Groups. 

Co-written by the legendary Michael Jackson, Teddy Riley, and Bernard Belle, “Remember” promises to be a powerful fusion of past and present. Jordin Sparks, who serves as the Executive Producer alongside Dana Thomas, Jovan J. Dawkins, and U Made Us What We Are, brings her unique flair and dynamic energy to this timeless classic.

“I’ve always been mesmerized by Michael Jackson’s music,” Sparks shares. “To blend his legendary sound with my own is a dream come true. This track has an irresistible groove – those 808’s will make you feel it deep in your bones and get you moving from the first beat! Thank you, Michael, for the incredible music.”

“Remember” is a highlight from Sparks’ forthcoming album, No Restrictions, slated for release on September 13, 2024. This announcement follows Sparks’ recent chart-topping collaboration with for KING + COUNTRY on the hit single “Love Me Like I Am,” which earned multiple nominations including Dove, Billboard, and Grammy®.

“Just in case you didn’t ‘Remember’ or forgot, Jordin Sparks has no problem reminding you why her vocals are one of the best ever to bless a mic,” said DJ Romeo of 93.5 KDAY-FM Los Angeles morning show host. “Let’s all embrace the new single “Remember.” 

On August 26, 2024, Jordin Sparks embarks on her “No Restrictions Live & Intimate” tour, bringing her electrifying new music to fans across the country.

About Jordin Sparks: Jordin Sparks, a 2x Grammy® nominated powerhouse, catapulted to fame as the youngest winner of season six of American Idol. With over 10 million digital tracks sold in the U.S., Sparks is a force to be reckoned with. Her songwriting prowess shines through with hits like Ariana Grande’s “The Way,” earning her a B.M.I. songwriting award.

She has shared the stage with icons such as Britney Spears, Alicia Keys, and the Jonas Brothers, and has headlined her own tours. Her accolades include two B.E.T. Awards, an American Music Award, a People’s Choice Award, and multiple Grammy® nominations.

In 2020, Sparks released Sounds Like Me and her debut Christmas album Cider & Hennessy. Last year, she earned a Dove, Billboard, and her second Grammy® nomination for the #1 single “Love Me Like I Am,” and released additional hits including “Call My Name” and “Candy Cane Lane.”

Sparks is also a prominent television host and social media influencer, appearing on The TODAY Show, Good Morning America, The View, and more.

For the latest updates and to learn more about Jordin Sparks, visit JordinSparks.com.

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Goodwill Industries Launches “New Lives” Campaign with Jordin Sparks at Brooklyn Event

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Goodwill Industries International (GII) has announced the latest iteration of its “New Lives” campaign, designed to educate donors, funders, job seekers, and the public about its role as the leading nonprofit provider of job training and placement services in North America.

The campaign kicked off with a live event on July 10 at the Goodwill NYNJ Store & Donation Center in Brooklyn. Grammy-nominated artist Jordin Sparks headlined the event with a live performance and hosted discussions with individuals whose lives have been positively transformed by Goodwill’s programs. The event was live-streamed by Jordin Sparks (@jordinsparks), Goodwill Industries International (@goodwillintl), and Goodwill Industries of Greater New York and Northern New Jersey (@goodwillnynj).

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“Goodwill not only changed my life but saved my life,” said Anthony Martinez, a justice-impacted individual who received career services from Goodwill of Colorado. “They have put so many resources in front of me, put me through so many different classes, and continue to offer different coaching and executive training to help my career.”

The “New Lives” campaign features new print advertisements showcasing inspirational stories from diverse individuals who have benefited from Goodwill’s services. These stories are paired with real donations from Goodwill stores across the country that made such transformations possible. The campaign’s new television spot, “Last Day – First Day,” illustrates the cycle of a donation, showing how everyday items fund workforce development programs that help transform lives in local communities.

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“We want our customers to understand that the Goodwill down the street from them is not just a convenient place to donate things they no longer use,” said Onney Crawley, chief marketing officer of Goodwill Industries International. “Rather, donations that are sold at Goodwill stores help fund life-changing career training and placement programs for people who have faced unthinkable hardships and just want a fair shot.”

Last year alone, Goodwill helped more than 1.7 million people through various services, including career navigation, digital and trade skills, reentry programs, adult education, and on-the-job training. Goodwill launched the “New Lives” campaign to a positive reception. Among donors who viewed the campaign, 77% expressed increased interest in donating their goods to Goodwill, while 69% showed more interest in shopping at Goodwill stores. Among thrifters, 76% were more interested in shopping at Goodwill stores, and 78% were more interested in donating their goods.

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Brian Kennedy, a four-time Grammy award-winning music producer and founder of Hits to Healing, created the score for the “Last Day, First Day” ad. Kennedy aimed to convey the energy of a life changed through his composition, contributing to the ad’s emotional impact.

The campaign also includes a new online storytelling hub featuring feature-length profiles of individuals who have found more promising futures through Goodwill programs. The 36 individuals highlighted come from cities across the U.S., including Columbus, OH; Buffalo, NY; San Francisco, CA; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; and Savannah, GA.

To learn more about the “New Lives” campaign, visit Goodwill’s website.

Watch the full stream of the live event on Goodwill Industries International, Inc.’s YouTube page below.

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Jordin Sparks Announces New Single & Video “Call My Name” for October 13th

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Jordin Sparks Announces New Single & Video "Call My Name" for October 13th

Grammy® nominated, Multi-Platinum Recording Artist and critically acclaimed singer/songwriter Jordin Sparks will be releasing her next single, a soulful new song, “Call My Name”, on Cozy Touring/Legacy Music. The new track and accompanying music video are set to be released on October 13. The song was written by Sparks along with Dwayne Abernathy, Mathew Jarragin, Nicholas Stone, Matisse Pasillas and Cole Fredrick.

“I loved the old school R&B vibe of this record,” said Sparks. “I’m so excited for my fans to hear it!”

“Call My Name’,” comes on the heels of Sparks #1 hit with, for KING + COUNTRY,“ titled, “Love Me Like I Am,” which just gained a DOVE nomination. Her next album is produced by Dem Jointz, set for release in 2024.

ABOUT JORDIN SPARKS 
Jordin Sparks is a Grammy® nominated, mulf-plafnum singer/songwriter and actress who, in one of the show’s highest-rated seasons, garnered worldwide attention as the winner of season six American Idol. Cumulatively, Sparks’ popular singles have sold over 10 million digital tracks in the U.S. Sparks is also a gifted songwriter. Arianna Grande’s smash single, “The Way,” was co- written by Sparks and earned her a B.M.I. songwriting award. She has toured with superstars Britney Spears, Alicia Keys, The Jonas Brothers, New Kids on The Block, and the Backstreet Boys and headlined her own tour.

Sparks has garnered two B.E.T. Awards, one American Music Award, and one People’s Choice Award, and has been nominated for two MTV Awards and a Grammy®. She made her Broadway debut starring in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Broadway smash, In the Heights, and made her film debut playing the lead role in the SONY Pictures film Sparkle, opposite the legendary Whitney Houston. Jordin’s positive body image, message, and success have impacted people worldwide. She considers philanthropy an integral part of her life and was recently profiled by CNN Heroes and Dress for Success for her charity work.

Jordin has since returned to the Broadway stage as the lead in the TONY® award winning WAITRESS with music by Sara Bareilles, to critical acclaim, and Executive-Produced and starred in Hallmark’s, A Christmas Treasure. She is a sought aier successful social media influencer due to her impressive social media following. She has also successfully transitioned into network broadcasting hosting/co-hosting on some of television’s most iconic programs, such as N.B.C.’s TODAY Show, A.B.C.’s Good Morning America, A.B.C.’s The View, C.B.S.’ The Talk, PBS’ Great Performances (with John Lithgow), amongst others.
Sparks released two previous albums in 2020. “Sounds Like Me,” and her first-ever Christmas album, “Cider & Hennessy.” Sparks just served as in-stadium host at the Super Bowl and has new music coming out in 2023 on the heels of a #1 single with for King & Country, for which she just received a DOVE award nomination. She just released new music on the Gala music planorm and is currently finalizing her new album with famed producer Dem Jointz set for release next year.

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Fat Joe, Shaq, Jordin Sparks Announced as Performers During Big 12 Conference Championship

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The Phillips 66 Big 12 Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships will feature a number of entertainment and fan experience improvements, according to the Big 12. These upgrades are the most recent in a string of entertainment alliances and partnerships that the Big 12 has carried out as it continues to position itself at the nexus of sport and culture.

The Grammy-nominated hip-hop legend Fat Joe will play a special VIP-only set on Friday, March 10th, after the day’s games are over. In addition, on March 11 at 10:00 p.m., NBA icon and media personality Shaquille O’Neal will play a one-hour DJ set at Mosaic in the Power & Light District following the games on Saturday. Entry to Shaq’s performance is available here.

“As we continue to elevate the Big 12 brand, we are thrilled to introduce a series of enhancements that will make the fan experience at our basketball championships second to none,” said Commissioner Brett Yormark. “The Big 12 Conference is a basketball powerhouse – as we thread the fabric connecting sports and culture, the Conference will continue to offer an array of off-court entertainment features, as well. I’m grateful to each of our partners, and I look forward to watching our incredible student-athletes perform on Big 12 Basketball’s biggest stage in Kansas City.”

For this year’s Basketball Championships, the Big 12 Conference and A Bathing Ape (BAPE) will strengthen their relationship. The Conference and BAPE will work together to create a limited-edition Big 12 x BAPE t-shirt that has the logos of each institution encircling the BAPE emblem. Around Municipal Auditorium and T-Mobile Center, videoboards and signs will also display the renowned BAPE camouflage marks. Previously, the Big 12 and BAPE collaborated for the 2022 Football Championship, designing a BAPE-themed camouflage Big 12 logo and installing it on endzone pylons, officials’ uniforms, and each 25-yard line.

Renowned performers will play the National Anthem at both the Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championship Games, with emerging talent Lanie Gardner playing at the Women’s Championship Game and Grammy Award-nominated artist Jordin Sparks playing at the Men’s Championship Game.

During the Women’s Basketball Championship, the Conference will collaborate with the NWSL squad from Kansas City, the KC Current. The KC Current Blue Crew, the club’s official fan club, will attend each of the women’s tournament games as a result of this partnership. A KC Current “takeover” will also be present for the semifinal games of the Women’s Basketball Championships on Saturday, March 11.

You can learn more about the Big 12 Conference Championships here.

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Jordin Sparks Suggests Chris Brown & Rihanna Beef Caused “No Air” Grammys Snub: Watch

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It’s been 15 years since Jordin Sparks and Chris Brown came together to make magic on “No Air.“ To this day, though, the American Idol alum continues to defend her friend. In the past, she’s shut down those who continue to bring up the father of three’s prior allegations of abuse – even though they may have cost her a Grammy.

Earlier this month, the “One Step At A Time” hitmaker appeared on Cut’s “Truth or Drink” video series. During the interview, the host couldn’t help but go back in time to the 2009 award ceremony. At the time, Breezy was arrested due to an altercation with his then-girlfriend, Rihanna.

Singers Jordin Sparks and Chris Brown in the audience during the 2007 American Music Awards held at the Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE on November 18, 2007 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/AMA/Getty Images for AMA)

According to Sparks, she found out about the incident “like everybody else [did].” As she recalls, label publicists approached her on the red carpet, telling the singer, “You know nothing.”

At the time, she had no idea about what happened, just that “No Air” was up for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals at the Grammys. Under normal circumstances, the night would’ve been a dream come true. However, it obviously took a turn for the worse after Breezy’s arrest.

Sparks says she found out the truth during the ceremony. At first, she was confident that they “had a really good chance of winning.” Ultimately, though, it was Robert Plant and Alison Krauss’ work on “Gone Gone Gone (Done Moved On)” that took the trophy.

“I couldn’t believe it,” the 33-year-old told Cut. “A lot of stuff that happened after that was not me. I think a lot of the powers that had a hand in, like… [I] didn’t know the ins and outs of the industry,” she further explained.

Reliving what could’ve been with “No Air” is never easy. Luckily, the interview also found Sparks happily discussing her solo music and her relationship. “Have you ever done the nasty while listening to your own music?” the host asked her.

From off-camera, her husband, Dana Isaiah quickly answers for her, “Yes.” As his wife laughs, she jokes, “I don’t even get to take a shot, damn it!” Afterward, she says the track of choice for the bedroom is “Silhouette” from her Right Here Right Now album.

Check out Jordin Sparks’ full “Truth or Drink” episode below, and check back later for more music news updates.

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