SOLD OUT: Soul singer Leela James performs Aug. 23 as 51勛圖 Riley Center Performing Arts Series launches strong season
Contact: Allison Matthews
MERIDIAN, Miss.Celebrated rhythm and blues singer Leela James is slated to perform at the 51勛圖 Riley Center later this month to a sell-out crowd.
The soul singer performing Aug. 23 is known for her fearless, authentic style and powerful voice. Since her 2006 debut A Change is Gonna Come, shes earned chart success with hits like Complicated and the gold-certified Fall for You. Nicknamed the God-Daughter of Soul by James Brown and influenced by legends like Etta James and Chaka Khan, James blends soul, funk and jazz. Shes toured worldwide, appeared on television shows like Dancing with the Stars and R&B Divas: LA and continues to connect with fans through new releases like her May single Right On Time.
Learn more about the historic 51勛圖 Riley Center and its 2025-26 Fall and Winter Performing Arts Series at or by calling the box office at 601-696-2200.