“Perfect Angel: The Definitive Minnie Riperton Tribute” at the Hollywood Bowl | Sept. 24th, 2025
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF MINNIE RIPERTON’S LANDMARK ALBUM, “PERFECT ANGEL,” TO BE CELEBRATED AT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL SEPTEMBER 24TH
Perfect Angel: The Definitive Minnie Riperton Tribute, Will Feature Performances By Chante Moore, Alex Isley, Aloe Blacc, Lizz Wright, säje and Special Surprise Guests with Musical Direction by Brandon Coleman
Los Angeles, California. 2025 marks the 50th anniversary of the release of Minnie Riperton’s classic album Perfect Angel. At the time, Riperton was 27 years old and a veteran of the music industry. As a teenager, she sang background on sessions with Etta James and The Dells for the legendary record label Chess Records, but her brightest moment came with the release of Perfect Angel in 1975. The album is best known for the song “Lovin’ You,” which became a No. 1 Billboard hit and showcased Minnie’s inimitable five-and-a-half-octave vocal range.
Now, Minnie’s legacy is returning to the spotlight as an all-star gathering of soul and jazz artists reimagine classic songs from throughout her career in Perfect Angel: The Definitive Minnie Riperton Tribute, taking place at the Hollywood Bowl September 24th. Produced by Robin Burgess, the show will feature performances by Chanté Moore, Alex Isley, Aloe Blacc, säje, Lizz Wright and other surprise guests to be announced.
“Lovin’ You” became an iconic song of the 1970s. NPR stated that it is “in some ways bigger than Minnie Riperton, and…that’s unfortunate because it obscures the complexity and the depth of her catalog.” Produced by Stevie Wonder and Minnie’s husband, Richard Rudolph (Maya Rudolph’s father), Perfect Angel’s bright, soulful blend of breezy pop, rock, and soul is a showcase for her musical vision and the perfect entry point into a brilliant career.
“Minnie was my dear friend,” said Stevie Wonder, “She was an extraordinary, vibrant person with an extra-special voice. I was a big fan of hers before we met and it was my honor to produce the album with Minnie and her husband Richard. Minnie had a positive energy that radiated throughout these sessions and throughout the rest of her life. When Minnie lived, she lived.”
Perfect Angel: The Definitive Minnie Ripperton Tribute will be performed at the Hollywood Bowl Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 8PM. Tickets are available at hollywoodbowl.com or via phone order at 323-850-2000.
ABOUT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL
One of the largest natural amphitheaters in the world, with a seating capacity of nearly 18,000, the Hollywood Bowl has been the summer home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic since its official opening in 1922 and plays host to the finest artists from all genres of music. For over a century, the Bowl has been a Los Angeles County public park, operated in partnership with the LA Phil to welcome visitors from all over the world. It remains one of the best deals anywhere in Los Angeles; to this day, $1 buys a seat at the top of the Bowl for many classical and jazz performances. In February 2024, the Hollywood Bowl was awarded the Outdoor Concert Venue of the Year award at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards, an honor bestowed 16 previous times. For millions of music lovers across Southern California, the Hollywood Bowl is synonymous with summer. For more information visit hollywoodbowl.com.
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