Industry movers pose for a group photo at Las’ Lap: Legacy Experience in Los Angeles, CA. L to R: Deborah Renteria, Mitchell Huckstepp, Whitney Gayle-Benta, Sherrese Clarke, Rodney Shealey, Lisa Bashi, Vincent Searcy, Lucinda Martinez
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Las’ Lap: Legacy Experience Celebrates Music, Artistry and Cultural Influence of R&B
Written by djfrosty on February 28, 2025
This article was created in partnership with HarbourView Equity Partners.
The lead-up to Hollywood’s biggest weekend was even more exciting this year with the addition of Las’ Lap: Legacy Experience. The celebration of R&B’s music, culture and influence, hosted by HarbourView Equity Partners and Adam Blackstone, brought together key players across the entertainment industry and showcased a remarkable lineup of performances.
Event co-host Adam Blackstone personally curated the artist lineup with excellence in mind. Blackstone is a Grammy-winning bassist, musical director and producer who has orchestrated numerous culturally significant live performances, with stages ranging from the Super Bowl Halftime Show to the Grammys. He and his band backed stunning performances by artists including Toni Braxton, SiR, Estelle, James Fauntleroy and Kenyon Dixon.
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“I couldn’t be more thrilled about this partnership with HarbourView for our Pre-Oscar celebration,” said Blackstone. “The Legacy Experience began several years ago and has since become a must-attend event in the industry. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of showcasing both emerging talent and legendary figures. And also we continue to always celebrate our wins, this past season being a GRAMMY WIN and an NAACP IMAGE AWARDS WIN. So partnering with HarbourView is the perfect alignment, as they are a company that truly supports and invests in creators & visionaries like myself.”
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In addition to industry movers and cultural tastemakers, the star-studded event welcomed Grammy-winning R&B artists Muni Long, Melanie Fiona, Jimmy Jam, and Eric Benét. With its emphasis on artistic excellence and cultural impact, Las’ Lap: Legacy Experience proved to be a defining moment in celebration and recognition of the creatives shaping the industry.
HarbourView Equity Partners is always looking toward the future of the industry. The investment firm, founded by Sherrese Clarke, focuses on opportunities to support premium content across entertainment, media and sports. Reflecting upon The Legacy Experience, Clarke shared: “At HarbourView, we are proud to support and uplift these incredible creatives, ensuring that their voices and influence continue to resonate for generations to come.”