Janelle Monae is one of my favorite singers, so when Samsung gave free tickets to owners of their phones for an exclusive concert by her...I jumped at the chance. The concert took place at Best Buy Theater in NYC and was amazing. Ms. Monae is quite the performer with tons of energy...to the delight of her devoted fans. Her style is both electric and eclectic, clearly influenced by Prince, James Brown, Michael Jackson and others. It all shines through onstage.

Afterwards, I had the opportunity to attend a "Meet and Greet" with Ms. Monae. As I approached her for a photo, she complimented my dreadlocs, to my delight. She thanked me coming and I returned the sentiment. TERRIFIC night. If you get the chance to see her live...GO. 

Janelle Monae in concert at Best Buy Theater, hosted by Samsung Janelle Monae in concert at Best Buy Theater, hosted by Samsung

Janelle Monae in concert at Best Buy Theater, hosted by Samsung

Janelle Monae in concert at Best Buy Theater, hosted by Samsung

Janelle Monae in concert at Best Buy Theater, hosted by Samsung Janelle Monae in concert at Best Buy Theater, hosted by Samsung Janelle Monae in concert at Best Buy Theater, hosted by Samsung Janelle Monae in concert at Best Buy Theater, hosted by Samsung Janelle Monae in concert at Best Buy Theater, hosted by Samsung