June 10, 2025
Two queens of R&B and soul, Ledisi and Marsha Ambrosius, turned up the heat at the Louisville Palace on Tuesday night, delivering an unforgettable concert filled with passion, powerhouse vocals, and pure musical artistry. The historic venue pulsed with energy as fans gathered to witness a show that was both deeply emotional and undeniably electrifying.
Marsha Ambrosius: Sensual & Soul-Stirring
Opening the night was British songstress Marsha Ambrosius, who wasted no time drawing the crowd into her world. With her silky tone and lush harmonies, she floated through a set that blended neo-soul, jazz, and R&B with effortless grace. Highlights included fan favorites like “Say Yes” and “Butterflies,” her haunting rendition of the Michael Jackson classic she co-wrote.
But it was her new material — featured on her latest Dr. Dre-produced album Casablanco — that showed her growth as an artist and emotional storyteller. Between songs, Marsha connected with the audience through honest reflections on motherhood, healing, and love. The vulnerability in her voice added depth to every lyric, and her vocal acrobatics left the crowd in awe.
Ledisi: A Masterclass in Soul
When Ledisi took the stage, the energy shifted into a full-blown celebration. Backed by a tight live band and flawless background singers, she never looked back.
Ledisi’s voice — warm, agile, and explosive — carried the crowd through decades of hits and tributes. She paid homage to her Ledisi Sings Nina project with a fiery rendition of “Feeling Good,” then pivoted to fan favorites like “Pieces of Me,” “Higher Than This,” and “Anything for You.” Each song was delivered with dynamic stage presence and emotional weight that had the audience swaying, cheering, and occasionally in tears.
A standout moment came when she paused to thank Louisville for supporting soul music and Black women in artistry, leading into a powerhouse medley that included gospel-infused riffs and full audience participation. Her ability to move between genres — soul, jazz, gospel, R&B — all within one performance, is a testament to her rare talent.
A Night to Remember
Together, Ledisi and Marsha Ambrosius created a night of reflection, joy, and soulful excellence. Their chemistry, both on and off stage, celebrated sisterhood and the legacy of Black female artistry. Louisville showed up and showed out, giving the two stars the love and respect they so clearly deserved.
Whether you came for the ballads, the grooves, or the sheer vocal power, the show delivered it all — and then some.
Roscelle Griffin, a talented photographer from Johnson City, Tennessee, excelled as a women’s basketball player at the University of Louisville. Her passion for photography, ignited by her grandmother’s gift of a Polaroid camera, now drives her to capture moments that transport viewers into a world of boldness and excitement. Roscelle’s media company, 502 Media Now, specializes in sports videography and photography, showcasing the dynamic world of sports while also excelling in real estate, headshots, weddings, and events.
