It was definitely all about R&B music at the 2011 edition of the Soul Train Awards, and there were more performances than awards given!
Performers included The Time, Joe, Robin Thicke, Common, Marsha Ambrosius, Kenny Lattimore, Dave Hollister, Freddie Jackson, Gladys Knight, Mindless Behavior, Tamar Braxton, Chrisette Michele, Anthony Hamilton, BeBe Winans, Boney James, Mary Mary, Natalie Cole, Cee Lo Green, Melanie Fiona, Lloyd, Eric Benet and Joe. Plus, there was a Heavy D tribute featuring Doug E. Fresh, Goodie M.O.B., Naughty By Nature, Whodini, Big Daddy Kane and Kurtis Blow. Here’s a look at this year’s winners…
Best New Artist Award
Miguel
Album Of The Year Award
Chris Brown
Legend Award
Gladys Knight
Best R&B/Soul Artist – Female
Jill Scott
Ashford & Simpson Songwriter Of The Year Award
Marsha Ambrosius
Lifetime Achievement Award
Earth, Wind & Fire