“Simply The Best” – The Tribute to Tina Turner featuring Lafaye & Friends

Premiering on September 3, 2021 at Charleston Music Hall, Simply the Best – A Tribute to Tina Turner delivered an electrifying, full-throttle journey through the life, legacy, and unstoppable spirit of the Queen of Rock & Roll, Tina Turner.

The production opened at the roots—introducing audiences to young Tina in church—and then surged forward through the decades, tracing her rise from gospel beginnings to global superstardom. As the night unfolded, the audience was swept into a world of razor-sharp choreography, rapid-fire wardrobe and hair transformations, and hit after hit spanning the 1950s through the 1990s. Each era was brought vividly to life, honoring not just the music, but the evolution of a woman who redefined power, resilience, and performance.

Led by Atlanta-born powerhouse artist, Lafaye, the show pulsed with high-energy, sultry confidence and an eclectic, funky fusion that commanded attention from the very first beat. Her performances were bold, athletic, and emotionally charged—capturing the grit, glamour, and fire that defined Tina Turner’s career while infusing the stage with her own modern edge.

Musically, the tribute drew from a rich tapestry of influences that shaped and echoed Tina’s impact, including Whitney Houston, Al Green, Fantasia, Prince, James Brown, Nina Simone, Mali Music, and Erykah Badu. The result was a sound that felt both reverent and refreshingly contemporary—grounded in soul, fueled by funk, and bursting with rock-and-roll ferocity.

More than a concert, Simply the Best was an immersive experience. The artist’s commanding stage presence dissolved the distance between performer and audience, pulling everyone into the story and making them feel like part of every song, every stomp, every triumphant chorus.

From the opening note to the final bow, this was an over-the-top celebration of strength, survival, and star power—one that honored Tina Turner’s legacy while reminding us why her music, message, and magic continue to ignite stages and souls across generations. The show progressed and captivated the audience with sharp dance moves, flashy wardrobe & hair changes, and hits we all remember spanning from the 1950’s to the 90’s!