Charlie Wilson brings new school, old school to Philips Arena in the A

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Charlie Wilson blows a kiss to the audience at Philips Arena. (Akili-Casundria Ramsess/Special to the AJC)
Whenever and wherever he performs, Charlie Wilson is sure to remind the crowd that he’s a bad man. Maybe he’s referring to the energy he sustains on stage at age 62. Or maybe, Wilson, former lead singer of The Gap Band, is talking about his more than three decades as an artist.













It was clear, after a Saturday night performance at Philips Arena, that his claim has taken on yet another possible meaning.
“I’m a bad man,” he said, “I done sold out Philips Arena.”

Yes, Uncle Charlie. You did.
Wilson is no stranger to Atlanta (he regularly performs at Chastain Park Amphitheatre), and after so many years, he knows his audience. With an assist from tour mates Joe and Kem, he kept fans engaged for more than three hours.
He proved as much a conductor as a performer, leading the crowd with his rich tenor, wherever he wanted them to go.
While he got the arena moving with Gap Band hits like “Party Train,” “Yearning For Your Love,” and the show closing “Outstanding,” he also offered up a taste of the new.
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Gap Band co-founder Charlie Wilson kicks off his Forever Charlie Tour set with his classic hit, Party Train, at the Philips Arena. Special guests Joe and Kem opened for Wilson. 
His latest studio album “Forever Charlie,” was released Jan. 27 and fans were treated to new songs including “Birthday Dress,” “Touched by an Angel,” and “Goodnight Kisses.”
Wilson kept it tight, only veering from performing to encourage fans to follow him on social media and buy his new album and upcoming memoir.
As always, he shared the story of his rise and fall and subsequent rise — two decades ago Wilson was addicted to drugs and alcohol. The story was the ending to his gospel infused interlude that has become a favorite for longtime fans.
If there is any confusion about the key to his longevity, Wilson signed off with a declarative statement.
“I am old school and I am new school,” he said waving to the crowd.
Yes, Uncle Charlie, you are.

Check our Uncle Charlie Wilson brought a big fan, country singer Scotty McCreery up on stage during my #ForeverCharlieTour to help him perform "Charlie, Last Name, Wilson" (one of his favorite songs). 

They had a blast! Check out the special moment here: https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=866594636738347


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