The McDonald’s Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour

“McDonald's is pleased to present the Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour, featuring music that will lift spirits and inspire us all,” said Carol Sagers, Marketing Director, McDonald’s USA. “This tour is purely one example of how McDonald’s recognizes and celebrates African American culture, heritage and achievements all year long – 365Black®! McDonald's is proud to be deeply rooted in the African American community.”

McDonald's Inspiration Celebration Gospel tour is produced by Revolver Marketing Group (RMG), which is also responsible for the tour talent acquisition. McDonald’s also works with UMI (Urban Ministries Inc.), the nation’s leading African American producer of Christian education resources for African-American consumers and churches, to connect churches to the various concert events. The tour is in its third year and previously featured Smokie Norful, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Kierra Sheard and Myron Butler and Levi.

Tickets are free, will supplies last, except for McDonald’s GospelFest®, and are available at the host church, churches surrounding the host church and selective local gospel retailers. Information and the full tour schedule can be found at www.365Black.com, McDonald’s portal for its 365Black programs, celebrating the African American community throughout the year. For high-resolution artist photos and concert b-roll, go to: mcdepk.com/inspirationcelebration2009 .

About McDonald’s
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