An Unforgettable Night of Soul, Funk, and R&B with “Uncle Charlie”
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Venue: Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park (formerly Cadence Bank Amphitheatre), Atlanta, GA, USA
Tickets: High Demand – Secure Yours Now!
🎶 Experience a Soul Legend Live Under the Stars
Get ready, Atlanta! The iconic Charlie Wilson—affectionately known to millions as “Uncle Charlie”—is bringing his electrifying live show to the Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park on Saturday, October 4, 2025. This isn’t just a concert. It’s a celebration of music, life, and legendary R&B energy under the open sky.
Expect an evening filled with chart-topping hits, signature dance moves, show-stopping vocals, and timeless funk. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering the magic, Charlie Wilson’s live performance is a soul-satisfying experience that will stay with you forever.
📍 Venue: Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park
A Historic Outdoor Amphitheater in the Heart of Atlanta
Nestled in the lush surroundings of Chastain Park, this open-air venue is a local favorite for live music. Formerly known as Cadence Bank Amphitheatre, the newly renamed Synovus Bank Amphitheater combines natural beauty with modern performance facilities.
Venue Details:
- Address: 4469 Stella Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30327
- Capacity: Approx. 6,900 (Reserved + Lawn Seating)
- Setting: Outdoor, partially covered with tiered seating
- Sound & Lighting: State-of-the-art acoustics, stage lighting, and video screens
- Accessibility: ADA-compliant, accessible restrooms, ramps, and parking
- Food & Beverage: Local vendors, wine and beer service, picnic options allowed
- Parking: Limited on-site & nearby park lots; ride-share drop-off available
Unique Features:
- Guests may bring food and wine (picnic-style experience allowed in some seating areas)
- Surrounded by one of Atlanta’s largest green spaces
- Eco-conscious venue with recycling and green initiatives
🎤 About Charlie Wilson
The R&B Icon Whose Influence Spans Generations
With a career spanning five decades, Charlie Wilson is a Grammy-nominated, BET Award-winning R&B legend who first rose to fame as the lead vocalist of The Gap Band before achieving solo superstardom.
He’s the voice behind unforgettable classics like:
- “Outstanding”
- “You Dropped a Bomb on Me”
- “There Goes My Baby”
- “Charlie, Last Name Wilson”
- “Forever Valentine”
- “I’m Blessed” (feat. T.I.)
Career Highlights:
- 11 Grammy nominations across R&B categories
- BET Lifetime Achievement Award winner
- NAACP Image Award recipient
- Sold out tours across the U.S.
- Collaborated with Snoop Dogg, Kanye West, Justin Timberlake, Pharrell Williams, and more
Charlie’s story of resilience, faith, and transformation—from addiction recovery to chart-topping success—adds emotional weight and authenticity to every show. His live concerts are renowned for bringing together multi-generational audiences, powerful vocals, choreographed band segments, and genuine audience interaction.
🎵 What to Expect at the Concert
This isn’t your typical sit-and-watch concert. A Charlie Wilson show is a full-on R&B party with lights, backup dancers, band solos, crowd engagement, and endless feel-good energy.
Sample Setlist (subject to change):
- “There Goes My Baby”
- “Charlie, Last Name Wilson”
- “You Are”
- “I’m Blessed”
- “Forever Valentine”
- “Party Train”
- “Outstanding”
- Gap Band medley (“Oops Upside Your Head,” “Burn Rubber on Me”)
- “Let It Snow” (surprise seasonal inclusion possible)
Band & Production:
- Full live band with brass section
- Background vocalists and dancers
- LED stage visuals and pyrotechnics
- Audience participation segments
Atmosphere:
- Perfect for date night, Grown & Sexy gatherings, or girls’ night out
- Comfortable setting in the Atlanta evening breeze
- Dress code: Come fly—this is a style-forward crowd!
🎟️ Ticket Information – Reserve Your Seats Early
High demand alert! Charlie Wilson’s shows are known to sell out, and with the limited capacity of this intimate amphitheater, early booking is highly recommended.
Seating Options:
- Reserved Seats (Orchestra & Terrace): $75 – $135
- Covered Seats: $99 – $165
- Lawn (General Admission): $49
- VIP Experience Package: $225
- Premium reserved seating
- Meet & greet photo op
- Signed commemorative poster
- Exclusive merchandise
Group packages and accessible seating available—inquire via venue’s official site.
✨ Why You Can’t Miss This Show
- One of R&B’s Greatest Performers: Charlie brings the same energy today as he did in the ’80s
- Perfect Venue: Gorgeous, outdoor setting ideal for a night of soul and groove
- Rare Intimacy: Intimate feel compared to larger arenas
- Generational Appeal: Loved by both OG fans and new-school R&B lovers
- New Music: Expect performances from upcoming projects and fan-favorites alike
🧺 Tips for the Best Experience
- Picnic-Style Seating: Bring wine, snacks, and low chairs if you’re in the lawn section
- Arrive Early: Enjoy the park surroundings and avoid traffic congestion
- Weather: Bring a light jacket—it may cool down by evening
- Uber/Lyft: Ideal for avoiding tight parking
- Charge Your Phone: You’ll want to film this night!
💬 Fan Reviews From Previous Shows
“Charlie Wilson is the blueprint. He doesn’t perform—he transforms the stage.” — Eric P., Chicago
“Every single seat was dancing. From the first song to the encore—nonstop!” — Donna K., Memphis
“One of the best concerts I’ve ever attended. He sounds better live than on the album!” — Tanya R., Houston