The Poet Performs

Bobby Womack, “The Poet,” is bringing his classic soul, old-school R&B sound and legendary live talent to the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills. The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer’s been making R&B, soul, rock ‘n’ roll, doo-wop, gospel and country music for more than 50 years. Last year’s The Bravest Man in the Universe won the UK’s Q Award for Best Album. Best known for writing and originally recording The Rolling Stones’ first UK No. 1 hit, “It’s All Over Now,” and his work with Sam Cooke and Wilson Pickett, Womack’s solo hits include “Lookin’ for Love,” “That’s the Way I Feel About Cha,” “Harry Hippie,” “Woman’s Gotta Have It” and the ‘80s hit “If You Think You’re Lonely Now.” Opening acts are Corey Phillips and GinaRe Womack. Friday, December 6th at the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Boulevard, in Beverly Hills