Funk Fest Coming the Birmingham’s Legion Field

Things are changing for Birmingham Alabama’s venerable Legion Field. The football stadium, originally constructed in 1927 has hosted a variety of college and professional football teams over the years, as well as some soccer.  Most recently, Legion Field was the home to University of Alabama at Birmingham Blazers football team. But when UAB ended its football program at the end of the 2014 season, the stadium lost its last regular tenant.

The old stadium may still have a future as a venue for concerts and events. According to a January 10, 2015 article at AL.com, the city of Birmingham recently contracted for over $700,000 in improvements to the stadium.

The most recent announcement for the stadium venue is that Funk Fest, a touring shot of both new and “old school” funk music, will appear at Legion Field on May 2, 2015. Performers listed for the concert include Anthony Hamilton, Mint Condition, Doug E Fresh, Total, and Cameo.

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