Eric Benet Scheduled To Perform At The 2nd Annual Global Fusion Festival

Philadelphia, PA. (Top40 Charts/ Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau) - The Philadelphia Multicultural Affairs Congress (MAC), a division of the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau produces its 2nd Annual Global Fusion Festival within PECO's Multicultural Festival Series at Penn's Landing this July. This FREE, one-day event will be held on Saturday, July 19th from Noon until 8 p.m. Hosted by 107.9 WRNB's nationally syndicated host, Tom Joyner, of the Tom Joyner Morning Show, the Global Fusion Festival will feature a performance by Grammy-nominated, R&B and Neo-Soul artist Eric Benet. Eric Benet is nationally recognized for his work within the music industry, including his best selling single duet "Spend My Life with You", featuring Tamia.

WHEN: July 19, 2008, Noon - 8:00pm

WHERE: Great Plaza at Penn's Landing, Columbus Blvd.

WHO: The festival-themed Global Fusion will feature national recording artists and acts representing our local African American, Hispanic, Asian and Native American cultures through music and ethnic dance performances, foods, crafts, giveaways and educational programs for participants of all ages.

'We are excited about the addition of Eric Benet as a headliner to our 2nd Annual Global Fusion Festival,' states MAC executive director Tanya Hall. 'Eric Benet's popularity and success will not only attract local residents, but also increase our festival's visibility to the region.'