Screening of The Rhythm at Adams Butzel Complex
Join Detroit filmmaker, broadcaster, and author Gerald McBride for a special free community screening of The Rhythm at the Adams Butzel Recreation Center.
Author Talk - Blackstone Bookstore
Join Gerald as he shares stories from his powerful memoir, God & the DJ. He never imagined his life would take him from spinning records in his brother’s nightclub to becoming the voice behind commercials for legends like Prince, Luther Vandross, and Earth, Wind & Fire. Join Blackstone Bookstore & Cultural Center at an offsite author event at the Ypsilanti District Library!
The Battle of the Old School LIVE
Experience the ultimate throwback at The Battle of the Old School LIVE! with a live tribute band playing your favorites from The Temptations and The Dramatics. It’s a night of nonstop classics, live music, and audience voting! Join Gerald, Lady T, and Andre as they bring the party to life for a night of nonstop classics! Limited spots available — get your tickets here!
Ribs and R&B Music Festival
Join Gerald McBride and the Old School House Party live at the Ribs & R&B Music Festival at Hart Plaza in Downtown Detroit for a weekend of great music, barbecue, and unforgettable performances by Ro James, Klymaxx, and Midnight Star. Stop by to meet Gerald while enjoying one of Detroit's premier summer festivals!
Catch Gerald McBride at Detroit BookFest
Gerald McBride will be appearing at the Detroit Festival of Books, Michigan’s largest book festival, returning to Detroit’s historic Eastern Market for its 9th annual celebration of books, authors, and readers.
Author Talk with Leanna Hicks Public Library
Join Gerald McBride for an upcoming Author Talk in Inkster, MI. Gerald will share stories from his book God and the DJ, reflections from his broadcasting journey, and connect with readers during this special community event. Click here to register!
Juneteenth Bash 2026: Black Authors Spotlight on Heritage
Gerald will be part of the 3rd Annual Juneteenth BASH (Black Authors Spotlight on Heritage), bringing his book God and the DJ to this vibrant celebration of Black literature, culture, and community in Columbus, Ohio.
The Battle of the Old School Live!
Join Gerald McBride, Andre & Lady T for The Old School House Party Get Together & Book Signing at Aretha’s Jazz Café featuring a live tribute band performing hits from Chaka Khan and Teena Marie!
Author Talk: Gerald McBride
Spend an afternoon with Gerald McBride at the Detroit Public Library as he shares the story behind his new book God & The DJ. From music to faith to purpose, this Author Talk offers insight, inspiration, and connection.
“It was a true pleasure to have Gerald here. Yes, the audience loved it, I thought Gerald did a great job mixing in stories about old school music into talking about his book. It was a good awareness to play to the expectations of the audience. Of course, Gerald is very good at connecting with his audience, that is why he is so successful!”
— Cully Sommers, Detroit Public Library “Gerald, thanks for the inspirational time you spent here with us at Detroit’s SHAR House. The movie, "The Rhythm" coupled with the overview of your recent book "God and the DJ" have our clients wanting for more, but more important, it provided them with the essential ingredient called, HOPE.”
— Dwight Vaughter, Self-Help Addiction Rehabilitation, Inc. (SHAR)