Music is Her Life

Legendary vocalist Martha Wash is hitting the road in 2026 with the launch of her new Music Is My Life Tour, an intimate concert experience celebrating the voice, songs, and stories that have defined her remarkable career. The tour kicks off with a high-profile performance on March 13, 2026, at The Venue at Thunder Valley Casino Resort, where Wash will appear alongside Boy George and Culture Club for a night that promises to bring together decades of pop and dance music history.

For more than four decades, Wash has been recognized as one of the most powerful voices in music. Her unmistakable vocals have fueled some of the most iconic dance and pop hits ever recorded, including the club classic "Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)" by C+C Music Factory, as well as the chart-topping anthems "Everybody Everybody" and "Strike It Up" by Black Box. Long before those dance-floor staples, Wash also helped create one of pop culture’s most beloved songs, "It's Raining Men", recorded with The Weather Girls. These tracks have become enduring global favorites, defining eras of club culture and cementing Wash’s legacy as a pioneer of dance music.

The Music Is My Life Tour will give audiences a chance to experience Wash’s artistry in a more personal setting. Blending her legendary hits with blues-infused soul and heartfelt storytelling, the show offers fans a deeper look at the woman behind the voice that helped shape the soundtrack of generations. Wash will also introduce songs from her acclaimed recent project Love & Conflict, bringing fresh material to the stage while honoring the music that made her a household name.

“This tour is about honoring the journey—the music that changed my life and the new songs that reflect where I am now,” Wash said in announcing the tour. “I’ve always believed that music tells the truth, and Music Is My Life is my way of sharing that truth with the people who have supported me for decades.”

Critics have embraced Wash’s recent work with enthusiasm. Love & Conflict has drawn praise for its emotional urgency and bold musical style. Reviewers have highlighted the album’s powerful mix of blues, soul, and funk influences, with Wash’s gospel-rooted vocals delivering both grit and depth across the record’s socially conscious themes.

The March 13 performance in Lincoln, California, adds extra excitement to the tour’s launch, pairing Wash with the iconic pop group Culture Club and its charismatic frontman Boy George. The collaboration brings together two major forces from the worlds of pop, soul, and dance music, creating a concert event that spans multiple musical generations.

Following the California kickoff, Wash is scheduled to perform at World Cafe Live on June 27, with additional tour dates expected to be announced soon.

With the Music Is My Life Tour, Martha Wash once again proves that her voice—and her story—remain as powerful and relevant as ever. Tickets for the opening concert are available through Ticketmaster, with further tour updates to be released in the coming months.