Cool Like That Special Edition: A Night with The 100 Black Men featuring a live performance by Willie Walker & Conversation Piece, Thursday October 30th, at 7p. Live at the Jam Shak at Rozzelles Ferry Landing, 2821 Rozzelles Ferry Landing, Charlotte NC! Experience an evening of Soul, R&B, and Smooth Jazz with The 100 Black Men! Stop on by and Take a Walk on the West Side!

Willie Walker & Conversation Piece

Conversation Piece gives people something to talk about! The band is a successful and respected staple in Charlotte with a loyal following.

Conversation Piece members include Willie Walker on bass guitar and vocals, Carl Ratliff on saxophone and flute,, Darryl Payton on Trombone, Kevin Homesley on keyboards, Jerry Moore on guitar and Christian Whitley on drums.

Conversation Piece has been performing as a sextet for more than a decade. The six talented individuals with impressive musical backgrounds combine for a unique sound. Walker, Ratliff, Payton, Homesley, Moore and Whitley bring together not only their love of music, but also, years of experience in the musical industry.

The 100 Black Men
Mission: The mission of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. is to improve the quality of life within our communities and enhance educational and economic opportunities for all African Americans. ​

Vision: The 100 seeks to serve as a beacon of leadership by utilizing our diverse talents to create environments where our children are motivated to achieve and to empower our people to become self-sufficient shareholders in the economic and social fabric of the communities we serve.

Values: 100 Black Men of America, Inc. is committed to the intellectual development of youth and the economic empowerment of the African American community based on the following precepts: integrity, respect for family, spirituality, and justice.