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Alumni Homecoming Concert to Feature Eric Benét Joined by Chanté Moore

By Alana Allen / 09/12/2025 Alumni

EAST GREENSBORO, N.C. (Sept. 12, 2025) – The Foundation for N.C. A&T State University, Inc. is proud to present "An Exquisite Aggie Evening" with Grammy-nominated R&B singer and songwriter Eric Benét, joined by special guest, Grammy-nominated R&B singer and songwriter, Chanté Moore, for the Aggie Alumni Homecoming Concert on Friday, Oct. 10.

The Aggie Alumni Homecoming Concert will include a dinner for all ticket holders that begins at 7:15 p.m. The show time for the concert is 8:30 p.m. in the Guilford Ballroom at The Koury Convention Center in Greensboro, North Carolina.

Image of Artist, Eric Benet

Eric Benét, a Milwaukee native, rose to stardom with the release of his 1996 breakthrough album "True to Myself," which featured hits such as “Spiritual Thang” and “Let’s Stay Together.” His 1999 single “Spend My Life With You” featuring Tamia reached No. 1 on the Billboard R&B chart, earned a Grammy nomination, and won the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Song.

Over the years, Benét has released multiple acclaimed albums including "Love & Life" and "Hurricane," earning additional Grammy nominations and recognition for standout singles like “Sometimes I Cry.” In addition to his music career, he has pursued acting, TV production, and philanthropic projects, solidifying his reputation as a multifaceted entertainer and humanitarian.

Joining Benét, for the “Greatest Homecoming on Earth” is powerhouse vocalist ChantéArtist, Chante Moore  Moore, whose career has spanned more than 30 years. She emerged in the early 1990s with her gold-certified debut album "Precious," which produced R&B classics “Love’s Taken Over” and “It’s Alright.” Known for her smooth, sophisticated sound, she went on to release a string of successful albums, place more than a dozen singles on the Billboard R&B charts, and collaborate with legends such as El DeBarge, The Isley Brothers, and Kenny Lattimore. Her work includes standout projects like "Things That Lovers Do" and "Moore Is More," as well as television appearances on TV One’s "R&B Divas LA."

With her soaring vocals and commanding presence, Moore continues to be recognized as one of the most versatile and enduring voices in contemporary R&B.

For ticket sales, a donor priority purchase period will open on Thursday, Sept. 17, for donors in the Chancellor’s Circle who have contributed $2,500 or more during Fiscal Year 2024 and 2025.

Ticket sales will open to the general public on Monday, Sept. 22, at noon ET on Eventbrite. The link can be found on the university’s homecoming page, www.ncat.edu/homecoming.

For questions, contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 336-433-5570 or alumni@ncat.edu.

Media Contact Information: avallen@ncat.edu

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