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Robin Thicke\r - Discovered by music industry legend Andre Harrell, Robin Thicke’s evolution into the pop-soul hitmaker he is today has been nothing short of extraordinary. Watch him ignite the stage at Soul Train Awards 2011. \r\r(Photo: Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

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Joe\r - A crossover favorite among R&B and hip hop fans, Joe is still active on the scene and most recently released his latest album, The Good, The Bad, The Sex.

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Keith Sweat\r - Since the late ‘80s, Keith Sweat has seduced fans of all varieties with his tender ballads and vocals. With no signs of slowing down any time soon, Sweat joins Soul Train Awards with the energy and excitement of a newbie. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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Miguel\r - The new-age R&B star shares the stage with singer Lloyd, shutting down any misconceived perceptions about friction between the two. Tune in to what will surely be a lively performance from two noteworthy new-schoolers. (Photo: Phil McCarten/PictureGroup)

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Kenny Lattimore - R&B’s modern soul man blesses Soul Train Awards with his presence and helps round out the performances with charming tunes and style. (Photo: Bryan Bedder/Getty Images

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Mindless Behavior\r - New school R&B flavor meets vintage soul when this energetic quartet jumps on stage for Soul Train Awards 2011. (Photo:Terrence Jennings/PictureGroup)

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Anthony Hamilton\r - Still delivering R&B ballads sure to stir the soul, Anthony Hamilton joins Soul Train Awards to deliver a piece of that action for all to enjoy. (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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Common\r - With a career spanning two decades, a multitude of acclaimed albums, and numerous film and TV roles, Common has proven himself to be one of the most talented entertainers of his era. Performing “Blue Sky,” off his upcoming The Dreamer/The Believer album, with Marsha Ambrosius, Common brings classic hip hop energy to Soul Train Awards 2011. (Photo: Kristian Dowling/PictureGroup)

Photo By Kristian Dowling/PictureGroup

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Cee-Lo\r - The psychedelic Grammy award winner returns to Atlanta to hop on the Soul Train line for what will inevitably be a genre-bending performance. \r(Photo: Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)

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Lalah Hathaway \r - Following in her late father’s footsteps as an amazing vocalist, Lalah Hathaway has carved out an identity for herself unmatched by many. Performing at Soul Train Awards 2011, Hathaway brings an R&B jazz sound that’s missing in today’s music.\r\r\r(Photo: Ben Rose/PictureGroup)

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The Original 7ven\r - Many will remember them as Morris & The Time, but true fans remember their time as The Original 7ven. Formed in the early ‘80s, many will remember The Original 7ven’s fantastic R&B/rock/funk hits, such as “Cool,” “777-9311” and “Jungle Love.” Since reuniting earlier this year, the group has adopted their “original” name and released a new album, much to the delight to fans everywhere.\r\r(Photo: Courtesy Warner Bros Records)

Photo By Photo: Courtesy Warner Bros Records/theoriginal7ven.com

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Marsha Ambrosius - Joining Common on stage for a vocal assist, Marsha Ambrosius’ honey dipped vocals will surely keep the crowd dreaming and believing.  (Photo: Jemal Countess/Getty Images)