Howard Hewett Joins Forces with Ronnie Laws, Debra Laws & Larry Dunn for Heartfelt Tribute Honoring Stevie Wonder and His Classic Song, “Ribbon in the Sky”

Legendary singer Howard Hewett, whose career spans more than four decades of groundbreaking R&B, soul and inspirational music, lends his signature vocals to a breathtaking new jazz rendition of Ribbon in the Sky, reimagined by legendary saxophonist Ronnie Laws.

Originally written and performed by Stevie Wonder, “Ribbon in the Sky” was released in 1982 from the album Stevie Wonder's Original Musiquarium I and became one of his most celebrated and enduring love ballads.

Now, Ronnie Laws presents his masterful jazz interpretation of the beloved classic, joined by acclaimed vocalist Debra Laws, iconic keyboardist Larry Dunn, one of the founding members of Earth, Wind and Fire, and the incomparable vocals of Howard Hewett.

Stevie Wonder himself adds an extraordinary touch to this rendition, contributing his unmistakable harmonica and elevating this tribute into a truly historic collaboration.

For Howard Hewett, known worldwide as the former lead vocalist of Shalamar and for his celebrated solo career, this collaboration represents both reverence and artistry.

From Shalamar classics like A Night to Remember, This Is for the Lover in You and The Second Time Around, to solo hits including Show Me, I'm for Real and Say Amen, Howard’s voice remains one of the most recognizable and emotionally resonant in music.

Accompanying the single is an official video featuring Ronnie Laws, Howard Hewett, Debra Laws and Larry Dunn, capturing the elegance, musicianship and heartfelt spirit of this iconic collaboration.

The heartfelt jazz rendition of “Ribbon in the Sky,” Ronnie Laws’ interpretation of the Stevie Wonder classic, is now streaming on all digital streaming platforms, inviting music lovers everywhere to experience this timeless tribute.

Howard shares, “Being in the presence of such iconic artistry is truly special. We approached this song with deep love and respect. ‘Ribbon in the Sky’ has always carried a certain magic, and we wanted to honor that legacy while bringing our own heartfelt interpretation to it.”

This collaboration celebrates the genius of Stevie Wonder while highlighting Ronnie Laws’ inspired vision and Howard Hewett’s enduring vocal brilliance, proving that timeless music continues to evolve through legendary artistry.

Watch the official “Ribbon in the Sky” video here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p45EzTLVye8

For those eager to catch a live performance, you can find Howard Hewett’s tour dates and schedule on his official Instagram page: @howard_hewett.