Kelvin Roston Jr. channels singer/songwriter, Chicago native and soul legend Donny Hathaway (“A Song for You,” “This Christmas”) in “Twisted Melodies,” a solo show that Roston created.

Kelvin Roston Jr. wrote and stars in “Twisted Melodies,” a compassionate examination of 1970s soul singer/composer Donny Hathaway, running through Aug. 10 at Northlight Theatre.

Having covered numerous songs, the singer recently channeled Donny Hathaway when performing “A Song for You.” Videos by American Songwriter ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images In the finale of Donny Hathaway's classic 1972 Live album, Willie Weeks ...

Roston is still obsessed with Hathaway, bringing his solo show, dubbed “Twisted Melodies,” to the Northlight Theatre in Skokie a decade after Congo Square, following other stagings.

Known for contributing to Donny Hathaway's holiday classic, McKinnor, 83, is in good spirits amid health challenges. Her family and friends started a GoFundMe to assist with medical expenses.