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Newport Jazz Festival announces 2024 lineup: André 3000, Elvis Costello, more

Newport Jazz Festival exceeded all expectations.The annual three-day extravaganza recruited some of the biggest names in music — including a few that don’t typically fall under the jazz genre — to jam out over the long weekend.André 3000, Elvis Costello, Nile Rodgers and Chic, Brittany Howard of The Alabama Shakes and Samara Joy are just a few of the icons dropping into Newport, RI’s Fort Adams State Park on Aug. 2-4.They’ll be joined by Kamasi Washington, Laufey, Robert Glasper, Cory Wong and Thievery Corporation.All in all, 47 acts are scheduled to take the stage from Friday through Sunday.And if you want to join them, general admission passes can be picked up as soon as today.Although inventory isn’t available on Dice until Wednesday, April 10, fans who want to ensure they have tickets ahead of time can purchase on sites like Vivid Seats before tickets are officially on sale.Vivid Seats is a secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.They have a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and will be delivered before the event.A complete breakdown of all the different ticket types — single and multi-day passes — can be found below.As mentioned earlier, 47 acts (!) will be taking the stage at Newport, RI’s Fort Adams State Park.For a closer look, here’s everyone set to perform at the 2024 Newport Jazz Festival:A post shared by Newport Jazz Festival (@newportjazzfest)Festival season is in full swing.
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Newport Jazz Festival announces 2024 lineup: André 3000, Elvis Costello, more
Newport Jazz Festival exceeded all expectations.The annual three-day extravaganza recruited some of the biggest names in music — including a few that don’t typically fall under the jazz genre — to jam out over the long weekend.André 3000, Elvis Costello, Nile Rodgers and Chic, Brittany Howard of The Alabama Shakes and Samara Joy are just a few of the icons dropping into Newport, RI’s Fort Adams State Park on Aug. 2-4.They’ll be joined by Kamasi Washington, Laufey, Robert Glasper, Cory Wong and Thievery Corporation.All in all, 47 acts are scheduled to take the stage from Friday through Sunday.And if you want to join them, general admission passes can be picked up as soon as today.Although inventory isn’t available on Dice until Wednesday, April 10, fans who want to ensure they have tickets ahead of time can purchase on sites like Vivid Seats before tickets are officially on sale.Vivid Seats is a secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.They have a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and will be delivered before the event.A complete breakdown of all the different ticket types — single and multi-day passes — can be found below.As mentioned earlier, 47 acts (!) will be taking the stage at Newport, RI’s Fort Adams State Park.For a closer look, here’s everyone set to perform at the 2024 Newport Jazz Festival:A post shared by Newport Jazz Festival (@newportjazzfest)Festival season is in full swing.
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The All-Black 'Juneteenth: A Global Celebration of Freedom' Concert To Air Live On CNN
Juneteenth, several entertainers of color will perform at the Hollywood Bowl on June 19, which is set to air live on all CNN platforms.Juneteenth: A Global Celebration of Freedom will include performances from Earth, Wind & Fire, Michelle Williams, Robert Glasper, Jhené Aiko, Billy Porter, Mary Mary, Lucky Daye, Anthony Hamilton, Yolanda Adams, Killer Mike, the Debbie Allen Dance Academy, and the Re-Collective Orchestra; marking the first time an all-Black orchestra will perform at the Hollywood Bowl stage since it opened in 1922.In addition to rocking the stage with The Roots, Questlove will also serve as the event’s musical director with Adam Blackstone, CNN reports.“It’s a moment to celebrate and reflect on Black independence and the Black experience,” Shawn Gee, President of Live Nation Urban said in a statement.  “It’s also a moment to raise awareness and shine light on the miles we still need to travel to true equity.”Juneteenth is a remembrance of the slave’s emancipation in 1865. This year will mark the second year it will be celebrated as a national holiday, after President Joe Biden signed the bill last year on June 17, just two days prior to the date.
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