With warm weather right around the corner, some of the hottest events are already getting geared up. This summer, the Essence Festival will return for their 22nd annual celebration which will take place at the New Orleans Superdome from June 30 to July 3.
Grammy winner Kendrick Lamar will headline the main stage alongside Mariah Carey and Maxwell. The impressive roster includes some of today’s most popular Hip Hop and R&B artists, with a variety of old and new music.
Artists confirmed to perform include Babyface, BJ The Chicago Kid, Cyril Neville, Daley, Digable Planets, Doug E. Fresh, Eric Bellinger, Estelle, Faith Evans, Jidenna, Judith Hill, Kelly Price, Lady Leshurr, Lalah Hathaway, Little Simz, Mali Music, MC Lyte, New Breed Brass Band, New Edition, Robert Glasper Experiment, Preservation Hall Band, St. Beauty, The Brand New Heavies, Tyrese and V. Bozeman.
ESSENCE President Michelle Ebanks stated, “The ESSENCE Festival is back in New Orleans with an extraordinary roster of the biggest names and best performers in entertainment—from global music icons to the industry’s rising stars. We are welcoming Kendrick Lamar, Mariah Carey and Maxwell to headline the Superdome main stage.
In addition, we will be embracing newcomers like Leon Bridges, Jeremih, Lion Babe, Dej Loaf and The Internet, as well as fan favorite Charlie Wilson for the ultimate cultural experience in New Orleans this July 4th weekend.”
Kendrick Lamar headlined last year’s festival with performances from Mary J. Blige, Erykah Badu, Usher and Common.
