The three-day festival will take place in Napa, California, during Labor Day weekend.

John Legend and Jill Scott. (Courtesy of Black Radio Experience)

Blue Note Entertainment Group and Black Radio Productions have unveiled the lineup for the inaugural Black Radio Experience, presented by Blue Note Jazz Festival, hosted by Sway Calloway.

The three-day festival, inspired by its artist-in-residence Robert Glasper, will take place from Aug. 30 to Sept. 1 at The Meritage Resort & Spa in Napa, California. John Legend, Jill Scott, and André 3000 are billed as the festival’s headliners.

The star-studded lineup also includes Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Andra Day, Ledisi, Eric Roberson, and more. Glasper is also on the bill; he will be joined by special guests Musiq Soulchild and Marsha Ambrosius.

“Every year, our festival in Napa brings a unique vibe, and this year, we are bringing you the Black Radio Experience during Labor Day weekend with a dope list of artists for an exclusive hang,” says Glasper.
Robert Glasper. (Photo Credit: Jesse Lirola)

Alex Kurland, Blue Note’s director of programming, adds, “This year’s event promises an even more boutique, intimate, and exclusive vibe than ever before, presenting an unparalleled caliber of iconic artists. Robert Glasper’s vision and inspiration shape the talent and tone of the entire experience.”

Tickets for the Black Radio Experience 2024 go on sale Thursday, May 16, at noon ET. The following ticket types are available: 3-Day General Admission (starting at $499 plus fees), 3-Day GA+ (starting at $699 plus fees), and 3-Day VIP (starting at $1,000 plus fees).

The Black Radio Experience 2024 Lineup

John Legend
Jill Scott
André 3000
Robert Glasper
Musiq Soulchild
Marsha Ambrosius
Nile Rodgers & CHIC
Andra Day
Ledisi
Common & Pete Rock
Marus Miller
Cimafunk
Tank and The Bangas
Madlib
DJ Jazzy Jeff
Christian McBride
Terrace Martin
Eric Roberson
Derrick Hodge
Joel Ross
Kendrick Scott
RC & The Gritz