Bruno Mars and Janet Jackson to headline Essence Fest

Bruno Mars and Janet Jackson
Photo credit SIPA USA

The lineup is out for the Essence Fest in New Orleans this summer.

"We're continuing our year-long celebration of ESSENCE's 50th anniversary with the announcement of GRAMMY-award winning artists Bruno Mars and Janet Jackson as mainstage headliners for the 2020 #EssenceFest!" organizers posted. 

Other performers include Patti LaBelle, Doug E. Fresh, Raphael Saadiq, Tamia, Swizz Beatz, Janelle Monae, Summer Walker, Jidenna, Saweetie and Sir and Ari Lennox.

The Essence Fest runs July 1st through July 5th in New Orleans.  

Concerts are at the Superdome.