Jazz In The Gardens Announces Star Line Up; Mary J. Blige, H.E.R, Rick Ross, And Others

Jazz In The Gardens Announces Star Line Up; Mary J. Blige, H.E.R, Rick Ross, And Others

Jazz in the Gardens (JITG) has officially announced its 2022 lineup for the 15th anniversary of the incredibly popular jazz and R&B music festival. Among the list of stars is Mary J. Blige, H.E.R,  Rick Ross, The Isley Brothers, SWV, The Roots with special guest T-Pain, Stokely, Johnathan McReynolds, Mike Phillips, and Mark Allen Felton.

There will also be local performers, but that lineup list will come at a later date. Syndicated radio host and comedian Rickey Smiley will return to the stage as the host for the 2022 JITG. 

Last year’s festival was forced to be canceled two days before the event was scheduled to occur due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The 2022 festival will be an impressive comeback as the City of Miami Gardens’ signature event and is anticipated to be an even better experience for the attendees who will come in from all over the world.

As a safety precaution, concertgoers will be required to show a valid COVID-19 vaccination card or a negative COVID-19 test, and there will be Social distancing protocols enforced.

 “We are happy to announce the return of Jazz in the Gardens in the City of Miami Gardens.  In an abundance of caution, the festival did not happen for the past two years due to COVID-19. It’s coming back in 2022, and we will do so in a safe way following all the CDC protocols.  We are also excited about bringing talented, award-winning artists to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the festival that showcases music and the culture and diversity of Miami Gardens. We look forward to celebrating with our residents and people from all over the world on March 12th and 13th,” said Mayor Rodney Harris, City of Miami Gardens.   

“As a manager, my clients have played this festival several times over the past decade,” said Shawn Gee, President of Live Nation Urban, “so when presented with the opportunity to work alongside the city to produce the event this year, I was super excited.  Jazz in the Gardens is one of the most important live events in the culture of Jazz & R&B music, globally. Our goal is not only to produce a stellar event, but to let the world know about the hidden gem that City of Miami Gardens has with this event.”

 ‘We are honored to partner with Mayor Harris and the City of Miami Gardens on the 15thAnniversary of Jazz in the Gardens”, said Brittany Flores, President of Live Nation Florida. “The event is staple here in South Florida and we are beyond excited to help continue the tradition and usher in the next chapter of this amazing event.” 

The 15th Annual Jazz will also showcase an eclectic mix of goods and great buys in the Merchandise Village and will offer delicious, exotic cuisine in the Food Village.

 

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