Bon Jovi headed to New Orleans
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Bon Jovi has been added to the lineup of the 40th anniversary New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. The band will make its Jazz Fest debut May 2 at the Fair Grounds Race Course, according to a press release.
The Jazz & Heritage Festival, scheduled for April 24-26 and April 30-May 3, will feature previously announced artists Wynton Marsalis, Dave Matthews Band, James Taylor, Sugarland, Joe Cocker, Ben Harper, Tony Bennett, Kings of Leon, Neville Brothers, Wilco, Bonnie Raitt, Allen Toussaint, The O'Jays, Erykah Badu, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, Dr. John, Earth, Wind & Fire, and hundreds of others.
Julian Marley also has been added to the bill; previously announced artists Toots & the Maytals will not be appearing.
The complete day-by-day schedule is now available online at the festival's website. Details regarding discount ticket-package opportunities, which expire at the end of business on Feb. 18, also are available at the festival site.
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