The Newport Jazz Competition has introduced the lineup for its 2025 version. The Roots, De La Soul, Janelle Monáe, Jorja Smith, Esperanza Spalding, Terence Blanchard, and plenty of others will carry out on the competition’s longtime dwelling at Fort Adams State Park in Rhode Island. The 71st annual occasion takes place August 1-3. Try the total lineup on the competition poster beneath.
The competition may even host units from Raye, Jacob Collier, Preservation Corridor Jazz Band, Willow, and numerous ensemble performances, akin to one from Bela Fleck, Edmar Castañeda, and Antonio Sanchez Trio.
The 2024 Newport Jazz Competition featured units by André 3000, Kamasi Washington, Laufey, Elvis Costello, Brittany Howard, Nile Rodgers & Stylish, Meshell Ndegeocello, Makaya McCraven, and plenty of extra.