Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty ImagesCiting a lack of band personnel, Aretha Franklin has bowed out of her previously confirmed performance at 11th Annual Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival. However, concertgoers can expect to see Charlie Wilson in her place this weekend.
Organizers announced Wilson will take the stage when the event goes down March 19 -20 at Sun Life Stadium. He will be joined by Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds, Kool and the Gang, Fred Hammond, Brian Culbertson, The Average White Band, and the Jazz in the Gardens All-Stars featuring Regina Belle, Najee & Alex Bugnon, along with other local artists.
“This is our signature annual event that people from all over the world look forward to attending every year,” said City of Miami Gardens Mayor Oliver Gilbert. “Last year’s event took Jazz in the Gardens to the next level, and with this year’s lineup of top-notch musical talent, we expect this year will continue the trend.”
Hosted by comedian Rickey Smiley, tickets are available now at JazzintheGardens.com.
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