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Excitement Draws for 2014 Jackson Rhythm and Blues Festival

AdministratorBy AdministratorJuly 2, 2014Updated:April 9, 20202 Comments2 Mins Read
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SaveTheDateJRBFver3(JACKSON, MS) – The Jackson Rhythm and Blues Festival presented by xFinity and taking place in the “City with Soul”, Jackson, Mississippi is now two months away and excitement is building for the festival — especially after a major promotion at the Chicago Blues Festival. Thousands of festival-goers had the opportunity to get a small taste of what they can expect at the premier two-day festival on August 15th & 16th at the Mississippi Ag Museum.

Festival promoters and their sponsors, including, Comcast xfinity, WLBT TV 3, WDBD FOX 40, L & L Communications, LLC, Southern Beverage, Mississippi Link, Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum, Nissan, The Radio People, and Legends Magazine have an exciting lineup that will guarantee a Jackson, Mississippi good time in the “City with Soul!”

The Jackson Rhythm and Blues Festival Idol Competition is under way and contestants are vying for the opportunity to perform at the festival and meet the 2004 American Idol Winner, FANTASiA! Contestants from all over the state have submitted a cappella videos on Facebook. You can see the contestants and cast your vote on the Jackson Rhythm and Blues Festival Facebook page by clicking on Video Contest.

The festival will take place on the rustic grounds of the MS Ag Museum and will offer over 30 artists on 5 stages, including 3 indoor air-conditioned juke joints. The stellar line-up includes headliners: Ziggy Marley, FANTASiA and Bell Biv DeVoe. Tickets are on sale for the greatest two-day indoor/outdoor festival at all Ticketmaster locations, online at ticketmaster.com, by phone at 1-800-745-3000, or at the Jackson Convention & Visitors Bureau’s office at 111 E Capitol Street, Suite 102, Jackson, MS 39201. Friday admission is $25.00, Saturday admission is $35.00 and a 2-day Festival Pass is $50.00. VIP Packages are also available online at www.jacksonrhythmandbluesfestival.com.

The Jackson Rhythm & Blues Festival is where blues fans want to be on August 15 & 16, 2014 for the very best in live rhythm and blues entertainment with the warm ambience of seeing an old friend. The aroma of deep-fried, fresh Mississippi farm-raised Catfish, succulent ribs, tender pulled pork, beef brisket and an array of other offerings, including premium signature Festival drinks, wine, and ice-cold beer will give you just a taste of the “City with Soul.”

Jackson Rhythm and Blues Festival Official Website

Chicago Blues Festival Curtis Salgado FANTASiA Jackson Rhythm and Blues Festival John Primer Lightnin' Malcom Mr Sipp Terry "Harmonica" Bean Ziggy Marley
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