Quincy Jones Honored: A Star-Studded Celebration by Jermaine Dupri at the 2025 ESSENCE Festival

The 2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture®, presented by Coca-Cola®, amplifies its prestigious Evening Concert Series with a remarkable lineup, blending revered icons with rising talents and unexpected performances. Newly announced artists include Grammy laureate Babyface and a special set by Jill Scott, featuring a dynamic trio of Philly soul legends: the iconic Patti LaBelle, Grammy-winning Jazmine Sullivan, and the extraordinary Jill herself. They join previously revealed luminaries like R&B pioneers Boyz II Men, international sensation Davido, and New Orleans’ cultural emblem Master P. Additionally, Jermaine Dupri will honor music pioneer Quincy Jones during a heartfelt “ESSENCE Flowers” segment, celebrating his profound influence across multiple genres. Other performers slated for this stellar event include Buju Banton, Erykah Badu, and Nas.