Mary J. Blige is the embodiment of the ‘Strength of a Woman,’ so it’s fitting that the Queen of Hip-Hop/Soul has established a like-titled festival.
Back for its second year, the Live Nation Urban and Pepsi-powered extravaganza sees MJB bringing some of music’s most revered names to the stage for an unforgettable experience.
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Housed in Atlanta, this year’s edition of the Strength of a Woman Festival & Summit will showcase performances from the likes of Blige, Lauryn Hill, Summer Walker, Robert Glasper, Mike Epps, Jodeci, Busta Rhymes, Jeezy, Method Man, Jadakiss, Lucky Daye, Coco Jones, Saucy Santana, Sunday Service Collective and Muni Long.
Various other activations and programs anchored in the upliftment of Black womanhood will also form part of the lineup.
Mary J. Blige, Founder of Strength of a Woman Festival & Summit said in a statement:
“I’m so excited to bring our Strength of a Woman Festival & Summit back to Atlanta for its second year. Having the opportunity to continue to uplift, inspire, and build amongst a community of women is the reason why we created this festival. I’m so grateful for all of the support from our performers and participants and of course Live Nation Urban, Pepsi and our additional partners who are committed to celebrating and creating community for Black women.”
Tickets are on sale now via www.soawfestival.com.
Peep the full itinerary:
Thursday, May 11th
Robert Glasper at City Winery
Friday, May 12th
Concert: Mary J. Blige & Friends with a special “MJB B-Sides” set celebrating Hip Hop 50th Celebration at State Farm Arena
Special performances by Jodeci, Jeezy, DJ Drama and more
Hosted by Kenny Burns
Saturday, May 13th
Strength of a Woman Summit at America’s Mart
Participants and Programming details forthcoming
Concert: R&B Night at State Farm Arena
Performances by Lauryn Hill, Summer Walker, Muni Long, Lucky Daye, and Coco Jones
Hosted by Kenny Burns
Sunday, May 14th
Gospel Brunch and Concert at The Bank
Performance by Sunday Service Collective
Hosted by Ryan Cameron
The Purpose Ball at The Bank powered by Gilead
Produced by Miss Lawrence
Performance by Saucy Santana
Comedy Night Show at Tabernacle
Headliner: Mike Epps
Additional Sets by Don’t Call me White Girl, Henry Welch and Navv Greene
Hosted by Erica Duchess