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Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Mary J. Blige to Headline 2010 Essence Music Festival in New Orleans

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R&B singer Mary J. Blige will headline the 2010 Essence Music Festival in New Orleans. The event, which is billed as one of the nation's largest annual events, celebrating black music and culture, will be held July 2 - 4.

A full list of performers have not been released yet. The performers will hit the stage at the Louisiana Superdome and motivational seminars will be held during the day at the Morial Convention Center.

Mary J. Blige has performed at Essence eight times. This year she is expected to perform songs from her latest studio album, "Stronger with Each Tear."