The Essence Music Festival returns to the Louisiana Superdome July 2-4 with Janet Jackson headlining its opening night. Today Essence announced its night-by-night lineup, which is as follows:

Friday, July 2:

Main stage: Janet Jackson, Charlie Wilson, Raphael Saadiq, Monica.

Superlounges: Chrisette Michele, Irma Thomas, Arrested Development, Big Sam’s Funky Nation, Mary Mary, Irvin Mayfield & the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, War, Little Freddie King, Ruben Studdard.

Saturday, July 3:

Main stage: Alicia Keys, Gladys Knight, LL Cool J, Keri Hilson.

Superlounges: Laura Izibor, Sam & Ruby, De La Soul, Mint Condition, Leo Jackson & Melody Clouds, Joe, Rebirth Brass Band, Soul Rebels Brass Band.

Sunday, July 4:

Main stage: Mary J Blige, Earth Wind & Fire, Jill Scott, Trey Songz.

Superlounges: Estelle, Hot 8 Brass Band, Lalah Hathaway, Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk, Shamarr Allen and The Underdawgs, Melanie Fiona, PJ Morton Band, Kermit Ruffins & the BBQ Swingers.

Single-night tickets are on sale now for $53–$212 in addition to weekend packages, which range from $159–$636.