The Word ­ featuring John Medeski, Robert Randolph, and Luther Dickinson, Cody Dickinson, and Chris Chew of the North Mississippi Allstars will reunite for a special Jazz Fest after show at the Joy Theater on Sunday April 26th.

The idea for the gospel/blues/rock supergroup originated nearly a decade and a half ago when the North Mississippi Allstars went on tour with Medeski Martin & Wood.

In 2000, The Word became a reality when Medeski and NMA were joined in the studio by pedal steel guitar phenomenon Robert Randolph and recorded their self titled debut.

With multiple Grammy nominations amongst them and a legion of fans across the country, The Word are reuniting again in 2015 for a few select shows.

Tickets for the Jazz Fest show go on sale today and are $40 for general admission.

Two VIP options, which both come with a commemorative event poster, are available: $60 for reserved seating in the upper balcony and $75 reserved seating on the lower balcony.

Tickets and more information can be found at www.wintercircleproductions.com.