The JVC Jazz Festival will feature k.d. lang, Lou Reed, guitarist Vernon Reid and a tribute to the late Nina Simone.
More than 300 artists are expected to perform during the event, set for June 15-26 at venues across New York City.
Simone, who had sung at the festival in the past, died last year of cancer at 70. Two of her bands will remember her in a show titled "Sing the Truth ... A Tribute to Nina Simone." Among the artists expected to appear are Tracy Chapman, the R&B duo Floetry, jazz newcomer Lizz Wright and author Toni Morrison.
Other performers include Dianne Reeves, Herbie Hancock, Abbey Lincoln and Ornette Coleman.
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