Three major festivals have announced R&B-heavy headline bills for next season, marking one of the strongest showings for soul music on the big-stage circuit in years.
Promoters say the bookings reflect ticket demand data rather than nostalgia, noting that R&B sets consistently drew some of the largest crowds at this year's events.
Agents for several headliners report that festival offers have grown more competitive, with multiple events bidding on the same artists.
Full lineups are expected to roll out over the coming weeks, with additional soul and gospel stages rumored at two of the festivals.
