Elton John and Kanye West will headline this year’s Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival.
Bonnaroo takes place from June 12-15. The festival includes artists of many different genres. This will be Sir Elton John’s first time performing at Bonnaroo. Kanye West is returning to Bonnaroo after one of the most memorable appearances in 2008. According to the Associated Press, that year he made fans wait nearly two hours for his early morning set, which didn't start until 4:30 a.m.
Other performers scheduled to appear in Manchester, Tenn. for the festival include Frank Ocean, Lionel Richie, Vampire Weekend, The Avett Brothers, Lauryn Hill, and Skrillex, who will host one of Bonnaroo's SuperJams.
According to the LA Times, the complete Bonnaroo lineup includes Elton John, Kanye West, Jack White, Lionel Ritchie, Vampire Weekend, The Avett Brothers, Phoenix and Skrillex.
Bonnaroo draws about 80,000 people each year. It is a festival that includes comedy and film. Superfly and AC Entertainment produce the festival. Tickets will be on sale at noon Feb. 22 on the festival's website.
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