Philly to Host Star-Studded 'One Philly: Unity Concert for America' on July 4th

The city of Philadelphia is gearing up to host the 'One Philly: Unity Concert for America' on July 4th, a free event open to the public celebrating the nation's 250th birthday. The concert promises a lineup of Pennsylvania's most celebrated performers, set against the backdrop of the historic Liberty Bell.

Headlining the event are Keystone State natives including Christina Aguilera, Will Smith and Jazzy Jeff, The Roots, Jill Scott, Kathy Sledge, and State Property. Adding to the diverse lineup are artists Seal and Infinity Song. The six-hour concert will be hosted by Wanda Sykes, a Philly-area resident, and will take place on Philadelphia’s Benjamin Franklin Parkway.

The 'One Philly: Unity Concert for America' is described by producers as “a nonpartisan celebration of unity, diversity, and democracy.” Organizers, including Questlove, Scott Mirkin, and Shawn Gee, aim to make it the largest free concert in the country. The City of Philadelphia and ESM Productions are the official hosts. Broadcast plans are forthcoming.

The concert kicks off at 5:00 p.m., with gates opening at 3:00 p.m. The festivities will conclude with a fireworks show over the Philadelphia Museum of Art at 11:45 p.m. More information is available on the City of Philadelphia’s website.

Scott Mirkin stated, “To help create a celebration for America’s 250th anniversary — in Philly, where the country’s story began — is an incredible honor. Our goal is to deliver a production experience that feels both global in scale and deeply rooted in the spirit of Philly.”

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker added, “Our Fourth of July concert is a historic homecoming for many of our City’s brightest stars. By uniting the vision of our Mayor’s office and so many other city leaders, the global broadcast and production of Scott Mirkin, and the unmatched musical legacy of the Roots and Live Nation Urban, the One Philly Unity Concert For America will celebrate the soul of Philadelphia and the spirit of our nation on a truly global scale.”

In a related celebration of America’s 250th, Rolling Stone highlighted influential Americans, including Barack Obama, The Kid Mero, and Chaka Khan, recognizing their contributions to the nation.

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