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Janet Jackson Is Still Nasty After All These Years

By Brittany Spanos

Brittany Spanos

Madison Square Garden in New York was a party on Monday night. That’s because Janet Jackson had taken over the arena for the first of two shows on her Together Again Tour . As the audience waited for the show to begin, the DJ got the energy up as he pumped kickback classics like Faith Evans’ “Love Like This” and, of course, some Jackson 5.

Ludacris opened, serving as a surprisingly fitting special guest. The conceit of his set was not knowing if the crowd was really full of “day-one Luda fans,” which is a hard thing for any millennial (or older member of the crowd) to not be. He ran through a verse or two of his biggest hits and guest spots — “Act a Fool,’ “Area Codes,” Fergie’s “Glamorous,” Lil Jon’s “Lovers & Friends” — pulling out his oversize sneakers for “Stand Up” and his fake big arms for “Get Back.” The crowd went especially wild for his iconic “Yeah!” verse and closer “Move Bitch.” 

The concert’s first act was a surprising run of material, including the first of three versions of “Together Again” she would perform throughout the night. The song is the tour’s namesake and helps mark the 25th anniversary of The Velvet Rope ; it’s also a powerful single about unity, inspired by her suddenly losing a friend from complications due to AIDS. Its many remixes and iterations served as a great through line for the show.

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The transition between “acts” showed the biggest glaring issue of the night: As she and her quartet of male dancers went backstage to change, the audience was left to stare for several minutes at pretty boring screen visuals (or nothing at all) while the music continued. It slowed the show down significantly, mellowing the high of getting to see Jackson live, in the flesh. 

Act II got the energy back up, as Jackson blazed through Eighties hits like “What Have You Done for Me Lately,” “Nasty,” and “The Pleasure Principle.” She still dances with the type of effortless, sweat-free ease that’s made her such a standout in all eras of her career. Some audience members saw their muscle memory activate as they themselves imitated the video choreography that was inescapable on MTV so many decades ago.

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For Jackson’s final act, she returned to the stage in a “Rhythm Nation” shirt before running through several songs from the classic 1989 album. The only divergence was for “Scream,” her hit 1995 duet with late brother Michael, though she brought it back to Rhythm Nation by mashing it up with a bit of “Black Cat.”

The encore began from backstage, as the camera caught Jackson singing while getting makeup touchups, then followed her back to the stage. Appropriately, the final song was another “Together Again,” this time the originally released version of the track. Jackson and her dancers joyfully ran around the stage, the most she let her diva-focused facade crack all night. They were even joined by four new dancers, two of whom won the opportunity to be onstage with her on an earlier episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. It was the end of a ruthlessly packed greatest-hits set, that even with the nearly 40 songs she ran through still left room for wanting more. Luckily, it doesn’t seem like Ms. Jackson is letting up anytime soon. 

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Things to do | review: janet jackson’s together again tour in tinley park is a return of the original janet.

The last time Janet Jackson visited Chicago in 2017 , she was as fun and sweet as always, but she didn’t feel quite the same. Her costumes were more subdued, the dance routines — while beautiful — were restricted. It was a good performance but a different Janet.

But the Janet Jackson of 2023 is a woman who has returned to her best form. Her movements were fluid, sexy and familiar. For audiences who may have missed the more provocative and cheeky performer of years past, the Together Again tour, which made a stop in Tinley Park Saturday night at the Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre, is a perfect trip down memory lane.

Rarely taking a breath between songs, Jackson glided across the stage, commanding the room as only a true professional could. Songs seamlessly blended into each other and dance moves fluidly emanated through her limbs. Being a performer, a showstopper, a true delight is not just what Janet Jackson does. It is who she is. And now, at the age of 57, she seems to be a performer who knows who she is, and what she means to her loving and diverse abundance of fans.

Wrapped in a majestic and deep purple cape, Jackson first took to the stage solo before donning a gold, sparkly bodysuit and dancing with four backup dancers. Rather than simply sticking to the hits, Jackson initially slipped into underrated tracks like “Feedback” from the album “Discipline” and “Damita Jo” off her 2004 album of the same name, a record that slipped through the cracks due to the fallout of her controversial Super Bowl performance earlier that year.

The inclusion of such songs spoke to the overall theme throughout the night. While this was very much the Janet Jackson fans had come to know and love throughout the years, it was also a performer here to give overdue love to the stickier years in her career.

In a set that clocked in at more than an hour and a half, and featured multiple costume changes and four acts, Jackson also ran through a bevy of her greatest hits, taking it all the way back to her mid-’80s breakout with songs like “What Have You Done for Me Lately” and “When I Think of You.” Fan favorites from her critically acclaimed 1989 album “Janet Jackson’s Rhythm Nation 1814? like the album’s title track, “Miss You Much” and “Alright” kept the audience enraptured and singing along from start to finish.

During a downtempo section of the evening, Jackson appeared solo on the stage again to sit and perform slow songs like “Let’s Wait Awhile” and “Together Again,” which she slowed down and transformed into a sensual-sounding ditty through Jimmy Jam’s “Deeper” remix. “Again,” another fan-favorite, was largely performed by the audience when Jackson turned the microphone to the crowd and sat back to bask in the love from her fans.

But I was most excited by the medley of tracks she deemed some of her personal favorites that she never got the chance to perform live. That includes songs like “Throb” from the 1993 album “janet” and the 1999 Blackstreet single “Girlfriend/Boyfriend,” for which Janet was a featured vocalist. The song, a minor hit for Blackstreet (it only reached number 47 on the Billboard Hot 100) fits in well with Jackson’s eclectic body of work.

Its inclusion here as part of her Together Again tour speaks to the breadth of Jackson’s career. She is not just a pop and R&B star. Her work in genres like house and rock (as heard in songs like “If” and “Black Cat,” both of which were heard last night) shows her taste is rich and a rarity in the mainstream music world.

After, she performed another deep cut, “Make Me,” a song Jackson hadn’t performed live in more than a decade. It was a rapturous and lovely moment. While the “Together Again” tour was certainly a trip down memory lane for both casual and die-hard fans, it’s clear the show was also a chance for Jackson to revel in the breadth of her success and to have fun diving into the deep body of work encompassing her career.

Britt Julious is a freelance critic.

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Janet Jackson's sexy, powerful Phoenix performance proves she's still the Queen of Pop

It’s been 37 years since Janet Jackson staked her claim as a pop icon in the making with “What Have You Done for Me Lately,” the first of six hit singles from “Control,” an aptly titled breakthrough album she released at 19 as the youngest member of the Jackson family.

Four years later, she became the only artist in the history of the Hot 100 to land seven singles from one album ("Janet Jackson’s Rhythm Nation 1814") in the Top 5.

And the hits kept coming well into this century.

By any reasonable standard, she remains one of the most successful pop stars of her generation, a point made abundantly clear in the breathless journey Jackson took through many of the highlights of her catalog at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre on Wednesday, June 7.

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It was immediately clear that Janet Jackson has still got the moves

The Together Again Tour, named for one of 10 songs Jackson took to No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot 100, drew a huge crowd to the outdoor venue, where she made her entrance in a hooded purple cloak and set the tone for her performance with “Damita Jo,” the title track to a triple-platinum triumph from 2004.

It wasn’t long before she lost the cloak to reveal a glittering gold catsuit with a purple bow around the waist as she moved quickly through the first of four acts flanked by four male dancers.

At 57, she’s still got the moves, leading her dancers through the sort of choreography she’s taught us to expect from a night out with Janet.

Or Ms. Jackson if you’re nasty.

And she sounded great, although her vocals did get overpowered in the mix at times — this despite the fact that she often appeared to be relying heavily on piped-in vocal tracks.

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Act II went heavy on 'Control,' including 'Nasty' and 'Let's Wait Awhile'

The second act went heavy on “Control,” from the hard-hitting digital R&B groove of “What Have You Done For Me Lately,” “When I Think of You” and “Nasty” to “Let’s Wait Awhile,” the soulful ballad for which Jackson took a seat.

By that point, the musicians in her touring band had emerged from the shadows, allowing the fans to see that she wasn’t just singing along to prerecorded tracks.

After letting the audience handle the vocals on “Again,” she brought the concert’s second act to a steamy conclusion by giving her dancers a chair dance while performing “I Get Lonely.”

Act III highlights ranged from two chart-topping singles released at the turn of the century, “Doesn’t Really Matter” and “All For You,” to a suitably erotic “So Excited,” which she prefaced by her telling her fans “Y’all got me so excited up here.”

Janet Jackson rocked a Rhythm Nation T-shirt for the final act

For the fourth and final act, Jackson returned to the stage in a “Rhythm Nation” T-shirt and jacket and put the spotlight squarely on that classic album, from “The Knowledge” to all four singles that she took to No. 1 before bringing the set to a triumphant finish with the title track.

That last act also featured her iconic older brother, Michael Jackson, in the video to “Scream.”

She signed off with a one-song encore, singing “Together Again” one final time.

By that point, she’d done roughly 40 songs in a nearly two-hour performance, from giant hits to album tracks, including several songs she hadn’t performed before this tour.

Many songs were featured in abbreviated versions or medleys, the better to cover more ground, an approach that kept things moving like a halftime show while also serving as a breathtaking reminder of just what a cultural force she’s been for nearly 40 years.

And speaking of halftime show performances, it may be time the NFL considered having Jackson back to headline her own halftime show at next year’s Super Bowl. She’s clearly got the hits — and moves — to turn in one of the more memorable shows in recent memory.

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DJ Infamous Talk2Me got the party started, spinning classic tracks from Prince’s “Kiss” to the Sugarhill Gang’s “Apache” and the Jackson 5’s “I Want You Back.”

He also called for a moment of silence to honor Tina Turner, whose death inspired a heartfelt tribute at the Lizzo show in Phoenix , where the singer shouted, "Without Tina Turner, there would be no rock 'n' roll," before leading her band in a raucous cover of "Proud Mary."

At the end of his set, DJ Infamous Talk2Me welcomed Ludacris to the stage for a wildly entertaining opening set that hit the ground running with “Southern Fried Intro.”

Two songs in, he greeted the crowd with “I go by the name of Ludacris and I just want to say, humbly speaking, I was born to be on this stage.” And with that, he was off on a fast-rapping trip through his catalog, from “Act a Fool” and “Southern Hospitality” to “What’s Your Fantasy” and “Stand Up.”

That last one found Ludacris prowling the stage in giant sneakers, saying, “Don’t act like y’all didn’t see these big-ass shoes.”

On “Ludaversal,” he shouted “I’m as hungry as the first day,” and that’s exactly how it felt as he delivered on his promise to “give you the show of a lifetime celebrating 23 years of platinum hits.”

Janet Jackson 2023 setlist

"Damita Jo"

"Together Again" (DJ Premier Remix)

"So Much Betta"

"If" (Containing elements of the KAYTRANADA Remix)

"No Sleeep"

"Got 'til It's Gone"

"That's the Way Love Goes"

"What Have You Done for Me Lately" (containing elements of “BURNITUP!”)

"The Pleasure Principle"

"Because of Love"

"When I Think of You"

"The Best Things in Life Are Free"

"When We Oooo"

"Together Again" (Jimmy Jam Deeper Remix)

"Come Back to Me"

"Let's Wait Awhile" (containing elements of "Lonely” and “Funny How Time Flies (When You’re Having Fun)”)

"Any Time, Any Place"

"I Get Lonely"

"Doesn't Really Matter"

"All for You"

"Come On Get Up"

"Throb" (containing elements of “Free Xone”)

"Girlfriend/Boyfriend"

"Like You Don't Love Me"

"Do It 2 Me"

"So Excited"

"The Knowledge"

"Miss You Much"

"Love Will Never Do (Without You)"

"Scream" (containing elements of “Black Cat”)

"Rhythm Nation"

"Together Again"

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Hi, CCTV Crew!

I had the privilege of witnessing an icon in the flesh, Janet Jackson, who brought her 50 years of experience to her unforgettable "Together Again"concert. Here's my honest review of Janet Jackson's concert!

Among the shows I've attended in the past year, including Rina Sawayama and FLO's show, as well as a few K-pop spectacles , Janet's performance ranks among the best. Whether it was the overwhelming wave of nostalgia or Janet's sheer force of nature, she truly lived up to all the accolades. From the smooth check-in process to the electric atmosphere of the venue, everything was set for a remarkable night.

The demographic for this concert was very diverse! Young, old, people of all races were ready to be a part of Janet’s “Rhythm Nation” and I was excited to see Janet even after almost being trampled before her set at Global Citizen in 2018.

Before the Queen of Pop graced the stage, we were treated to a performance by the Queen Bee of Rap herself, Lil' Kim. While Ludacris was originally slated to be the opening act for the "Together Again" tour, his absence was due to his receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Lil' Kim, fresh from her set at the Lovers & Friends Festival, brought some of that energy to Janet's show and I’ve got some notes…

Now, don’t get me wrong, I was bumbling with the Bee, but Kimberly Jones has never been a dancer. So, when she attempted some Michael Jackson and Janet-inspired choreography, it was evident that she was stepping out of her comfort zone.   While her efforts were endearing, her background dancers lacked precision. There were too many instances where they swarmed the stage, going all out with their freestyle moves, resulting in a bit of onstage chaos. The set felt somewhat incomplete and disjointed, with one of the dancers even forgetting to take off his backstage pass!   I think the most mind-blowing part of Kim’s set was the DJ’s uncreative usage of explosions at the end of each song. I cannot tell you how many times Chris and I rolled our eyes.

Even with all of the chaos, it was fun to see a Hip Hop legend.

Now on to the main event: Janet Jackson!

The show was separated by 4 acts, 5 if you count the encore. Accompanied by 3 dancers (the fourth, Denzel, was unwell) instead of her usual small company of dancers, a band, and a fabulous high ponytail, Janet performed her greatest hits as well as some of her never performed tracks (“Girlfriend/Boyfriend", "Like You Don't Love Me”, "Do It 2 Me")

The intro to the first act was a montage of the last 50 years of her magnificence. From her time on The Jacksons variety show, her Diane Sawyer interview and even stills from her movie career, the audience was reminded why we loved Janet.

Once Janet took the stage, she donned a royal purple, romantic cloak, giving her the silhouette of a grand wizard of music. It was the only time we’d see the robe so she let us soak in the image as she gave us the trademark Jackson stare (you know the one!). We were truly in for a treat. We got crisp dance moves (a combination of classic and new choreo) tasteful, fun musical mashups, and costume changes (including the debut of an orange ensemble in Act 3).

The pacing of the show was good, allowing us to jam to our favorite hits while still grooving to her lesser-known gems. Although the setlist was packed with Janet's hits (with only a few omissions like "You Want This"), we were treated to shortened versions or medleys. The band delivered fabulous transitions, unlike Lil' Kim's DJ. I must note that the sound in the venue was quite loud, with vibrations coursing through our bodies, but luckily, we had earplugs to enhance the sound quality and ensure a comfortable concert experience (shoutout to EARPEACE for that!)

Janet's singing was on point, although she typically lip-syncs. There were moments when her mic was on for a few select songs, speaking moments or giving us the occasional "Woo!". Her flawless execution showcased her well-rehearsed performance. My only small complaint is that when Janet finally had the handheld mic, she only sang some parts of "Again," prompting the crowd to sing the majority of it.

While there were some instances where the staging felt unbalanced due to one dancer's absence, Janet and the remaining three dancers handled the adjustments with grace. I would have preferred more relevant graphics and images on the LED screens, as they mostly displayed landscape and scenic pictures instead of aligning with the songs. I think those little details would have wrapped the show up in a perfect package.

Overall, seeing Janet live was as amazing as I had anticipated, leaving me craving more. She proved once again why she is an unparalleled entertainer.

Together Again Tour Setlist

"Damita Jo"

"Together Again" (DJ Premier Remix)

"So Much Betta"

"No Sleeep" / "Got 'Til It's Gone" / "That's the Way Love Goes" / "Enjoy"

"What Have You Done For Me Lately" / "Nasty"

"The Pleasure Principle"

"Because of Love"

"When I Think of You" / "Diamonds"

"The Best Things In Life Are Free"

"When We Oooo"

"Together Again" (Deeper Remix)

"Come Back to Me" / "Let's Wait Awhile"

"Any Time, Any Place"

"I Get Lonely" 

"Doesn't Really Matter"

"All for You"

"Come On Get Up"

"Free Xone" / "Throb"

"Girlfriend/Boyfriend" / "Like You Don't Love Me" / "Do It 2 Me"

"So Excited"

"The Knowledge"

"Miss You Much"

"Love Will Never Do (Without You)"

"Alright" / "Escapade"

"Black Cat"

"Rhythm Nation"

Act V: Encore

"Together Again"

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On April 19th, Webster Hall was filled with “FLO Lifers” eagerly awaiting the UK girl group FLO who are currently embarking on their “FLO Live” tour. Formed 2019, FLO consists of Jorja Douglas, Renee Downer, & Stella Quaresma. The group’s style distinctly derives from R&B and Hip-Hop from the 1990’s and early 2000s. For a more in-depth analysis FLO’s sound and trajectory watch here ( https://youtu.be/i18hpBoW4EU )/ <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/i18hpBoW4EU" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe>

Before FLO took the stage, Samaria, an Oakland R&B singer, opened the show. Samaria started with a simple backdrop featuring her name, keys, and drums. The audience seemed familiar with her music and if they were not, they were supportive and living in the moment. Samaria interacted with the audience well and related to them on the basis of terrible ex's and a journey through a toxic relationship. Samaria’s songs had interesting cadences, but what was   missing for us was backing vocals on the track to delineate verses from choruses. After doing some research we found that the “Out of the Way” singer has a sound also inspired by 00s R&B, with a some tracks tracks full of fun guitar licks and drum patterns reminiscent of Timbaland, but none of those instruments were present in her performance. Her backline consisted of a keyboardist and a drummer. Although Samaria sounded good, at times the keyboard’s volume was overpowering.   She worked the stage, nonetheless and   good job. 7.5 out of 10 ! ()SCORE

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Next up was the much-anticipated FLO, and the girls opened with "Not My Job." They were all dressed in black with cute cutouts, and their outfits were shimmery (I love sparkle!) which was a welcome change from their wardrobe at the MOBO awards. Their faces were beat (we love a “natural glam”),

their vocals were tight, and their choreography was utilized well to highlight grooves. The chemistry between the girls was undeniable, and their vocal blend was seamless— absolutely chill-inducing. Jorja's thick vocal tone took the songs to a soulful place, and Stella's airy delivery allowed her to float at the top of the group's harmonies. Renee's smooth, warm alto voice added a coolness to their sound and gained a lot more stability in live singing. I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention FLO’s band! The band consisted of some past schoolmates, which added another layer of charm to the whole set!

The absolute highlight of the show was "Losing You” In this live arrangement, the girls emoted and connected with the audience on a deeper level. Chris loved harmonized adlibs, brand new bridge and extra outdo including a guitar solo.   As a special treat, FLO performed a cover of Jamelia's version of "Superstar" by Christine Militon.   Even though a majority of the NYC crowd had no clue who Jamelia was and didn't know the song, the girls did teach the chorus before singing the song, so some fans were able to follow along. Chris and I certainly knew the song and even received compliments on synchronized impromptu choreography.

Speaking of choreo…

The girls' choreography was something we were curious to see, and they did not disappoint. They danced well, and they were given grooves as opposed to sharp movements that really complemented each member's personal style. In terms of technique, they aren’t K-pop idols so we weren’t expecting crazy formations and “point dances,” but you can tell they put in the work to provide another layer of entrainment to the experience. There was even some chair-ography for their performance of "Change," a new track about a lover's inability to "do the work" necessary to improve the condition of the relationship.

The girls did perform their latest single, "Fly Girl" ft Missy Elliot, and although Missy Elliot was present in the audience, she did not join the performance.

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Fans (the FLO Lifers) were absolutely living their best lives! They knew all the words to FLO’s songs—the BGV's and the ad-libs. It was a room full of genuine love and screams! FLO closed the night with their debut single, "Cardboard Box," and this performance featured a heavenly bridge section.

Overall, the show was good, and for this to be the group's first headlining tour, we were impressed with the girls’ improvement from performances like the MOBO Awards, where nerves played a noticeable factor. FLO is worth the hype for sure, and we cannot wait to see the new era of girl groups being led by FLO. For their NYC debut, we rate them a 9 out of 10! FLO Lifers left Webster Hall with unforgettable memories and high expectations for FLO's future performances.

Janet Jackson delivers the hits — and some live rarities — in style during Memphis show

Though an infrequent visitor to the Bluff City during the first 30 years of her career, Janet Jackson has made Memphis a regular touring stop over the last decade, and the five-time Grammy winner, Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famer and musical icon returned to FedExForum on Saturday night .

The week, which began with a modern day pop/R&B queen in Lizzo performing at the Downtown arena , closed with Jackson brining her “Together Again” tour to the venue.

After a couple shows in the ‘90s, at the Mid-South Coliseum and Pyramid, Jackson made a belated return to town in 2015 at FedExForum, in support of a then-new album, “Unbreakable,” and returned on the back end of the “State of the World” tour in 2017 .

On Saturday, she arrived six shows into her current “Together Again” jaunt, playing for what looked to be a capacity crowd, which packed out the top tiers of FedExForum.

The audience arrived early thanks to the presence of hip-hop hitmaker Ludacris, who provided support, opening the show.

The Atlanta rapper — who has carved a second successful career as an actor, in such projects as Craig Brewer's made-in-Memphis "Hustle & Flow" and the "Fast & Furious" movie franchise — got the crowd going as he delivered a 13-song, 45-minute set filled with Dirty South classics (“Act A Fool,” “Move B****”) and several smashes that he is featured on, including “All I Do Is Win.”

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Jackson’s performance was preceded by a video highlighting her long career in entertainment, which began in 1974 as a 7-year old child actor on the hit sitcom “Good Times.”

As the photo display — celebrating “Fifty years of me” — built to a crescendo, a curtain dropped dramatically and Jackson appeared centerstage wrapped head to toe in a majestic purple cloak, which she soon ditched revealing a gold lamé body suit, as a troupe of male dancers surrounded her.

Much like Lizzo’s concert earlier in the week , Jackson’s headlining performance was divided into multiple themed acts, featuring a well-plotted and -paced set of nearly 40 songs from across her career — sometimes done in full, other times as remixed snippets or part of a larger medley.

“This is for all you diehards,” Jackson said, referencing live rarities like the title track of her 2004 album, “Damita Jo,” the 2006 “20 Y.O.” album cut “Enjoy” and the 1993 single “Because of Love,” which figured prominently in the first half of the show.

She seemed to ease into the evening’s performance, with a soulful first act filled with deep cuts, before turning up the heat with a selection of massive era-defining MTV anthems including "What Have You Done for Me Lately," "Control," "Again," "Miss You Much," "Black Cat" and "Rhythm Nation."

Jackson — whose live show has always been hailed more for its dancing and choreography than her singing — also upped the ante from her recent Memphis outings, adding a cutting-edge video production and elaborate costuming (including numerous outfit changes) to the overall spectacle.

The audience — more mature, or grown and sexy, as compared to the Lizzo crowd — was willing to follow Jackson as she traced her history in song, in a concert that had more style than musical substance, but which seemed to satisfy her fans nonetheless.

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Janet Jackson''s black-and-white "Rhythm Nation" music video won MTV''s 1990 Video Vanguard Award.

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Ludacris, pictured in Los Angeles in February, is the special-guest opening act on Janet Jackson''s "Together Again" tour.

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Janet Jackson, pictured in 2022, opened her "Together Again" tour Wednesday night at the Amway Center in Orlando.

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Janet Jackson visited Walt Disney World for a 2022 vacation and enjoyed some time at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at Epcot.

The Rhythm Nation turned out Wednesday night as Janet Jackson kicked off her “Together Again” tour at Orlando’s Amway Center — and it has some new members: In the row behind me were both a baby and a curly-haired moppet who was out pretty late for a school night.

“You’re about to see one of the greatest entertainers of all time, and you don’t even know it,” Mom told the baby excitedly.

Jackson, 56, surely put on the expected spectacle in an hour and 45 minutes: lasers, giant set pieces, a video appearance by late brother Michael on “Scream,” and four hardworking male backup dancers who added the requisite sex-appeal sizzle and re-created iconic choreography from Jackson’s memorable music videos of the 1980s and ’90s.

The opening moments featured a photo essay of her life from child star — little Penny on TV’s “Good Times” — to superstar. In true diva fashion, the video screen dramatically rose to reveal the performer in a hooded, voluminous purple cape. After two minutes, that was shed to reveal a gold-sequin garment and knee-high boots.

The music was in full swing by that time, with an electronica-influenced remix of “Feedback.”

Jackson’s style for this tour was to perform a series of megamixes, with hit flowing into hit into hit. This was a positive — she has a lot of hits to get through — but it also could be a negative if you wanted to hear a complete version of a favorite song. (Oh, what an unforgivable tease for “Black Cat” fans.)

Jackson’s lower notes were often lost in the sound mix, but she sounded in good form in her mid- and upper range. Her voice retains that distinctive mix of girlish breathiness and firm control.

Speaking of “Control,” that 1986 hit featured in one of the evening’s strongest segments, performed with a striking black-and-white color palette of costumes, lights and video projections.

“What Have You Done For Me Lately” gave way to the “Gimme a beat!” of “Nasty.” “The Pleasure Principle,” “When I Think of You,” “Diamonds” … it was a rhythmic trip back to high school for me — and many others singing along in the audience.

On a set of slower tunes, Jackson encouraged the crowd to sing so much of the beautiful ballad “Again” that when she ended with “Thank you so much,” it was unclear if she was responding to crowd applause or actually grateful that the audience carried the tune.

Throughout, Jackson didn’t have much time for patter with the audience. She can be forgiven, considering the amount of dancing she did — dancing that garnered as many cheers as the music. She did seem to be enjoying herself, though, letting out little laughs and encouraging the crowd with shouts of “C’mon!”

The choreography was mostly energetic and athletic — except for that part where she rubbed her hands all over her shirtless dancers. Highlights included more playful moves on “A Song For You” and fiercely precise formation dancing for “Miss You Much” and, of course, “Rhythm Nation.”

Opener Ludacris did a fine job getting the crowd revved up as he kept a groovin’ flow going through “Money Maker,” “What’s Your Fantasy,” “Move … (Get Out the Way)” and other fan favorites in a 45-minute set. Sporting ginormous white sneakers, he had the crowd chanting “Just Like That” in “Stand Up.” Another hearty refrain: “If you ain’t got no money, take your broke … home” from his “Glamorous” collaboration with Fergie.

Of special note, and yes, this is an old-dude comment: Ludacris’s sound mix was appropriately bass-heavy and concert-style loud without the excruciating, headache-inducing volume that’s all too common at such concerts. See, sound techs; it can be done!

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Janet Jackson Kicks Off Opening Night of Her 'Together Again Tour' in Florida with 40-Song Set

The music superstar ran through some of her biggest hits, including "All for You," "I Get Lonely" and “What Have You Done for Me Lately"

Janet Jackson is back on the road for the first time in nearly four years , and she's brought a massive, 40-song setlist with her.

The pop legend, 56, kicked off her long-awaited Together Again Tour on Friday at the Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Fla., outside of Fort Lauderdale. The outing marked her first time on tour since her fall 2019 run of shows in celebration of the 30th anniversary of Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814 .

Her latest performance (named in honor of her The Velvet Rope hit), focused on her decades-long catalog — with live debuts of a few deeper cuts and performances of essentials, such as "All For You," "That's the Way Love Goes" and of course, "Together Again."

Jackson opened the show, per USA Today , with a live debut of "Damita Jo" off her 2004 album of the same name, before sharing the DJ Premier remix of "Together Again," smash "Got 'Til It's Gone" and others during the first part of her performance. She walked out on stage after a video compilation of some of her finest moments played for the crowd, as she wore a purple cloak and stood center stage to thunderous applause.

Other live debuts took place during Jackson's set — split into five acts — including tracks "Enjoy" and "Because of Love," per USA Today .

The show's second act included smashes like "Control" and "Nasty," with a third act focusing on the "Together Again" remix and "I Get Lonely" remix — tying it into the 25th anniversary of her classic LP The Velvet Rope . A fourth act contained performances of "Doesn't Really Matter," "All For You" and "Do It 2 Me," a fifth act included "Rhythm Nation" and "Scream," and for a grand finale, Janet once again treated fans to "Together Again."

And of course, since it's a Janet Jackson outing, the Together Again Tour was stacked with stellar choreography that fans should be all too familiar with, and a few costume changes reminiscent of her many eras and looks through the years, including a black Rhythm Nation crop top.

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Jackson announced the tour back in December when she shared that the 33-date trip around North America will have her touching down in New York, Los Angeles, Austin, Toronto, and beyond as she's joined by hip-hop heavyweight Ludacris .

"You guys, I miss you so much, I am so excited to see you," Janet said in an Instagram video revealing the news. "You guys have no idea, I've missed you so much, so much, and I can't wait to be with you. I'm so excited."

The tour, which will close out in Seattle, Wash. on June 21, follows Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814 anniversary tour, and her Metamorphosis Las Vegas residency from the summer of 2019. Before that, she promoted her last studio album, Unbreakable , during the three legs of her State of the World Tour from 2017-2019.

The Together Again Tour also marks her 50th anniversary in entertainment and the 30th anniversary of her janet LP, according to a release.

As for the current happenings in Jackson's life, the pop icon told Essence in their July/August 2022 issue that her focus at the moment was on being a mother. She welcomed son Eissa , 6, in January 2017 with ex-husband Wissam Al Mana.

"Even though it's something that I absolutely love, it still is my work, my job," she said. "There will be music at some point. Exactly when? I can't say just yet, but there will be. I love it too much not to do it. This is all I know. There's so much that I want to do — but my No. 1 job is being a mama."

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Janet Jackson set list: All of the songs on her Together Again tour

 Fans have clamored to see Janet Jackson back on a stage since 2019, and the six-act Together Again Tour held its promise of showcasing Jackson’s 40-plus-year career.

The live debuts of "Damita Jo" – the title track of Jackson’s 2004 album – as well as "Enjoy" "Because of Love" and tracks from her 2006 album, "20 Y.O," popped off her set list from opening night on Friday in Hollywood, Florida, just outside of Fort Lauderdale.

But the hits parade was formidable, with appearances of most of her mega MTV-era hits, including "What Have You Done for Me Lately," "Control," "Again," "Miss You Much," "Black Cat" and "Rhythm Nation."

Fans flocked to social media to praise the set list that Jackson , 56, cultivated, as well as her sharp choreography and numerous costume changes.

Jackson’s tour  repeats at the Hard Rock Live Arena on Sunday and will zip around the country until June 21 in Seattle.

Here is a look at her set list from her first show.

1.     "Damita Jo"

2.     "Together Again" (DJ Premier Remix)

3.     "Feedback"

4.     "So Much Betta"

5.     "If"

6.     "No Sleeep" / "Got 'Til It's Gone" / "That's the Way Love Goes" / "Enjoy"

7.     "What Have You Done For Me Lately" / "Nasty"

8.     "The Pleasure Principle"

9.     "Because of Love"

10.  "When I Think of You" / "Diamonds"

11.  "The Best Things In Life Are Free"

12.  "Control"

13.  "When We Oooo" (intermission interlude)

14.  "Together Again" (Deeper Remix)

15.  "Come Back to Me" / "Let's Wait Awhile"

16.  "Lonely" / "Funny How Time Flies (When You're Having Fun)" (Remix)

17.  "Again"

18.  "Any Time, Any Place"

19.  "I Get Lonely" (TNT Remix)

20.  "The Body That Loves You" (interlude) (contains elements of "Runaway", "You Want This", and "Spending Time With You")

21.  "Doesn't Really Matter"

22.  "All for You"

23.  "Come On Get Up"

24.  "Free Xone" / "Throb"

25.  "Girlfriend/Boyfriend" / "Like You Don't Love Me" / "Do It 2 Me"

26.  "So Excited"

27.  "New Agenda" / "The Knowledge"

28.  "Miss You Much"

29.  "Love Will Never Do (Without You)"

30.  "Alright" / "Escapade"

31.  "Scream"

32.  "Black Cat"

33.  "Rhythm Nation"

Act VI: Encore

34.  "Together Again"

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The three-month outing is slated to kick off in April.

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Janet Jackson took to Instagram on Monday morning (Dec. 12) to make a live announcement about her 2023 North American arena/amphitheater tour. “I’m going back on tour and, yes, we will be together again,” said the singer with a smile, noting that the name of the outing is Together Again. “I miss you guys so much and I cannot wait to see you,” she added.

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The tour is slated to kick off on April 14 in Hollywood, Florida at Hard Rock Live Arena and feature stops in Atlanta, Memphis, Nashville, New York, Atlantic City, Milwaukee, Dallas, Los Angeles and Portland before winding down on June 21 in Seattle, WA at Climate Pledge Arena.

A promotional video promised a night of hits, plus new music during a celebration of Jackson’s 50th anniversary as an entertainer, with a press release noting that the shows will spotlight tow of her most critically acclaimed albums: 1993’s janet and 1997’s The Velvet Rope . The fan pre-sale begins on Tuesday (Dec. 13) at 11 a.m. local time, with the general on-sale kicking off on Friday (Dec. 16) at 11 a.m. local time; click here for more information on tickets. Jackson’s last major tour was in 2019, on which she celebrated the 30th anniversary of her landmark Rhythm Nation 1814 album.

In October, Jackson surprised friends and fans by showing up at a London party celebrating the 25th anniversary reissue of her 1997 Velvet Rope album. The set was re-released on Oct. 7 via digital retailers and streamers with additional bonus tracks, including 10 cuts that made their official streaming debut.

“I was going through so much in my life,” Jackson said at the event, “and it was so deep, in trying to find and figure out who I am, where I stand. And at the end of the day, like I did with the other albums, just putting it down, never keeping a journal. I’m sure a lot of you already know this. And I didn’t know if my fans would like it.”

See Jackson’s announcement and the 2023 dates below.

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Janet Jackson 2023 Together Again tour dates:

April 14 — Hollywood, FL @ Hard Rock Live

April 19 — Orlando, FL @ Amway Center

April 21 — Savannah, GA @ Enmarket Arena

April 22 — Birmingham, AL @ Legacy Arena

April 25 — Columbia, SC @ Colonial Life Arena

April 27 — Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena

April 29 — Memphis, TN @ FedEx Forum

April 30 — St. Louis, MO @ Enterprise Center

May 2 — Kansas City, MO @ T-Mobile Center

May 4 — Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena

May 6 — Bristow, VA @ Jiffy Lube Live

May 9 — New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden

May 12 — Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion

May 13 — Baltimore, MD @ CFG Bank Arena

May 14 — Virginia Beach, VA @ Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater

May 19 — Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center

May 20 — Atlantic City, NJ @ Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

May 23 — Toronto, ON @ Budweiser Stage

May 24 — Detroit, MI @ Little Caesars Arena

May 26 — Noblesville, IN @ Ruoff Music Center

May 27 — Tinley Park, IL @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre Chicago

May 28 — Milwaukee, WI @ American Family Insurance Amphitheater

May 30 — St. Paul, MN @ Xcel Energy Center

June 2 — Dallas, TX @ Dos Equis Pavilion

June 4 — Austin, TX @ Moody Center

June 7 — Phoenix, AZ @ Ak-Chin Pavilion

June 9 — Irvine, CA @ FivePoint Amphitheatre

June 10 — Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Bowl

June 11 — San Diego, CA @ North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre

June 16 — Mountain View, CA @ Shoreline Amphitheatre

June 20 — Portland, ME @ Moda Center

June 21 — Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena

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Janet Jackson dances through a hit-packed performance at the Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City

After it kicked off last month in Florida, the “Together Again” tour made a New Jersey stop with DJ Infamous and Ludacris.

Only an artist as firmly ensconced in their diva status as Janet Jackson could open a concert with a video montage titled “50 Years … of Me,” as the singer did at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City on Saturday night. It was a night of a nearly 40-song set packed with hits, precision dance moves, and several costume changes.

When DJ Infamous asked how many in the crowd were high schoolers in the 1990s, as he spun a selection of classic R&B and hip-hop tracks to kick off the evening, not everyone at the Hard Rock responded. Those that remained silent were more likely to have graduated well before that date, with their Janet fandom dating back to when she was a child star in Good Times or Diff’rent Strokes in the late ‘70s, or as she became a defining presence on MTV in the ‘80s.

Another multimedia celebrity opened the show. Ludacris’ rapid-fire 30-minute set included his own hits and verses he’d contributed to songs by the likes of Usher and DJ Khaled. The oversized sneakers and biceps from his music videos even made brief appearances. On Friday, he was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

As the curtain opened on the headliner Saturday night, it revealed Jackson as almost a museum piece, standing center stage shrouded in a purple cloak and hood as she sang “Damita Jo,” the title track from her lesser-heralded 2004 album. Once she emerged from that velvet cocoon, Jackson — who celebrated her 57th birthday at the Divine Lorraine Hotel on Monday at a party hosted by Questlove — remained in nearly constant motion throughout the next two hours.

Jackson’s “Together Again” tour, which kicked off last month in Florida, is meticulously choreographed throughout — undeniably impressive in its nonstop dance moves, though a bit airless when it came to the connection between Janet and her adoring fans.

Aside from saying “I love you” a few times, Jackson didn’t speak much; the most affecting moment of the show came in silence, as she aimed her microphone at the crowd and let them handle the vocals for much of her ballad “Again,” seeming moved almost to tears in the process.

Even when Jackson did sing, her voice remained largely buried in the mix, nearly drowned out by her five-piece band (hidden in the shadows at the sides of the stage) and bolstered by a vocal track that carried the weight when the dancing took precedence. The singer promised a few songs never performed before in concert, then remained mostly close-lipped through a medley of obscure cuts like “Throb” and “Do It 2 Me.”

Jackson was never known for a powerhouse voice even in her prime, so it’s safe to say that her fans were thrilled just to watch her move. She did that impressively, along with a retinue of three skilled male dancers whose color-coded outfits turned them into Jackson’s muscular accessories. The show was broken into four acts, each with its own outfit and color scheme and jam-packed with songs performed in whole or, more often, in part.

After shedding the purple cloak, Jackson reemerged in a sparkling gold bodysuit accented by a purple bow, the dancers roaming the two-tiered stage in matching purple suits.

The second act, during which Jackson marathoned through classics like “Nasty,” “Control,” and “I Get Lonely,” was in stark black and white.

Part Three featured a bright-orange jumpsuit with deep cuts, while the final act took its cue from the monotone black palette of Jackson’s Rhythm Nation 1814 and featured the impressive run of favorites from that album: “Miss You Much,” “Love Will Never Do (Without You),” “Escapade,” and “Rhythm Nation.” Michael Jackson even made a posthumous appearance on video for the siblings’ duo “Scream.”

The encore opened with live footage of Jackson backstage at her makeup table, following her onstage as she launched into the evening’s third version of tour theme song “Together Again.” It proved an apt thread to weave the night together — not only as a celebration of post-pandemic togetherness, but as an acknowledgment that Jackson’s fans were simply thrilled to bask in her presence once more.

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Janet Jackson Performs a NEW Song & Reunites with Jermaine Dupri at the ‘Together Again Tour’ in Atlanta

Janet Jackson is delivering on her promise of performing new music on her ‘Together Again Tour.’

The much-praised trek made a major stop in Atlanta last night ( April 26 ) and delivered many a memorable moment.

For, Ms. Jackson thrilled with a preview performance of a brand-new track.

She also reunited with Jermaine Dupri on stage for a rendition of ‘Do It 2 It’ from 2006’s ’20 YO.’

The pair famously dated for seven years before going their separate ways in 2009.

Check out all the action from the ‘Together Again Tour’ stop in the ATL below…

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What don’t Janet get, he f***** up the music. He was rude to her on mtv. Songs horrible..She needs to call Kanye back. So he can do a full album for her.

What are you even talking about? JD didn’t do the new song and Do It to Me has been a fan favorite since 20YO…

Chile, you can’t tell these people anything. they still will deny this woman’s brilliance, and that’s okay, her career speaks for itself…her legacy speaks for itself….all roads lead back to Janet….every female artist new and old will say that they were inspired by Janet…it’s no denying that.

The song is a whispery mess. This is should not be the first single Janet.

When you become a producer, writer, and on her payroll then you can perhaps negotiate what she shoulld or shouldn’t release, but right now you’re none of the above and in fact you can’t produce, write or direct you own life…so shut it.

I love Janet but I don’t dig the new song. I need some up tempo fierceness

I can barely hear anything. Sounds like a cute vibe though

I’m a huge Janet fan, but I could barely understand what she was saying on the new song, and we need up tempo Janet. Would love to see a collaboration with an artist like Doja Cat, Bruno Mars, or even maybe SZA

If you low budget nobodies stop judging and let her do her then you all will be better in your lives. She’s not chasing clout like FARTonce, she doesn’t need to work with or is attempting to work with these newer artist to get in on their relevancy like COPYonce does. She has spoken with Bruno Mars many times about working together she admires and respect him and his work and he admires and has been a fan of hers for decades, inspired by her and Mike….Janet allows these new artist to enjoy their own new found fame and is not trying to get a hit record off of their relevancy, you only see that in people like madonna and beyawnce because they rely on ways of trying to stay relevant.

She needs to whisper louder

Chile yall been talking about her soft voice and whispering $150 Million Records sold ago…(I hope you caught that) If you didn’t, Janet has an Oscar Nomination, Grammys, American Music Award, Billboard Awards, Rock N Roll Hall of Fame, etc., to back up that whispering along with a bank account that if I could whisper and make millions I would too.

The new song doesn’t grab me right away As usual I like the melody on the hook. It’s catchy I wanted more upbeat too but Janet I kno likes to lead w a laidback single n then come upbeat on the next

Not feeling it…. The crowds was so loud. But She killed it tho.

I couldn’t hear a thing seriously. Turn up the volume.

Hot mess as always 💅🏾 should’ve brought Justin Timberlake to the stage and apologized for what she did to him on halftime show. #JUSTICE FOR JUSTIN

You trailor park trash, stop hating and f*** Justin!

No. F Janet the stripping grandma.

In what world are you live in ?

I’ll hold my opinion for when I can hear it in full.

Even as a big fan, I can give honest criticism, and I have to say I like this song already. I hear enough elements to know that this is going to sound great over the stereo. Only thing I don’t know is if it will hold my interest all summer. I thought I loved her last album and now I listen to only one or two songs from it.

How you like a song you can barely hear? lol

Glad to see night 1 of Atlanta started off with a bang. Let’s see if she shows up at the Hawks game…the best free tour press ever!!!

Love what I’m hearing of the new song so far! Feels fresh but also not chasing any trends… she is 56, not 30 something, you all want her to be giving you booty bangers its not gonna happen – when she was you didn’t support. Your loss!

I’m grateful Janet even chooses to do any of this and will support any new music that she decides to release… would I love a club banger! YES! but I’m not going to demand it or be disappointed if she does something that represents where she is at in her life NOW. its not 2004 or 2006 or 2008 anymore.

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Janet Jackson announces 2023 'Together Again' tour: All the details

Jackson will kick off the 33-city tour in April.

Janet Jackson made a special announcement Monday morning: She's heading back out on tour.

Dubbed the "Together Again" tour, Jackson also revealed she's tapped rapper Ludacris to join the multidate trek as her special guest.

Not only does this mark Jackson's first tour in four years, it'll be her ninth concert tour overall.

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The tour launches Friday, April 14, at the Hard Rock Live Arena in Hollywood, Florida. From there, she will hit up major North American cities, such as Nashville, Tennessee; Toronto; Dallas; Phoenix; Portland, Oregon; Baltimore; and Milwaukee.

She'll wrap the 33-date trek on Wednesday, June 21, at the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington.

Jackson began teasing the tour on Sunday when she took to Twitter and cryptically told fans to join her for a "special announcement" Monday morning. During an Instagram Live announcing the tour, she teased, "There will be new music."

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She also expressed how much she missed seeing her fans and how excited she is to be on the road again.

"You guys have no idea, I've missed you so much, so much, and I can’t wait to be with you. I'm so excited," she said.

Tickets go on sale Friday, Dec. 16, at 11 a.m. local venue time via Live Nation. Citi cardmembers will be able to access a special presale via citientertainment.com beginning Tuesday at 11 a.m. local venue time, which will run until Thursday, Dec. 15, at 10 p.m. local venue time.

For a complete list of tour stops, head on over to Jackson's official website.

The pop star's last tour was 2019's brief 11-date concert tour titled Janet Jackson: A Special 30th Anniversary Celebration of Rhythm Nation.

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The All of You star unveiled the dates on Monday, revealing that the trek will kick off in Paris on 25 September before heading over to the U.K., before heading over to the U.K. for stops in Birmingham, London, Glasgow and Manchester. Jackson will then return to mainland Europe for shows in Antwerp in Belgium and Munich, Cologne and Berlin in Germany before wrapping up in Amsterdam in The Netherlands on 10 October. Janet said in her video announcement, "Hey you guys, I just want to thank you all for making this my most successful tour to date.”

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Janet Jackson bringing ‘Together Again’ Tour to the UK and Europe

Janet Jackson is bringing her hugely successful ‘Together Again’ tour to the UK and Europe.

This will mark Jackson’s first UK performance since her 2019 Glastonbury Festival performance. The European leg of the tour will start in autumn 2024 kicking off in Paris, France on the 25th September at Accor Arena before making multiple stops in the UK, Germany and Belgium before concluding the tour in Amsterdam, Netherlands at Ziggo Dome on the 10th October.

Prior to arriving in Europe, Jackson will hit the road in the US for 35 shows this summer. The tour builds on the success of her 2023 run, which earned the icon the highest selling trek of her career.

The Together Again Tour will offer everyone the chance to finally reunite with Ms. Jackson in celebration of her 50th anniversary in entertainment and spotlight the milestone for one of her most critically acclaimed albums – 35 years of ‘Rhythm Nation’ featuring her biggest chart-topping hits.

The full ‘Together Again’ 2024 tour dates are:

Wed, 25th Sept – Paris, France – Accor Arena Fri, 27th Sept – Birmingham, UK – Utilita Arena Sat, 28th Sept – London, UK – The O2 Mon, 30th Sept – Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro Tue, 1st Oct – Manchester, UK – Co-op Live Thu, 3rd Oct – Antwerp, Belgium – Sportpaleis Sat, 5th Oct – Munich, Germany – Olympiahalle Sun, 6th Oct – Cologne, Germany – LANXESS Arena Tue, 8th Oct – Berlin, Germany – Uber Arena Thu, 10th Oct – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Ziggo Dome

Tickets will be available on general on-sale beginning Friday 3rd May at 9am local time on  JanetJackson.com .

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Janet Jackson has announced she will be touring Europe this year, with multiple dates set for across the UK.

The “Together Again” tour marks the star’s 50 th anniversary in the industry as well as 35 years since her landmark 1989 album Rhythm Nation 1814 . It had previously been hinted that the singer would be revisiting the UK.

It will be the musician’s first major event in the UK since 2019, when she performed at Glastonbury as part of her world tour for the 30th anniversary of her hit record.

In a video message accompanying the announcement on Monday (29 April), Jackson said: “I just wanted to thank you for making this my most successful tour to date.

“And Europe, I know it’s been a minute since we’ve seen each other. But the wait is no longer, I will be taking the ‘Together Again’ tour all over Europe this fall.

“I cannot wait to see you guys, I miss you so much. We’ve had so much fun with this show, so can’t wait to come and have some of that fun with you guys.”

Fans were delighted, and expressed excitement within minutes of the announcement, wity many writing: “Finally!”

“I’ll be there with bells on! Hotel and transport booked,” said one supporter.

“We have been starved!!!” added another.

Supporters were determined that the anticipated rush for tickets wouldn’t hinder their efforts.

“Janet Jackson has announced another UK tour. Is the fact she is notorious for cancelling her shows going to stop me from frantically searching for tickets on Friday morning…” said one Jackson fan along with a gif of the star saying “No.”

Others said they had waited years for the opportunity to see her.

“I’m so scared I won’t get tickets that my anxiety has shot through the roof. I’ve prayed for times like this for years.”

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The European leg will kick off in Paris on 25 September before moving to Birmingham, London and Glasgow – finishing in the beleaguered Co-op Live arena in Manchester on 1 October.

The “Control” singer will continue the 10-date event with gigs in European cities Antwerp, Munich, Cologne and Berlin before concluding in Amsterdam.

The North American leg, opened by “Dilemma” artist Nelly, launched in April and will continue throughout the US and Canada until July.

Meanwhile, the European tour will be supported by The Fugees member Wyclef Jean, except for the London date for which a supporting act is yet to be announced.

Tickets go on sale this Friday (3 May) at 9am on JanetJackson.com.

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Janet Jackson announces 2024 UK and European tour

The 10-date run will include four stops in UK cities later this year

Janet Jackson has announced a UK and European tour for 2024 – find all the details below.

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The music legend is bringing her ‘Together Again’ tour to 10 cities later this year, kicking off in Paris at the Accor Arena on September 25.

From there, she’ll continue on to stops in Birmingham, London, Glasgow and Manchester, before heading back to mainland Europe and concluding at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on October 10.

The ‘All For You’ star will be joined by special guest Wyclef Jean of The Fugees across all dates except London, where the support act is yet to be announced.

Tickets go on general sale this Friday (May 3) at 9am local time from here . There will also be a Mastercard pre-sale in select markets starting on Tuesday (April 30) at 9am local time.

The singer’s UK and European leg of her ‘Together Again’ tour will mark her first UK performance since Glastonbury 2019 . The shows will follow the US trek , where Nelly will open as support across June and July.

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Europe…Together Again this Fall 2024 😘✌🏽 TICKETS  available Friday, May 3rd at 9am local time on https://t.co/ZflBLPwXjK Special presale & preferred tickets to Mastercard cardholders starting Tuesday 30 April. Visit https://t.co/UhaRNF39Gw for details. pic.twitter.com/6YpODdoRFJ — Janet Jackson (@JanetJackson) April 29, 2024

Janet Jackson’s ‘Together Again’ 2024 UK and European tour dates are:

SEPTEMBER 25 – Paris, France, Accor Arena 27 – Birmingham, UK, Utilita Arena 28 – London, UK, The O2 30 – Glasgow, UK, OVO Hydro

OCTOBER 1 – Manchester, UK, Co-op Live 3 – Antwerp, Belgium, Sportpaleis 5 – Munich, Germany, Olympiahalle 6 – Cologne, Germany, LANXESS Arena 8 – Berlin, Germany, Uber Arena 10 – Amsterdam, Netherlands, Ziggo Dome

Reviewing Jackson at Glastonbury back in 2019 , NME described the set as “a pop megamix, a stadium production and the making of a new ‘legends slot’.”

It added: “Janet Jackson was not booked for that slot, so she decided to carve her own, brand new legends slot instead: a full-scale dance production with stage set crammed into a 50 minute slot at the arse end of Saturday afternoon.”

The singer kicked off her ‘Together Again’ tour in Florida earlier this month, showcasing a host of hits and rarities.

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