jazzopen 2025: Lionel Richie

In the organizer's words:

On Sunday, July 13, Lionel Richie will be coming to Schlossplatz for the finale of jazzopen 2025 - with four Grammys, an Oscar and over 100 million albums sold.

Lionel Richie
Lionel Richie, a Grammy Award®, Oscar® and Golden Globe®-winning icon, has sold over 125 million records worldwide. One of the most famous personalities in music history, his illustrious career spans more than four decades and has produced unforgettable anthems such as "Hello", "All Night Long", "Say You Say Me", "We Are The World", "Easy" and many more.

Support: José James
For over ten years, singer José James from Minneapolis has been combining jazz, R&B and hip-hop to create a unique sound that has gained worldwide recognition. With seven acclaimed albums and appearances on renowned stages such as the Central Park Summerstage and the Royal Festival Hall, he has established himself as a permanent fixture. His latest project, Lean On Me: José James Celebrates Bill Withers, is a tribute to Bill Withers and aims to connect people through his music.