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<a href="https://www.wbls.com/wbls-news/janet-jacksons-documentary-trailer-has-been-released-and-gets-a-premiere-date">Janet Jackson</a> concluded the North American leg of her "Together Again Tour" with the highest box-office gross yet of her over 40-year music career. Riding off of the success of the first leg, additional international dates have been added.For the next leg of the "Together Again Tour", <a href="https://www.wbls.com/wbls-news/janet-jacksons-2004-super-bowl-performance-is-getting-turned-into-a-documentary">Jackson</a> will cross the Pacific Ocean to perform in Hawaii, the Philippines and Japan. She'll hit the stage in Honolulu for two nights (March 8th and March 9th.) She'll then head to the Philippines from there, with her next show in Manila on March 13th. The final shows of this run will take place in Japan where she’s scheduled to perform in Nagoya (March 16th), Osaka (March 17th) and Yokohama (March 20th).https://www.instagram.com/p/CzpOEgCP278/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=58c665a2-01d6-4e00-9300-a933c054627cFor this international leg, the 57-year-old diva tapped R&B group TLC to join her as a special guest on select stops.Visit <a href="https://www.janetjackson.com/">here</a> for more details.<h3 id="h-janet-jackson-together-again-tour-2024-dates">Janet Jackson Together Again Tour 2024 dates:</h3>March 8 - Honolulu, HI - Blaisdell Arena March 9 - Honolulu, HI - Blaisdell Arena March 13 - Manila, PH - Smart Araneta Coliseum March 16 - Nagoya, JP - Port Messe* March 17 - Osaka, JP - Jo Hall* March 20 - Yokohama, JP - K Arena**TLC Opening

Janet Jackson Extends ‘Together Again' Tour; TLC Opening Act

Former couple, <a href="https://www.wbls.com/wbls-news/janet-jackson-opens-up-about-michael-jacksons-child-molestation-allegations">Janet Jackson</a> and <a href="https://www.wbls.com/?s=jermaine+dupri">Jermaine Dupri</a>, are at the center of dating rumors yet again.The two music artists were spotted hanging out in <a href="https://www.wbls.com/wbls-news/jazmine-sullivan-keith-sweat-keke-wyatt-to-headline-atlanta-funk-fest-2023">Atlanta</a> this past weekend at the One Music Festival in Piedmont Park.Jackson was among the headliners of the Festival, where she reconnected with her old flame. The singer and megaproducer's relationship spanned seven years, starting in 2002 and finishing in 2009. In her “Janet Jackson” documentary on Lifetime, Dupri admitted that his unfaithfulness contributed to their breakup.Following the festival, a live stream showed Dupri and the pop star at his So So Def studio with Nelly and Ashanti, who recently began dating again after a 10-year hiatus, and several others.In the footage below, Jackson and Dupri were seen chilling together, with Dupri enjoying a hookah while Jackson sat cozily close to him. At the same time, the duo bobbed their heads to The Notorious B.I.G.’s “Big Poppa.”https://youtu.be/J5__yauj14cX users replied to the <a href="https://twitter.com/GabwithGwen/status/1718655066427572317">video surfacing</a> on the platform that seeing Ashanti and Nelly and Jackson and Dupri gave "spin the block" vibes.https://twitter.com/veras1voice/status/1718858588452532335“Everybody want that ol thang,” <a href="https://x.com/Blaque_Barby/status/1718836980224549138?s=20">wrote</a> another person, as a third suggested that “Janet is a businesswoman, that’s all it’s been. JD probably thought it was something more. She’s a hustler, and I’m not mad!”.Dupri previously made a surprise appearance during Jackson’s set on her Together Again Tour, sparking rumors of the former couple getting back together again. Dupri shut those rumors down.

Jermaine Dupri and Janet Jackson Spotted Together in Atlanta

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<a href="https://www.wbls.com/wbls-news/janet-jackson-opens-up-about-michael-jacksons-child-molestation-allegations">Janet Jackson</a> is headed to Houston for a powerhouse performance.The five-time GRAMMY®️ Award-winning artist will perform a full-length show for <a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dqaSMqGodzjnXLiQfb_F_yFpA-KpoD78MzTMe8NnWP4cO2wX6roKdwtq-Dq-PoWPP5jamFZ6sW_pGREt2bI8XUgE0Vhl6x_DL1-q-b-HRSrcjqKK48sNpm-j_9nGNqOCbYEtkKPrM_JmfQhU0t2-vA==&c=ur-UcYz_Sy2Q3CnBSWb2KoIAlyNHtuhMPIfijPmj-q6UV8IgfE7P9A==&ch=mZ4G1gwhnjiGPLHq-0HuQrDGLGTw_xjyaRJLnadEhqgp2fq8nAsa0g==" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">AIDS Healthcare Foundation’s</a> (AHF) World AIDS Day Concert in Houston, Texas on December 1, 2023. Ticket sales from the concert will benefit HIV/AIDS awareness and are available online through <a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dqaSMqGodzjnXLiQfb_F_yFpA-KpoD78MzTMe8NnWP4cO2wX6roKd1mg8JuNelPCeEVDe0yQLppnZDLgS2P1CI2FQAwhgsBLlg7dBc6dmXqs5iYsAZviddE-mMCXGpZAYVd1t5X4aBb_xXoN01K-j18XUU7WBCwoTZyuAW5rcTqg7DWhc3xN8qm7Z8y-2UxGuN0xqrapfCg=&c=ur-UcYz_Sy2Q3CnBSWb2KoIAlyNHtuhMPIfijPmj-q6UV8IgfE7P9A==&ch=mZ4G1gwhnjiGPLHq-0HuQrDGLGTw_xjyaRJLnadEhqgp2fq8nAsa0g==" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ticketmaster</a> starting Monday, October 16, 2023.World AIDS Day is an annual commemorative event to honor those we’ve lost to HIV/AIDS, to show support for those currently living with HIV/AIDS, and to emphasize the fight against HIV/AIDS is not over. Emmy, Grammy, and Golden Globe winning choreographer, director, and producer Debbie Allen will speak at the event, and AHF will present its Lifetime Achievement Award to Emmy Award winning actor and activist Blair Underwood.Jackson’s upcoming performance comes on the heels of her North American Together Again tour, the highest grossing tour ever in her career, which derives its name from Jackson’s 1997 hit song “Together Again” – the artist’s personal tribute to a friend lost to AIDS as well as AIDS victims and their families worldwide. Two other stars will co-headline the World AIDS Day event. Longtime star choreographer, director, and producer Debbie Allen will serve as keynote speaker. Meanwhile, Emmy Award-winning actor Blair Underwood will receive the AHF Lifetime Achievement Award to Emmy for his work as an activist.

Janet Jackson to Headline World AIDS Day Event in Houston

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Janet Jackson had a special surprise for her fans during her show at Madison Square Garden. On Tuesday, May 9, Jackson bought out Busta Rhymes to perform their 1998 hit, “What’s It Gonna Be?” for the first time. In certain videos, Rhymes and Jackson can be seen dancing together as the audience was feeling their onstage chemistry. After the performance, Busta honored the “Control” singer by giving her gifts and more. “We’re going to give you your flowers… your botanical garden while you can smell them,” he said as a bouquet of flowers was rolled out on the stage. “In 1998, 25 years ago, I’m on the Belt Parkway going from Long Island to Manhattan, I’m listening to Janet Jackson do an interview with Hot 97.” He continued, “Janet Jackson was doing an interview promoting the Velvet Rope album and she was asked ‘What rapper have you never worked with before that you would like to work with? She said Busta Rhymes.’ Excuse my language but I almost crashed my f*****g car.”Busta added, “To this day, our video is the most expensive Hip Hop video made in the history of Hip Hop culture.” The rapper later went on Instagram to express his feelings about being able to perform with Janet.https://www.instagram.com/p/CsDSTWBOJXh/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Do you remember where you were when this song was released?

Janet Jackson Performs With Busta Rhymes At MSG For The First Time

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Kelly Clarkson paid homage to Janet Jackson on her recent Kellyoke segment.Singer and television host, Kelly Clarkson has been giving her viewers a two for one, show and performance during each episode. On the latest Kellyoke segment, a part of the show where she performs a truncated version of another artists' song, she paid tribute to Janet Jackson. Clarkson opened her show with a two-minute cover of "When I Think of You."https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CiLXZluH5sASince its debut in 2019, The Kelly Clarkson Show has been regarded as the <a href="https://www.thedailybeast.com/kelly-clarkson-on-how-the-kelly-clarkson-show-became-the-purest-joy-on-tv">most successful </a>daytime TV breakthroughs in nearly a decade. The success of the show comes from the variety of content - heartwarming stories, live musical performances, games and surprises. Tracie Wilson, the executive VP of NBCUniversal Syndication Studios <a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/kelly-clarkson-take-over-ellen-degeneres-daytime-slot-1234959428/">said </a>to The Hollywood Reporter, "Kelly and our entire production team put their heart, intent and incredible passion into making a show that resonates with people of all ages, cultures and backgrounds."A few of Clarkson's previous Kellyoke performances include Jazmine Sullivan, N.E.R.D, The Weeknd, Katy Perry and Rihanna.Last week, Clarkson covered "She Wants to Move" by Pharrell-fronted hip-hop group, N.E.R.D.https://youtu.be/M9vcje5_-KA

Kelly Clarkson Performs 'When I Think of You' By Janet Jackson on Her Talk Show

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As fans of Janet Jackson, we love everything about her, especially when it comes to her jaw-dropping performances. However, there is one person who isn't impressed by them. TJ Jackson, Janet’s nephew, believes that her performances are oversexualized and degrading to women. In a now restricted social media post, a fan posted a video of the singer performing “Would You Mind”, when TJ gave his opinion on it. “I never liked when she did this in concerts either. I don’t like when females are overly sexualized in art…it degrades and objectifies women in a way that’s not healthy. I prefer the “That’s The Way Love Goes” Janet,” he wrote in the comment section. His point of view sparked a heated debate on social media which garnered mixed reviews. One fan asked TJ if he felt awkward to see his relatives perform in a manner like that. “Nah, I didn’t like it,” he responded. “It just diminishes her amazing talent. But would love to hear your disagreement. #respect.”Fans also called him a hypocrite for not feeling the same about his uncle, the late Michael Jackson.“My aunt got a lot dirtier than my uncle..lol but no help needed. :) I’ve traveled and seen how black women are treated better outside the states. They are truly and rightfully celebrated more and I believe it has a lot to do with how we allow ourselves to be projected here,” he said. TJ added, “It’s unfair but men aren’t as objectified as women. Nevertheless to me it diminishes it and leads to other stereotypes. Vulgarity is not art to me…it’s more shock and awe and can lead to perceptions, and even worse, role models that don’t help our advancement.”See some of the responses below and what are your thoughts on what TJ Jackson said about his aunt? https://twitter.com/jackiechristie_/status/1630421269580591106?s=46&t=fPxZ7Dz02eOLidYdASTqVwhttps://twitter.com/mistergeezy/status/1630738791378870272?s=46&t=fPxZ7Dz02eOLidYdASTqVwhttps://twitter.com/sheopatrasmith/status/1630577454589804549?s=46&t=fPxZ7Dz02eOLidYdASTqVwhttps://twitter.com/blaqueakuc/status/1630435324340977665?s=46&t=fPxZ7Dz02eOLidYdASTqVwSince receiving heavy backlash, he went on Twitter to reveal that he has deleted the entire thread. https://twitter.com/tjjackson/status/1631071819686879232?s=46&t=fPxZ7Dz02eOLidYdASTqVw

Janet Jackson’s Nephew Feels Her Performances Are Degrading To Women

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Before she kicks off her 2023 tour, Janet Jackson will be making her sure that her crew and dancers are doing well. It has been announced that the multi-award-winning singer will be conducting #MeToo checks to help get rid of the problematic people who can cause issues for the tour. The idea for these checks came after Beyoncé announced that she will be doing the same for her crew just ahead of her Renaissance tour this summer. “Janet is a taking a leaf out of Beyoncé’s book and is implementing #MeToo checks as she prepares for her Together Again tour,” a close source said. “It’s not cheap to do but for Janet and those close to her, creating a safe and kind work environment is more important than profits. The close source would go on to say, “Janet is determined everyone working on the tour can be completely comfortable and that they are in a safe environment.” We reported that Janet Jackson will be going on her Together Again with special guest Ludacris. It will kick off this spring in Hollywood, Florida in April. Fans can get their tickets on the singer’s website, <a href="https://www.janetjackson.com/">JanetJackson.com. </a>

Janet Jackson To Have #MeToo Checks For Crew Members And Dancers Before Tour

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It seems like everyday a new artist is announcing their 2023 tour dates. Check out who's going on the road next year near you and secure your tickets.<h2 class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://www.wbls.com/wbls-news/anita-baker-announces-2023-tour-the-first-in-28-years">Anita Baker</a></h2>https://twitter.com/IAMANITABAKER/status/1590766194558398464<figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/anita-baker-tickets/artist/734496">https://www.ticketmaster.com/anita-baker-tickets/artist/734496</a></figcaption><h2 class="has-text-align-center">Jill Scott</h2>https://twitter.com/missjillscott/status/1599811244885680129/photo/1<figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><a href="https://www.missjillscott.com/">https://www.missjillscott.com/</a></figcaption><h2 class="has-text-align-center">Janet Jackson</h2>https://twitter.com/JanetJackson/status/1602309051781611525<figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><a href="https://www.janetjackson.com/tour">https://www.janetjackson.com/tour</a></figcaption><h2 class="has-text-align-center">SZA</h2>https://twitter.com/omarapollo/status/1602693696633409538<figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/sza-tickets/artist/1858419">https://www.ticketmaster.com/sza-tickets/artist/1858419</a></figcaption><h2 class="has-text-align-center">Masego</h2>https://twitter.com/UncleSego/status/1602907561044414470/photo/1<figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/masego-tickets/artist/2405413">https://www.ticketmaster.com/masego-tickets/artist/2405413</a></figcaption><h2 class="has-text-align-center" id="h-ari-lennox">Ari Lennox </h2>https://twitter.com/AriLennox/status/1592940384006832130<figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><a href="https://www.arilennox.com/">https://www.arilennox.com/</a></figcaption><h2 class="has-text-align-center">Sheila E.</h2>https://twitter.com/SheilaEdrummer/status/1597440980743249920<figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/sheila-e-tickets/artist/865001">https://www.ticketmaster.com/sheila-e-tickets/artist/865001</a></figcaption><h2 class="has-text-align-center">Beyoncé</h2>https://twitter.com/beyoncepress/status/1584139760674562048<h2 class="has-text-align-center">New Edition</h2><img src="https://images.ctfassets.net/hsw71v2um1i3/2cfjcxGDixiRfkNtobTsN4/2a14461983819dac19049c7f3d8e4d11/image-1-1-819x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-101667" width="458" height="572"/><a href="https://blackpromoterscollective.com/new-edition-culture-tour/">https://blackpromoterscollective.com/new-edition-culture-tour/</a><h2 class="has-text-align-center">Lizzo</h2>https://twitter.com/RNWYAccess/status/1602730108816658434<figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><a href="https://www.lizzomusic.com/tour">https://www.lizzomusic.com/tour</a></figcaption><h2 class="has-text-align-center">Musiq Soulchild feat. Kem & Ledisi</h2>https://www.instagram.com/p/CkQmTAZDWLo/<figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/2D005D4F48B69B83">https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/2D005D4F48B69B83</a></figcaption><h2 class="has-text-align-center">Raheem Devaughn</h2>https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl9YE9Kp7RC/?hl=en<h2 class="has-text-align-center">Nick Cannon</h2>https://www.instagram.com/p/CmHyoxOvpD4/<figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/nick-cannon-tickets/artist/879425">https://www.ticketmaster.com/nick-cannon-tickets/artist/879425</a></figcaption><h2 class="has-text-align-center">Kevin Hart</h2><img src="https://images.ctfassets.net/hsw71v2um1i3/3VM4lgwgAUWxh3bLXRKse2/c94add073b66896ce53e7a2be3c51b62/image-2.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-101673"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/kevin-hart-tickets/artist/1057637">https://www.ticketmaster.com/kevin-hart-tickets/artist/1057637</a></figcaption>Cover photo credit: Sheila E: <a href="https://www.gettyimages.com/search/photographer?photographer=Mike%20Coppola">Mike Coppola</a> / Anita Baker<a href="https://www.gettyimages.com/search/photographer?photographer=Frederick%20M.%20Brown">: Frederick M. Brown</a> /Jill Scott: <a href="https://www.gettyimages.com/search/photographer?photographer=Paras%20Griffin">Paras Griffin</a> / SZA: <a href="https://www.gettyimages.com/search/photographer?photographer=Jemal%20Countess">Jemal Countess</a> / Musiq Soulchild: <a href="https://www.gettyimages.com/search/photographer?photographer=Bennett%20Raglin">Bennett Raglin</a> / Ledisi: <a href="https://www.gettyimages.com/search/photographer?photographer=Paul%20Morigi">Paul Morigi</a> / Beyoncé: <a href="https://www.gettyimages.com/search/photographer?photographer=Larry%20Busacca">Larry Busacca</a> /Ari Lennox: A<a href="https://www.gettyimages.com/search/photographer?photographer=Amy%20Sussman">my Sussman</a> / Staff / Janet Jackson: <a href="https://www.gettyimages.com/search/photographer?photographer=Gregg%20DeGuire">Gregg DeGuire</a>

Save Your Coins! Here Are All The 2023 Tours You Don't Want To Miss!

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Janet Jackson is going on tour again and fans are excited about it. The multi-award-winning singer made the announcement on Monday morning (Dec 12.) via her Instagram live. The tour is called “Together Again” and will have Ludacris as the special guest. It will kick off on April 14th, in Hollywood, Florida, and stop by 22 states before concluding in Seattle, Wa on June 21st. Pre-sale for the tickets will begin on December 13th on Ticketmaster, and general admission will start on December 16th according to her <a href="https://www.janetjackson.com/">website</a>. Fans anticipated this huge announcement after Jackson went on her Instagram to inform fans that she had planned something big. While on her Instagram live, she revealed that she will be performing new music as well as some of her classic hits. See the live video below.https://www.instagram.com/tv/CmEgMQoqlqL/?igshid=MWI4MTIyMDE=https://www.instagram.com/reel/CmEhfNnMVOF/?igshid=MWI4MTIyMDE=Are you excited about Janet Jackson going back on tour and will you be attending?

Janet Jackson Announces That She's Going On Tour in 2023

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<h5 id="h-the-new-edition-comes-with-sought-after-b-sides-and-remixes">The new edition comes with sought-after B-sides and remixes</h5>Janet Jackson will reissue one of her classic albums, The Velvet Rope, this Friday, October 7th. The new edition comes with remixes, including two rarities, "Accept Me"and "God's Stepchild". It will also feature remastered versions of her iconic music videos for "Go Deep," "I Get Lonely," "You," "Got 'Til It's Gone," and "Together Again [Deeper Remix].The new mixes include Teddy Riley's TNT Remix of "I Get Lonely" featuring BLACKstreet, the J. Dilla (Ummah Jay Dee) remix of "Got 'Til It's Gone", and Timbaland/Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott's remix of "Go Deep." Also included are club mixes of various tracks by David Morales & Frankie Knuckles, Masters at Work, Tony Moran, Jason Nevins and Tony Humphries.https://www.instagram.com/p/Cfko2CqrIL1/A product of iconic producers, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, The Velvet Rope was destined to be a cultural touchstone. Janet's vulnerable and poignant writing confronted themes of female sexuality through a black woman's lens as well as domestic violence and mental health. Each track made the listener feel a different emotion. "What About" touches on emotional and physical abuse in relationships. "You" encourages the listener to hold themselves accountable. The album's lead single, "Got 'Til It's Gone" focuses on appreciation and not taking anything for granted.This new edition of The Velvet Rope serves as a nostalgic treat Janet Jackson fans can't wait to induldge in.This summer Ms.Jackson shut down the <a href="https://www.wbls.com/news/entertainment/fans-go-crazy-over-how-flexible-janet-jackson-is-at-56-jan-said-watch-this-youngins/">EssenceFest stage</a>. She recaptured choreography from her earlier days while performing her classic hits "What Have You Done For Me Lately", “Control” and “Nasty”.https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-velvet-rope/723390477Pre-order/pre-save The Velvet Rope: Deluxe Edition on Virgin/UMe <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3664998-1&h=29846965&u=https%3A%2F%2Fjanetjackson.lnk.to%2FTheVelvetRope&a=HERE" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HERE</a>.