James Taylor will also perform at the street festival kicking off the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte next month, organizers announced this morning. Taylor will appear on Labor Day at the free event.
Update: The Democratic National Convention Committee has followed up with an announcement that Taylor will also perform at the program preceding President Barack Obama's nomination acceptance speech at the Bank of American Stadium on Sept. 6.
Other entertainers that evening include performers from America's Got Talent, Inspire the Fire and the local rock band Delta Rae.
On Thursday, the DNC host committee announced actor and musician Jeff Bridges will perform with his band, The Abiders. The Labor Day events are located in downtown Charlotte.
Janelle Monae has also been confirmed to perform.
