Fleetwood Mac Set to Replace the Rolling Stones at New Orleans Jazz Fest

It was a sad day for Rolling Stones fans when they received news of Mick Jagger’s declining health and upcoming open heart surgery, a sad sentence for those who were hoping to catch the iconic rocksters on the road or at this year’s New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.

Though there’s no telling what will happen to the touring Rolling Stones, the organizers of the famed New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival have found what we consider to be a sufficient replacement: Fleetwood Mac, with their revitalized lineup featuring legendary Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers guitarist Mike Campbell, along with Neil Finn, and original members Stevie Nicks, Christine McVie, Mick Fleetwood, and John McVie,

The Rock and Roll Hall of Famers will perform Thursday, May 2nd at this historic fest—which will celebrate its 50th anniversary this year, and with arguably its best lineup of artists to date. Note: A day-specific ticket is required for admission on May 2nd.

If you were on the fence about attending this year’s New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, hop off and over to the Fairgrounds to witness acts such as Santana, Chris Stapleton, Earth, Wind, and Fire, Katy Perry, Ziggy Marley—and now Fleetwood Mac. The fest’s 50th anniversary is slated to be an unforgettable week.