11 June 2011 11:05 AM, PDT | Essence | See recent Essence news »
The official start of summer is fast approaching and you know what that means: cookouts, lazy days, vacations, and concerts! For music lovers, the summer season is bursting with all-day festivals and blockbuster stadium tours. Whether you love to listen to music under a canopy of stars, or in an arena filled with thousands of screaming fans, the summer is your time sit back, relax, and take in a great show. Not sure who's hitting the road this summer? As we celebrate Black Music Month, Essence.com round up the hottest concerts to check out this summer. Happy listening, dancing, and singing along! »