Taking a cue from a popular Richmond event, the long-running Hampton Jazz Festival has changed its name. The 50-year-old festival, originally a celebration of Hampton University, is now the Hampton Jazz and Music Festival. Over the years, it has featured top names in soul, pop and jazz.

“The new name reflects the broad diversity of music we’re bringing to fans – young and old,” said Joe Santangelo, festival co-promoter. “From jazz and R&B to funk and more, this is a nod to changing times that will keep people excited to attend for many years to come.”

The three-day festival kicks off 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 28, with R&B singer KEM, Grammy-nominated songwriter Ledisi and the Special EFX All-Stars.

At 7 p.m. Saturday, June 29, iconic R&B group Boyz II Men headlines, alongside rising pop star Coco Jones and contemporary jazz saxophonist Boney James.

The festival concludes 2 p.m Sunday, June 30, with a lineup featuring Grammy-winning musician and Late Show bandleader Jon Batiste, contemporary jazz multi-instrumentalist Brian Culbertson, British soul singer October London and local favorites The Fuzz Band.

Tickets for the Hampton Jazz and Music Festival are available through Ticketmaster and the Hampton Coliseum Box Office.