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Published on March 07, 2024
Country Music Star Jelly Roll to Headline 'Night Before With Jelly Roll' in Detroit Before NFL DraftSource: Instagram/jellyroll615

As the city of Detroit gears up for the NFL Draft, country music's heavy hitter Jelly Roll is slated to take center stage at The Fillmore Detroit. Fans are in for a treat as the "Night Before With Jelly Roll" concert, hosted by 99.5 WYCD, is set to bring down the house on April 24, the day before the draft festivities commence. According to WXYZ, tickets will go on sale starting tomorrow, March 8, at 10 a.m.

The Tennessee-born artist, known for his fusion of country, rock, and hip-hop, is planning to deliver a night to remember at the iconic venue. The performance isn't officially linked to the NFL, but it's set to be a precursor to the three-day draft event that will see over 300,000 fans swarming to downtown Detroit. As Detroit Free Press notes, the Fillmore gig follows Jelly Roll's sold-out show at Pine Knob last summer and comes just before his headlining stint at Michigan's Faster Horses Festival in July.

Jelly Roll, born Jason DeFord, has been enjoying a wave of success after a standout year in 2023. Not only did he sell out a show at Pine Knob, but he also received a nomination for Best New Artist at the Grammy Awards. Fans eager to secure tickets should mark their calendars, as they are expected to sell quickly. A limited number will be available through Ticketmaster starting tomorrow at 10 a.m. Additionally, WYCD listeners will have the opportunity to win tickets through promotions leading up to the event, as reported by the Detroit Free Press.

The upcoming NFL Draft, scheduled for April 25-27, promises to transform downtown Detroit into an epicenter of sports fandom. As the city prepares for the influx of visitors, Jelly Roll's concert adds an extra layer of excitement for those looking to kick off the draft experience with some musical flair. The Detroit News confirmed that the 39-year-old performer's breakthrough last year has set the stage for what's anticipated to be an electrifying performance, matching the energy expected on the streets as Detroit welcomes NFL fans from across the country.