(Radio.com) The Roots will be expanding their Roots Picnic concert to New York. The two-day event in October features an impressive array of names from hip-hop, R&B and more.

The Roots will headline on both October 1 and 2, but they bring with them several special guests. On October 1, D'Angelo and John Mayer will join them for their set, while on October 2 they are dedicating their performance to New York. The set, titled "Love Letter to NYC," will feature Wu-Tang Clan, David Byrne and Nile Rodgers.

Other performers include Kevin Gates, X Ambassadors, Trombone Shorty, Echosmith and Swizz Beatz with more names to be announced as the festival gets closer. Read more here.

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