Summer Jam and Wade Bowen

Texas troubadour Wade Bowen is a leading voice in Texas country and Red Dirt. With 10 studio albums, multiple live records, and 36 #1 Texas radio songs, he’s played 4,000+ shows and won five 2025 T3R Awards, including Male Vocalist and Single of the Year.

Summer Jam, launched by Hot 97 in 1994 in East Rutherford, New Jersey, is a premier hip-hop and R&B festival. Known as "Hip Hop's biggest concert," it showcases chart-topping and emerging artists, and is celebrated for its cultural impact and unforgettable collaborations. It has featured legendary performers like Wu-Tang Clan, Nas, Jay-Z, and Cardi B. This iconic event remains a cornerstone of hip-hop culture.