Past performers, who are never announced until they take the stage, have included Diana Ross, John Mellencamp, Sheryl Crow, Faith Hill, Lionel Richie, Jon Bon Jovi, Paul Simon, Stevie Wonder and Elton John.

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Past acts have included Sting, James Taylor, Diana Ross, John Cougar Mellencamp, Sheryl Crow, Faith Hill, Lionel Richie, Paul Simon, Stevie Wonder and Elton John.

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