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== History == Jay-Z launched Made in America in 2012 as a Labor Day weekend festival celebrating American music and culture. The inaugural festival featured Jay-Z, Pearl Jam, and other major acts, immediately establishing the event's scale and ambition. The choice of Philadelphia—rather than New York or Los Angeles—reflected both the city's role in American history and practical considerations including Parkway availability and city cooperation.<ref name="mia"/> The festival has continued annually (except for pandemic-related cancellation in 2020), growing in attendance and prestige. Headline acts have included Beyoncé, Kanye West, Rihanna, Kendrick Lamar, and other top-tier performers. The consistent quality of lineups has maintained Made in America's position among America's premier music festivals despite competition from Coachella, Lollapalooza, and other established events.<ref name="mia"/> The festival's location on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, provides a dramatic backdrop that distinguishes Made in America visually. The Art Museum steps, Rocky statue, and Parkway vista create an iconic setting that enhances the festival's appeal and photography. This location also places the festival in the heart of Philadelphia's cultural district.<ref name="mia"/>
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