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Jessie James hits the road with The Jonas Brothers

By Patrick Luce Jun 16, 2009, 14:15 GMT

Singer Jessie James is set to join the mega-popular Jonas Brothers for four shows – kicking off with a performance on June 20th at the new Cowboys Stadium in Dallas, Texas. The Jonas Brothers hits the road with Jessie James, Honor Society and Jordin Sparks. EPA/VICTOR LERENA

The Jonas Brothers hits the road with Jessie James, Honor Society and Jordin Sparks. EPA/VICTOR LERENAIn addition to her performance (which is expected to include her hit “Wanted”), James will introduce the other acts on the tour and show her video for “Wanted.” Other performers joining The Jonas Brothers include Honor Society and Jordin Sparks. “Wanted” has been growing at radio with over 80 stations on board, with markets such as Atlanta, Dallas, Charlotte, Nashville, Providence, Orlando, Kansas City, Houston, Pittsburgh, and Hartford leading the way. iTunes featured the sultry “Wanted” video as the “Video Of The Week” recently and over 200,000 fans downloaded it. It was also AOL's Video Of The Day on May 20. The single has sold over 50,000 units in the last three weeks. And now with The Jonas Brothers tour, Jessie has begun her rise to the top of pop.

Jessie James’ self-titled debut album is scheduled to hit store shelves on July 28th. The album was recorded in Los Angeles, New York, Nashville, and London. It features dance-rock tunes (such as “Wanted”) and other songs Jessie co-wrote with American Idol judge and hit songwriter Kara DioGuardi (along with Mitch Allen and David Hodges). The album also features “Bullet” - co-written by Katy Perry. Jessie James on tour with The Jonas Brothers dates include:

06.20 Arlington, TX Dallas Cowboys Stadium
06.22 Tulsa, OK BOK Center
06.24 Denver, CO Pepsi Center
06.26 Nampa, ID Idaho Center