A.J. Croce and Leo Kottke

Nashville-based piano virtuoso and singer/songwriter A.J. Croce, who toured with B.B. King at 18, blends blues, soul, rock, and Americana. He's worked with legends like Willie Nelson and Ray Charles, and co-written with Leon Russell and Gary Nicholson. Despite losing eyesight as a child, he drew inspiration from Ray Charles and Stevie Wonder. His 10 albums, collaborating with producers like Jack Clement and Tony Berg, have all charted, with 22 singles in Top 20s. Notable collaborations include “Cantos” with Ben Harper and “Just Like Medicine” with Vince Gill.

Guitar pioneer Leo Kottke and Phish bassist Mike Gordon team up on their first album in 15 years, Noon, blending intricate playing in 11 tracks of unique charm.