Blues Traveler and Vanessa Collier

Blues Traveler, formed in 1987, blend blues, rock, and soul, gaining popularity in the '90s with hits like "Run-Around." Their album *Four* went six-times platinum. Founders include John Popper and Chan Kinchla. Known for extended jams akin to the Grateful Dead, they started the H.O.R.D.E. Festival in 1992. Their 2021 covers album, *Traveler's Blues*, was Grammy-nominated, featuring guests like Keb Mo. Additionally, they collaborated with artists such as Jewel and Hanson in 2015's *Blow Up the Moon*.

Maryland-born blues/soul artist Vanessa Collier, praised for her vocals, sax, and songwriting, has degrees from Berklee. Known for albums like "Heart Soul & Saxophone," she's collaborated with icons such as Willie Nelson and toured with Joe Louis Walker.