Brandi Carlile and Joni Mitchell

Brandi Carlile, a 11x GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter and activist, is known for hits like "The Joke." She's collaborated with icons like Elton John and Dolly Parton, and released acclaimed albums including "In These Silent Days." A dynamic performer, Carlile has received Billboard’s “Trailblazer Award” and CMT’s “Impact Award.” She also founded the Looking Out Foundation, raising over $6 million for grassroots causes. Carlile resides in rural Washington with her family.

Canadian-born folk icon Joni Mitchell emerged in the '60s, famous for her poetic songwriting and unique guitar tunings. Known for hits like "Both Sides Now" and "Big Yellow Taxi," she won Grammy Awards and produced influential albums like *Blue* and *Court and Spark*. She explored jazz and world music, collaborating with icons like Jaco Pastorius and Charles Mingus. After multiple acclaimed releases, Mitchell retired, later captivating with a surprise 2022 Newport Folk Festival performance.