C.J. Chenier and Marcia Ball

Marcia Ball, born in Orange, TX, and raised in Vinton, LA, blends East Texas blues with Louisiana swamp rock. Known for tracks like "Soulful Dress," she achieved fame through energetic shows and collaborations with Angela Strehli and Irma Thomas. Ball’s albums, such as "Sing It!" and "Presumed Innocent," have earned critical acclaim and award nominations, including Grammy and W.C. Handy nods. Active since the '70s, she frequently collaborates with artists like Delbert McClinton and is signed with Alligator Records.

Born in Louisiana, C.J. Chenier (“crown prince of zydeco”), son of Clifton Chenier, leads the Red Hot Louisiana Band; played on Paul Simon + Gin Blossoms; W.C. Handy nom.