Dar Williams and Heather Maloney

Dar Williams, born in Mount Kisco, NY, is a key figure in contemporary folk renowned for observational, witty, and feminist-themed songs. Known for hits like "As Cool as I Am" and "The Christians and the Pagans," she gained fame opening for Joan Baez. Collaborations include Lucy Kaplansky and Richard Shindell. Her album "End of the Summer" marked her breakthrough. Williams has also authored books like "The Tofu Tollbooth," reflecting her vegetarian lifestyle, and "What I Found in a Thousand Towns."

Heather Maloney, hailing from Massachusetts, is a "writer song-singer" known for her storytelling rooted in meditation. Influenced by Joni Mitchell, she’s played over 1,000 shows globally. Her music, marked by introspection, includes 8 albums and collaborations with friends and family on her upcoming record "Exploding Star," crafted in an emotional tribute to her late father.