Ebo Taylor and Marcos Valle

Ebo Taylor, a Ghanaian guitar legend, blends highlife, Afrobeat, and jazz. Known for albums like "Love and Death," he collaborated with Pat Thomas and influenced jazz artists like Fela Kuti. Strut Records released his works globally, while hits like "Heaven" were widely sampled in modern music.

Marcos Valle, born in Rio de Janeiro, is a pivotal figure in Brazilian pop. Celebrated for songs like "Samba de Verão," his work spans bossa nova, samba, funk, and disco, often collaborating with artists such as Leon Ware and Stacey Kent. Valle's acclaimed albums include Samba '68, Previsao do Tempo, and Nova Bossa Nova, contributing to both Brazilian and American music scenes. His music blends Brazilian styles with rock and jazz influences, earning him vital recognition and numerous accolades, alongside collaborations with legends like Milton Nascimento and contemporary musicians from Jazz Is Dead.