Jeff Tweedy and Mavis Staples

Born into the Staple Singers, Mavis Staples is a legendary American soul, gospel, and blues singer known for hits across 7 decades. A multi-GRAMMY winner and Kennedy Center Honoree, she’s worked with legends like Bob Dylan, Prince, and Aretha Franklin.

Jeff Tweedy, born in Belleville, Illinois, co-founded Uncle Tupelo, pioneering alt-country. Post-breakup, he formed Wilco, lauded for albums like "Yankee Hotel Foxtrot." Known for eclectic rock, he collaborated with Jim O'Rourke, Billy Bragg, and Mavis Staples. As a solo artist, he released "Together at Last," "Warm," and "Love Is the King," showcasing intimate folk-rock styles. His projects include Loose Fur and Golden Smog. Tweedy's production work spans Low, Richard Thompson, and Pops Staples, enhancing his reputation as a versatile musician and producer.