Jim Brickman and Ruben Studdard

Ruben Studdard, born in Frankfurt, Germany and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, gained fame by winning American Idol's second season. Known for his powerful R&B and gospel vocals, he achieved significant success with hits like "Flying Without Wings" and "Sorry 2004." Studdard has collaborated with artists like Ne-Yo and Lalah Hathaway and released the album Ruben Sings Luther, paying tribute to his idol Luther Vandross. Alongside music, he's ventured into theater, earning a Grammy nomination, and competed on The Biggest Loser.

Jim Brickman, born in Cleveland, Ohio, is a pop and new-age pianist known for mellow, romantic compositions. He broke into the Top 40 with Windham Hill in the '90s, collaborating with Martina McBride on "Valentine." With 2 Grammy noms and a Dove Award, over 20 albums reached No. 1 on Billboard's new age chart. Worked with Jim Henson, released albums with Savoy Jazz, including "Escape" and "Beautiful World," and covered Disney classics.