Live at the Palace with Lady Blackbird, Emeli Sandé, and more

Lady Blackbird, raised in a Christian household, overcame religious constraints to embrace her identity as a queer woman. Known for cinematic vocals, her album *Slang Spirituals* mixes soul, folk, and gospel. Notable performances include Chaka Khan's Meltdown Festival and a European tour with Moby.

Emeli Sandé, born in Sunderland, gained fame with her debut album "Our Version Of Events," featuring hits like "Heaven" and "Next To Me." She has sold 19 million singles and 6 million albums, earning four BRIT Awards and an MBE. Known for her soulful style, she's collaborated with icons Madonna and Alicia Keys. In 2022, she launched her independent era with "Let's Say For Instance" and serves as the Chancellor of the University of Sunderland.