Lurrie Bell and Frank Catalano

Lurrie Bell, born in Chicago in 1958, is an American blues guitarist and singer. Son of Carey Bell, he is acclaimed for his elegant guitar and passionate vocals, deeply rooted in Chicago blues. His discography includes albums like "Blues in My Soul," "Can't Shake This Feeling," and "Set Me Free." Bell earned a Blues Music Award for "Blues in My Soul," a Grammy nomination, and is a 2024 Blues Hall of Fame inductee. He has collaborated with Koko Taylor and Billy Branch.

Chicago jazz saxophonist Frank Catalano blends soul-jazz, blues, and post-bop. A prolific session player and bandleader, he has collaborated with Tony Bennett, Von Freeman, and Jimmy Chamberlin. His charting albums include Mighty Burner and Tokyo No. 9.