Mavis Staples and Fantastic Negrito

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.

Fantastic Negrito, born Xavier Amin Dphrepaulezz, is a 3x GRAMMY® winner known for his dynamic blues style and personal stories. Overcoming a major label setback and a near-fatal car crash, he won the first NPR Tiny Desk Contest in 2015. He’s shared stages with Sturgill Simpson, Chris Cornell, and Bruce Springsteen, plus collaborated with Sting and E-40. Founder of Revolution Plantation, he’s performed at Lollapalooza and Glastonbury.