Najee with Pieces of a Dream, AverySunshine, and more

Philadelphia's Pieces of a Dream, formed in 1976, are R&B and jazz fusion pioneers. Known for smooth, melodic grooves, they gained fame with hits like "Fo-Fi-Fo" and "Warm Weather". Mentored by Grover Washington, Jr., they've released albums like "Fired Up!" and "We Got This," sold millions, and earned "Pioneers of Smooth Jazz" recognition. Their enduring sound blends funk and soul.

Born in Greenwich Village and raised in Queens, Najee is a renowned jazz and R&B saxophonist and flutist. Known for his lyrical style, he achieved fame with albums like "Najee's Theme" and "Tokyo Blue." He has collaborated with icons such as Prince, Chaka Khan, and Stanley Clarke, won two NAACP Awards, and topped jazz charts multiple times, most recently with "Center of the Heart."

Avery*Sunshine, born Denise White in Chester, PA, is celebrated for her vibrant, uplifting music and riveting performances. Known for "Call My Name," she won ASCAP's Rhythm and Soul Song of the Year Award, received Soul Train and BET Centric Award nominations, and opened for B.B. King. Collaborating with Dana "BigDane" Johnson, her Grammy-winning partner, she has four Hot Adult R&B top 20 hits. She's performed globally and was invited by Aretha Franklin to perform, showcasing her unmistakable sound everywhere, from the UK to her living room.

Los Angeles-born R&B singer Karyn White, known for chart-topping hits like "Superwoman," collaborated with L.A. Reid, Babyface, and Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis. Her debut album went double platinum.