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Mavis Staples

5 concerts

Mavis Staples & Levon Helm starred in 'The Last Waltz' 1976, known for "The Weight". Helm, post-cancer, won 3 GRAMMYs. Both icons revered in American music.

Buddy Guy

10 concerts

Born in Lettsworth, Louisiana, blues icon Buddy Guy melds classic Chicago blues with rock's flash. Known for hits like "First Time I Met the Blues," he's influenced by greats like B.B. King. His work led to a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction & multiple Grammys. He often plays at his club, Legends, in Chicago.

Charlie Hunter

2 concerts

Charlie Hunter, acclaimed for innovative jazz on 7/8-string guitars, collaborated with Norah Jones, Mos Def, and more. Known for blending bass, melody, and rhythm, he recorded for Blue Note and other labels.

The Teskey Brothers

17 concerts

Australian brothers Sam and Josh Teskey blend soulful blues, folk, and rock. Known for hits from albums like "Run Home Slow" (Grammy-nominated) and chart-topping "The Winding Way," which won a Best Blues & Roots ARIA award.

Van Morrison

7 concerts

Van Morrison, born in Belfast, combines R&B, jazz, blues, and folk in hits like "Gloria" and "Brown-Eyed Girl." Known for his soulful style and collaborations with artists like the Chieftains.

Danielle Ponder

7 concerts

Danielle Ponder, a former attorney from Rochester, NY, turned singer-songwriter, shines with her debut album blending pop, R&B, blues, rock, and trip-hop. Known for her powerful voice and emotive style.

Kurt Elling

16 concerts

Kurt Elling, Grammy-winning jazz vocalist, known for dynamic range and soulful shows. Famed for his blend of jazz, R&B, and poetry, he collaborates with artists like Charlie Hunter and Branford Marsalis, and integrates various musical styles.

Bill Frisell

8 concerts

Jazz guitarist Bill Frisell, born in Baltimore and raised in Denver, blends avant-jazz, Americana, and pop. Known for his unique sound and emotional depth, he has over 85 albums, winning acclaim and awards like the Deutsche Schallplattenpreis. Collaborated with musicians across genres, including Elvis Costello and Charles Lloyd.

Dave Holland

3 concerts

Jazz bassist Dave Holland, born in Wolverhampton, England, revolutionized acoustic bass in jazz, working with greats like Miles Davis. Notable for albums like "Conference of the Birds," Grammy-winner with collaborations across avant-garde to post-bop.

Stormzy

2 concerts

London MC Stormzy blends grime, gospel, & R&B. Known for hits like "Vossi Bop" & albums like Gang Signs & Prayer. Glastonbury headliner & Brit Award winner. Collaborated with Ed Sheeran, Burna Boy & more.

Fergus McCreadie

1 concert

Fergus McCreadie, a Scottish jazz pianist known for blending Jazz with Scottish folk, mesmerizes globally. His album "Forest Floor" topped UK charts and he's a 2022 BBC New Generation Artist.