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Seal

5 concerts

Seal, born in England to Nigerian and Brazilian parents, is famed for his unique blend of soul, pop, dance, and rock. Rising from the U.K. house scene, he gained fame with hits like "Crazy" and "Kiss from a Rose," the latter earning him three Grammy Awards. Known for his collaborations with producers like Trevor Horn and David Foster, Seal achieved widespread success with multi-platinum albums and received an Ivor Novello Award. He topped jazz charts in 2017 with Standards, a collection recorded at Capitol Studios.

Kandace Springs

8 concerts

Nashville native Kandace Springs blends R&B, jazz, and pop, with albums like Soul Eyes and Indigo reaching Billboard's jazz chart. Collaborating with legends like Prince and producers Evan Rogers and Carl Sturken, she’s known for her soulful voice and covers of classic tracks.

Laufey

20 concerts

Raised in Reykjavik and D.C., Laufey blends jazz, classical, and pop in hits like "Street by Street." With 5B streams, sold-out shows, awards, and collaborations with Norah Jones and Jon Batiste.

Branford Marsalis

9 concerts

Branford Marsalis, born in Breaux Bridge, LA, is a virtuoso jazz saxophonist known for his genre-defying work in jazz, classical, funk, and rock. He rose to fame in the 1980s alongside his brother Wynton Marsalis and collaborated with Sting, Béla Fleck, and Spike Lee. His acclaimed albums include Grammy-winning I Heard You Twice the First Time and Contemporary Jazz. Known for his innovative spirit, he explores diverse sounds with his genre-bending group Buckshot LeFonque. Marsalis led The Tonight Show band, founded Marsalis Music, and scored the 2020 film Ma Rainey's Black Bottom.

Ezra Collective

2 concerts

Mercury Prize-winning jazz band Ezra Collective, featuring Femi and TJ Koleoso, Joe Armon-Jones, James Mollison, and Ife Ogunjobi, capture global dance rhythms on "Dance, No One's Watching."

Gabriels

1 concert

Los Angeles trio Gabriels blend avant-R&B with gospel, soul, and funk, led by ex-American Idol Jacob Lusk. Known for "Loyalty," they've played Glastonbury, Coachella, and worked with Elton John.

Somi

4 concerts

Illinois-born jazz vocalist Somi blends East African roots with rich storytelling. Grammy-nominated, NAACP winner, acclaimed composer, and Broadway actor known for albums like *Zenzile*.

Typhoon

3 concerts

Underground Complex No.1, released April 2022, dives into themes of resentment through a confession-like narrative. Inspired by Dostoyevsky, it's a musical journey exploring forgiveness and human flaws.

Janelle Monáe

1 concert

Janelle Monáe, born in Kansas City, fuses soul, funk, new wave, and hip-hop. Known for theatrical, sci-fi sound in albums like "The ArchAndroid." Grammy-nominated for "Dirty Computer." Hits include "Tightrope," "Make Me Feel." Starred in "Moonlight," "Hidden Figures," and more. Collaborated with Grace Jones, Big Boi, and Sister Nancy.

Ndlovu Youth Choir

4 concerts

Born from an after-school program in South Africa, the Ndlovu Youth Choir blends powerful vocals, unique choreography, and global hits. AGT finalists signed by Simon Cowell.

Samara Joy

24 concerts

Bronx-born Samara Joy, raised on gospel and R&B, is a jazz singer and lyricist known for soulful, inventive jazz. She won the 2019 Sarah Vaughan contest and an NAACP Image Award.

Son Little

13 concerts

Born in LA and raised in Queens, Son Little (Aaron Livingston) blends blues, soul, and hip-hop. Known for Grammy-winning work with Mavis Staples and collabs with The Roots.

Cymande

6 concerts

Cymande, a U.K. band formed in 1971, blends African rhythms with rock, funk, and soul, adding reggae and jazz-funk. Discovered by John Schroeder, their 1972 debut charted in the U.S. Known for hits like "Bra" and "The Message," they've influenced hip-hop and partnered with Soul II Soul's Jazzie B. Reunited in 2013, Cymande continues to captivate audiences.