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Ndlovu Youth Choir

2 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.

Laufey

23 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.

Lizzo

1 concert

Lizzo, a 4x GRAMMY® and Emmy-winning artist, is known for hits like "Truth Hurts" and "About Damn Time." She made history by becoming the first Black woman to win 'Record of the Year' at the GRAMMYs since 1994 and "Truth Hurts" was named by Rolling Stone as one of the "500 Greatest Songs Of All Time." Lizzo has appeared on SNL, TODAY, and more, and headlined HBO's Lizzo: Live In Concert. She also launched the inclusive activewear line, Yitty.

Benny Sings

7 concerts

Benny Sings, from Amsterdam, is a multi-platinum songwriter and producer known for smooth pop. He’s worked with Rex Orange County, Kenny Beats, and Mac DeMarco.

Branford Marsalis

4 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.

Hermeto Pascoal

1 concert

Brazilian multi-instrumentalist Hermeto Pascoal blends folk, jazz, and funk using found objects. Known as "Bruxo," he’s collaborated with Miles Davis, Airto Moreira, and Flora Purim.

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

11 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.

Typhoon

5 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.

Kandace Springs

11 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.

Cymande

4 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.

Somi

6 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*.