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Marshall Crenshaw, born in Detroit, is a renowned pop songwriter, guitarist, and performer. Known for his classic pop style, his debut album in 1982 achieved critical acclaim. He portrayed Buddy Holly in La Bamba, co-wrote "Til I Hear It from You" for the Gin Blossoms, and created songs for the film Walk Hard. Crenshaw's work has been covered by numerous artists, and he released acclaimed albums like Miracle of Science. His collaborations include work with the MC5 and Los Straitjackets. Recently, he began reissuing his Warner Bros. catalog.

Buffalo-born Willie Nile, dubbed "one of the most gifted singer-songwriters" by The New York Times, is known for his raw rock style. Hailed as "a one-man Clash," his iconic albums, like *Streets of New York* and *The Innocent Ones,* received critical acclaim. He toured with The Who and performed with Bruce Springsteen. Earning accolades like "Top Ten Best Under-the-Radar Albums" by Rolling Stone, his legendary live shows led to his Buffalo Music Hall of Fame induction. His 2020 release, *New York At Night,* was praised as a "sonic love letter to Gotham."

Steve Earle, born in Fort Monroe, Virginia and raised in Texas, is a celebrated singer/songwriter known for his genre-spanning work in country, rock, bluegrass, and more. He gained fame with "Guitar Town" and "Copperhead Road" and has collaborated with artists like the Pogues and Willie Nelson. Earle is renowned for his literate, rebellious lyrics, exploring both personal and political themes. Despite struggles with addiction, his consistent critical acclaim and versatility have built a loyal following. Earle has won a Grammy and hosts songwriting retreats, advocating for Autism awareness.

Lenny Kaye, from New Brunswick, NJ, is a guitarist, producer, and writer key to punk's birth. Known for work with Patti Smith and compiling the influential Nuggets garage rock album.