Rickie Lee Jones and Sweet Honey In The Rock

Born in Chicago, Rickie Lee Jones is a genre-blending singer/songwriter known for her jazzy, folk, and R&B-infused pop songs. Her debut album featuring "Chuck E's in Love" was a critical and commercial hit. With a style reflecting beat poetry and a restless creative spirit, she has explored various musical directions, collaborating with artists like Tom Waits and Walter Becker. Notable works include "Pirates" and the Grammy-nominated "Pieces of Treasure." She founded her label and released albums like "The Other Side of Desire" and "Kicks." Her memoir, "Last Chance Texaco," was published in 2023.

Sweet Honey in the Rock, formed in Washington, D.C. in 1973 by Bernice Johnson Reagon, is an acclaimed all-female a cappella group blending African choral, blues, gospel, and jazz. Known for addressing women's issues, social justice, and community themes, they've performed globally, released numerous albums like "Breaths" and "Raise Your Voice," and collaborated with the Alvin Ailey Dance Theater. They also contributed to the Grammy-winning "Folkways: A Vision Shared." Notable for minimal percussion accompaniment, they performed at Nelson Mandela's memorial.