Southern Avenue with Neal Francis and Paul Thorn

Southern Avenue, a Memphis-based family band, mixes blues, soul, and gospel with powerful grooves and guitar. GRAMMY-nominated and Blues Music Award-winning, they feature Tierinii Jackson's dynamic vocals, harmonizing with sisters Tikyra on drums and Ava on percussion and violin. Israeli guitarist Ori Naftaly adds his raw Memphis sound. Named after a famous Memphis street, Southern Avenue tours globally, sharing stages with Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan. Known for uplifting songs, they deliver timeless, soul-healing music.

Neal Francis, known for his intoxicating blend of funk, soul, and rock, debuted with "Changes" in 2019. His acclaimed album "In Plain Sight" featured the hit "Can't Stop The Rain" and earned awards nominations. He's played major festivals, shared stages with Wilco and others, and released a double live album, "Francis Comes Alive." His music, praised for its psych-rock flair, is celebrated worldwide.

Paul Thorn, from Tupelo, MS, blends bluesy, Southern roots music with universal truths. He's collaborated with Bonnie Raitt, Sting, and more, battled Roberto Duran, and charted on Billboard. Thorn's known for his originality and has appeared on shows like Conan O'Brien and Kimmel.