Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with Jackie Venson and Farrow

Trombone Shorty, born Troy Andrews in New Orleans, is a renowned trombonist, composer, and philanthropist known for his unique blend of jazz, funk, rock, and soul. A child prodigy, he played with Bo Diddley at four and toured with Lenny Kravitz at 13. His celebrated albums include "Backatown" and "For True," both topping jazz charts. Andrews founded the Trombone Shorty Foundation to support music education in New Orleans. He has collaborated with icons like U2, Green Day, and Mark Ronson, and has authored children's books, earning acclaim for "Trombone Shorty."

Austin native Jackie Venson is celebrated for her electric performances, sharing stages with icons like Gary Clark Jr. and Melissa Etheridge. Her acclaimed album "Joy" and innovative 2020 livestreams boosted her fame, earning her a spot on Pollstar’s Top 50 Livestreamers and Austin City Limits. Known for genre-blending, her work spans Texas blues, electro-funk, rock, and soul.