Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and Neal Francis

Neal Francis, whose album 'In Plain Sight' was recorded entirely on tape and mixed by Grammy-winner Dave Fridmann, is known for his piano skills and self-aware lyrics. This body of work, created in a possibly haunted Chicago church, explores upheaval and resilience with a kaleidoscopic sound.

New Orleans' Trombone Shorty, aka Troy Andrews, is a renowned trombonist, composer, and bandleader, known for blending funk, jazz, rock, hip-hop, soul, and blues. A childhood prodigy, he played with Bo Diddley at age four and toured with Lenny Kravitz at 13. He topped jazz charts with albums like Backatown and Parking Lot Symphony. Dedicated to his Treme roots, he founded the Trombone Shorty Foundation and authored two children's books. He's collaborated with top artists and remains a significant influence in contemporary jazz.