Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and The Soul Rebels

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.

The Soul Rebels blend New Orleans brass tradition with funk, soul, hip-hop, jazz, and pop. Known for explosive shows, they've collaborated with Katy Perry, DMX, Nas, and Metallica. Featured on NPR's Tiny Desk and Stephen Colbert's show, they tour globally, capturing audiences across four continents.