Anthony Hamilton with Johnny Gill and Leela James

Anthony Hamilton, born in Charlotte, NC, is known for his rugged yet graceful R&B voice. After early career struggles, he broke through with "Comin' from Where I'm From" in 2003. Hamilton's notable collaborations include Al Green, with whom he won a Grammy for "You've Got the Love I Need." His hits like "Charlene" and albums "Back to Love" and "What I'm Feelin'" earned Grammy nods. He's collaborated with artists like Babyface and Nas, and founded the My Music Box label for his 2021 album "Love Is the New Black."

Johnny Gill, born in Washington, D.C., soared with 8 Top Ten R&B hits since 1984, including duets with Stacy Lattisaw. A New Edition member, his solo 'Johnny Gill' (1990) went platinum with hits like "My My My". Known for his deep baritone, he's also part of LSG and won Grammy nods.

Leela James, born in Los Angeles, blends classic soul with contemporary flair. Known for her gritty vocals, she's been compared to Aretha Franklin. Her debut, "A Change Is Gonna Come," involved Kanye West and Raphael Saadiq. Hits include "Say That" with Anthony Hamilton and "Don't Want You Back." She also appeared on R&B Divas: Los Angeles.