Dwight Yoakam with The Mavericks and Phillip Bowen

Dwight Yoakam, born in Kentucky, is a celebrated country artist known for hits like "Guitars, Cadillacs" and "Fast as You." He boasts 25M+ album sales, 12 gold and 9 platinum albums, and 21 GRAMMY nominations. He has collaborated with stars like Lucinda Williams and Steve Earle, and also acts, with roles in films like "Sling Blade" and "Logan Lucky."

The Mavericks, formed in Florida in the late '80s by Raul Malo and Robert Reynolds, blend country with rock, pop, and Latin styles. Their 1994 album "What a Crying Shame" showcased Malo's emotive vocals and earned critical acclaim. Known for hits like "Dance the Night Away," they achieved success in the U.S. and U.K. Collaborating with artists like Bernie Taupin, the band continues to innovate, with albums such as "In Time" and "En Español," while their lineup features pianist Jerry Dale McFadden and guitarist Eddie Perez.