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Judy Collins

16 concerts

Judy Collins, born in Seattle, is a versatile folk artist known for her clear voice and interpretive flair. She gained fame with hits like "Both Sides Now" and "Send in the Clowns." Throughout her six-decade career, she has covered songs by artists such as Leonard Cohen and Bob Dylan and penned originals like "My Father." Collins' collaborations include Stephen Stills, who inspired "Suite: Judy Blue Eyes." Her career renaissance saw chart-topping success with Winter Stories in 2019 and her first all-original album in 2022. Her work spans genres from folk-rock to a cappella, earning her lasting acclaim.

Jimmy Webb

8 concerts

Jimmy Webb, born in the US, is a legendary songwriter known for hits like "Wichita Lineman" and "MacArthur Park." He's collaborated with icons like Kanye West and Glen Campbell. The only artist with Grammy wins in music, lyrics, and orchestration, he's also won the Ivor Novello International Award and the Academy of Country Music’s Poet Award. Webb, a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, is revered for his book "Tunesmith" and memoir "The Cake and the Rain." He's married to PBS host Laura Savini.

Yola

5 concerts

Yola, originally from the UK, is a six-time GRAMMY-nominated artist known for her soul-infused music. Her album "Stand For Myself" was hailed by NPR as the best soul record in 20 years. She portrayed Sister Rosetta Tharpe in Baz Luhrmann’s "ELVIS," earning a NAACP Image Award nomination. She debuted at the American Music Awards as the SONG OF THE SOUL performer. Her influence is recognized by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, featuring her guitar in their exhibit.

Graham Nash

19 concerts

Graham Nash, born in Blackpool, England, co-founded the Hollies and later joined Crosby, Stills & Nash, earning Rock & Roll Hall of Fame entries with both. Known for hits like "Marrakesh Express," "Teach Your Children," and "Our House," he's acclaimed for his harmony-laden pop and folk-rock. A solo career with albums like "Songs for Beginners" paralleled his musical collaborations. Also a photographer, Nash held exhibitions at Sotheby's. He collaborated with artists like David Crosby, Stephen Stills, and Neil Young, and contributed to pivotal albums “Déjà Vu” and “This Path Tonight.”

Shawn Colvin

6 concerts

Born in Vermillion, SD, Shawn Colvin emerged in the '80s new folk scene with a pop-influenced style. Her 1997 hit "Sunny Came Home" won two Grammys. She collaborated with John Leventhal and sang backup on Suzanne Vega's "Luka."

Suzanne Vega

22 concerts

Suzanne Vega, born in California and raised in NYC, is known for her poignant storytelling in folk music. Emerging in the 1980s, she's lauded for hits like "Luka" and "Tom’s Diner." The New York Times praises her as a "masterful storyteller." Her album "An Evening of New York Songs and Stories" includes deep cuts and a cover of Lou Reed’s “Walk On The Wild Side.” Vega draws inspiration from NYC, with influences like The Ramones and Fontaines D.C., and collaborates with filmmaker Martha Colburn.

Valerie June

8 concerts

Valerie June, known for her distinctive voice and style, is a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter from Tennessee. She blends love and joy in her music, with albums like "Pushin’ Against A Stone" and "The Moon and Stars: Prescriptions for Dreamers." Praised by Bob Dylan, she has collaborated with M. Ward, The Blind Boys of Alabama, and Norah Jones. Her songs resonate with emotional honesty and optimism.

Livingston Taylor

5 concerts

Livingston Taylor, a musical storyteller from Boston, blends folk, pop, gospel, and jazz. Over 50 years, he’s collaborated with James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, and Linda Ronstadt; taught at Berklee; and released 22 albums.

Willie Nile

7 concerts

Buffalo-born Willie Nile, dubbed "one of the most gifted singer-songwriters" by The New York Times, is known for his raw rock style. Hailed as "a one-man Clash," his iconic albums, like *Streets of New York* and *The Innocent Ones,* received critical acclaim. He toured with The Who and performed with Bruce Springsteen. Earning accolades like "Top Ten Best Under-the-Radar Albums" by Rolling Stone, his legendary live shows led to his Buffalo Music Hall of Fame induction. His 2020 release, *New York At Night,* was praised as a "sonic love letter to Gotham."

Lucy Kaplansky

6 concerts

Lucy Kaplansky, born in Chicago, is known for her crystalline harmonies and folk music. Initially a psychologist, she became a full-time musician, collaborating with artists like Suzanne Vega, Shawn Colvin, and John Gorka. Her notable albums include The Tide and Flesh and Bone.