Patterson Hood with Craig Finn and The Details

Patterson Hood, born in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, is a singer-songwriter and guitarist known for co-founding Southern rock band Drive-By Truckers. Hood's music combines Southern identity themes with social justice narratives. Acclaimed for his solo work and production, he has collaborated with The Decemberists' Chris Funk. Notable solo albums include Killers and Stars and Heat Lightning Rumbles in the Distance, highlighting his storytelling talent and versatile sound. Hood remains influential in modern music, celebrated for transforming raw realities into soul-stirring art, and is a key figure in contemporary Americana.

Born in Minnesota and based in NYC, Craig Finn is known for his narrative-driven style with The Hold Steady. Influenced by Springsteen and Kerouac, he crafts vivid stories. His solo work, including "Faith in the Future" and "A Legacy of Rentals," features moody, atmospheric sounds with R&B touches. He stays true to his dense storytelling, earning critical acclaim and a devoted following.