Thievery Corporation and Gitkin

Thievery Corporation, from Washington, D.C., is known for their chilled-out electronic music blending trip-hop, acid jazz, reggae, and more. Popular albums include "The Mirror Conspiracy" and "The Richest Man in Babylon." The duo, Rob Garza and Eric Hilton, collaborate with diverse vocalists and genres, gaining acclaim for their antiwar messages. "The Cosmic Game" features Perry Farrell and David Byrne, while "Saudade" shifts to bossa nova. Notable tracks include the Grammy-winning "Lebanese Blonde."

Brooklyn-born guitarist Gitkin mixes world music and funk into "International Cowboy Funk." Known for his reverb-soaked guitar, he gained a cult following with 2018's "5 Star Motel." Formerly with Pimps of Joytime, he worked with Cyril Neville and more. Collaborated with Carol C. and Assaf Spector, showcasing his genre-blending style.