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With a career that spans over 38 years and 28 albums, Will Downing is one of the most versatile and loved voices of our time. Known as The Prince of Sophisticated Soul, his repertoire consists of signature interpretations of R&B classics like “I Go Crazy,” “Wishing On A Star” and “I Try,” with original hits “A Million Ways,” “Sorry I” and the show-stopping duet with Rachelle Ferrell, “Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This.”

R&B and soul singer-songwriter, Leela James‘ successful career first began when she burst onto the scene in 2006 with her debut album, A Change is Gonna Come. The songbird has earned countless spots on the Billboard charts, including No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Charts and No. 8 on Urban Adult song of the year for hit single “Complicated” from her latest album See Me. Leela’s classic albums have also earned nominations for Outstanding New Artist at the NAACP Image Awards (2008), Best R&B/Soul or Rap New Artist at the Soul Train Music Awards (2008) and scoring her first award from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for her 2014 single “Fall for You,” now certified gold, selling more than 500,000 equivalent units.

Avery*Sunshine has established herself as a musical powerhouse, seamlessly blending her roles as a pianist, singer, songwriter and producer. A proud graduate of Spelman College, her journey from the academic halls to the global stage is a testament to her talent, dedication, and passion for music. Avery’s career is marked by significant achievements, including four top 20 hits on the Billboard charts. Her song “Call My Name” reached the coveted #1 spot, affirming her place in the music industry. Beyond her personal successes, Avery is a committed advocate for artists, serving as a Board Governor for the Atlanta Chapter of the Recording Academy, where she contributes to shaping the music landscape.