Stokley is best known as the lead singer of the legendary R&B band Mint Condition. His solo career showcases masterful vocals, genre-blending production, and a timeless fusion of classic R&B, funk, soul, and modern rhythms. He is widely respected for his musicianship, high-energy performances, and signature smooth tone.

Ruben Studdard, the Grammy-nominated winner of American Idol Season 2, is known for his warm, velvety voice and soulful approach to R&B and gospel. His music spans heartfelt ballads, classic love songs, and inspirational performances that continue to resonate with audiences worldwide.

John Brown, better known by his stage name J. Brown, is an American singer and songwriter from Detroit, Michigan. He’s currently signed to MoCha Music/SRG-ILS Group. His 2018 single, “Sunrise Sunset” peaked at number 10 on the Adult R&B Billboard Charts. His 2020 single, “Moon”, reached number 7 in the same category.

Johnny Gill Jr. is an American R&B singer, songwriter, and member of the R&B/pop group New Edition. He’s also known for his solo work and as a member of the supergroup LSG with Gerald Levert and Keith Sweat. Gill’s discography includes eight solo albums, 37 singles, and three compilation albums. He’s also recorded a duet album with Stacy Lattisaw and three albums with New Edition. Gill is known for his powerful voice, soaring falsetto, and impeccable timing.

After 7 is a Grammy-nominated R&B group founded in 1987 by brothers Melvin and Kevon Edmonds (the siblings of legendary producer Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds) and their friend Keith Mitchell. Rising to fame in the late 1980s and early 1990s, they became a cornerstone of the New Jack Swing and contemporary R&B eras with multi-platinum hits like “Ready or Not,” “Can’t Stop,” and “‘Til You Do Me Right.” Known for their smooth vocal harmonies and sophisticated style, the group maintained a consistent presence on the Billboard charts for decades.

Mike Phillips is a world-renowned jazz saxophonist from Mount Vernon, New York, recognized as one of the most electrifying instrumentalists in contemporary music. He holds the unique distinction of being the only musician to have recorded and toured with the “Big Three” of American pop: Michael Jackson, Prince, and Stevie Wonder. Beyond his musical collaborations, Phillips made history as the first non-athlete ever signed to the Nike Jordan Brand, reflecting his significant cultural influence at the intersection of music and sports. His five solo albums that have all debuted in the Top 5 on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz charts.

J Sansaverino is an acclaimed New York-based guitarist and composer known for his vibrant “Benson meets Santana” musical style, blending smooth jazz, R&B, and reggae. A graduate of the Berklee College of Music, he has spent over 30 years as a prolific performer, famously serving as the lead guitarist for reggae legend Maxi Priest and performing at high-profile events such as Sir Paul McCartney’s wedding in 2002. With five solo albums to his credit—including the hit-heavy Soul Energy (2022)—Sansaverino has secured multiple Billboard-charting singles like “Ride With Me” and “Keep It Moving”.

Joe, is an influential American R&B singer, songwriter, and record producer who rose to prominence in the 1990s and early 2000s. Raised in a gospel-influenced family in Georgia and Alabama, he debuted with the 1993 album Everything but achieved major multi-platinum success with his third project, My Name Is Joe (2000), which featured the Billboard Hot 100 #1 hit “Stutter” and the perennial favorite “I Wanna Know”. Over his career, Joe has earned seven Grammy Award nominations and is highly regarded for his smooth, romantic vocal style

Pieces of a Dream is a legendary American contemporary jazz and R&B group formed in 1976 in Philadelphia by keyboardist James Lloyd, drummer Curtis Harmon, and the late bassist Cedric Napoleon. Discovering their sound while still teenagers, they were mentored and produced by jazz icon Grover Washington Jr., who helped them achieve international stardom with early 1980s hits like “Warm Weather” and “Fo-Fi-Fo”. Known as the “Pioneers of Smooth Jazz,” the band has released over 20 albums and sold more than one million copies worldwide, consistently blending smooth jazz melodies with soulful R&B grooves.

Marcus Anderson (born 1985) is an acclaimed American fusion saxophonist, singer, and songwriter known for blending contemporary jazz with soul, R&B, pop, and funk. A native of Spartanburg, South Carolina, he was a musical prodigy who began playing saxophone at age 12 and later studied under Branford Marsalis at North Carolina Central University. Anderson gained international fame as a key member of Prince’s New Power Generation, touring and recording with the legend until 2012.

Jeff Bradshaw is a pioneering American soul-jazz trombonist, producer, and songwriter hailing from North Philadelphia. Often referred to as “Mr. Trombone,” he is credited with bringing the trombone to the forefront of mainstream Neo-soul and R&B. Bradshaw rose to prominence as a key figure in the Philadelphia soul movement of the late 1990s, eventually touring and recording with icons such as Michael Jackson, Jill Scott, Jay-Z, Erykah Badu, and Patti LaBelle.

October London is an American soul and R&B singer-songwriter known for his rich baritone vocals that closely mirror the classic sound of Marvin Gaye. A native of South Bend, Indiana, he gained national attention in 2022 after signing to Death Row Records under the mentorship of Snoop Dogg. His breakout album, The Rebirth of Marvin (2023), featured the chart-topping hit “Back to Your Place,” which earned multiple Soul Train Music Award nominations.

His family nickname is “Pooch.” To business associates he’s “Dave.” But to his fans and most of the public, he’s known by his DJ tag, “Uptown’s greatest, Kid Capri.” Born into a musical family in the Bronx, Kid Capri began DJing when, at the age of eight, he talked his mother into buying him a mixer. At the time there were 31 DJs on his block. Now, 15 years later, he’s the only one still spinning. But, as Kid grew up and his hobby became his profession, as a hip-hop DJ and rapper; so the music he helped create grew from a street-level to a worldwide phenomenon. This month marks the debut of his eponymous album on Cold Chillin/Warner Brothers.

Rebecca Jade is an acclaimed singer and songwriter known for her powerful vocals and versatility across jazz, soul, and R&B. Raised in a musical family, she has built a career spanning nearly two decades, performing at top festivals worldwide and touring with artists such as Sheila E., Dave Koz, and Brian Culbertson. A multiple San Diego Music Award winner, Rebecca has released several charting singles and continues to deliver fresh music with new releases slated for 2025. Her dynamic live performances and rich musical background make her one of today’s most compelling contemporary jazz voices.

Eric Roberson is a Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, producer, and independent R&B/soul artist. He’s known as a pioneer of the independent movement in the genre, and has released 17 albums independently. Roberson has sold out shows worldwide and is often called the “King of Independent Soul”. He’s also written songs for other artists, including Musiq Soulchild, Jill Scott, and Vivian Green.