Blurring the lines between alternative rock, jazz, funk, metal, bluegrass and other genres still, Umphrey's McGee exploded out of the contemporary Jam Scene in the late Nineties with an inimitable fusion of improvisation and progressive rock that was influenced by the likes of King Crimson, Yes, Pink Floyd and Frank Zappa.

The son of the late, great Bob Marley has had to prove to his detractors not to be riding his father's coat-tails, and has as a result carved out a successful career in reggae for himself. As a child, he was a keen sportsman, and was unaware of his musical abilities until his mother, table tennis champion Anita Belnavis encouraging him to take guitar and trumpet lessons. Fast forward to today and Marley has successfully proven himself a musician that crosses genres, from reggae, dancehall, hip hop and R'n'B. With six studio albums under his belt, his latest Maestro was released in June 2015.

For many, the unique sound of Macy Gray's husky vocals defined mainstream R&B and neo soul in the early 2000s. Originally hailing from Ohio, the songstress fell into the industry when she agreed to help a fellow muso record a demo tape. When her friend failed to show up, she nonchalantly recorded the track's main vocals, yet her distinctive growl caught the ear of industry movers and shakers, paving the way for a multi-platinum, Grammy-winning career.

Californian folk sophomore Brett Dennen is back on the road! A self-taught singer and musician from an early age, Dennen's creative upbringing at home allowed him to compose his own music during his teens, and then to inspire others at summer camp. His 2004 self-titled debut album was well-received when a burned copy found its way to Apple executive Denzyl Feigelson, leading to a record contract with Dualtone Records.

Perhaps best known for the genre-defining power ballad Walking In Memphis, Grammy Award-winning singer songwriter Marc Cohn has left an indelible mark on the dusty Americana and classic rock musical landscape. The troubadour has spent much of his three decade career travelling the open road with the rest of his considerable catalogue of expertly crafted folk songs.