So What's Next? with Michelle David & The True-tones, Al Di Meola, and more

New York-born Michelle David leads gospel-infused soul band The True-tones, known for powerful vocals, acclaimed albums, Edison nod, and tours from Pinkpop to Winter Olympics.

Al Di Meola pioneered blending world music, rock, and jazz, known for complex rhythms and lyrical melodies. He won a Grammy, collaborated with legends like Frank Zappa, Chick Corea, and Paco De Lucia, and holds the most Guitar Player magazine awards. His album "OPUS" reflects newfound personal happiness and enhanced compositional skills.

Branford Marsalis, born in Breaux Bridge, LA, is a virtuoso jazz saxophonist known for his genre-defying work in jazz, classical, funk, and rock. He rose to fame in the 1980s alongside his brother Wynton Marsalis and collaborated with Sting, Béla Fleck, and Spike Lee. His acclaimed albums include Grammy-winning I Heard You Twice the First Time and Contemporary Jazz. Known for his innovative spirit, he explores diverse sounds with his genre-bending group Buckshot LeFonque. Marsalis led The Tonight Show band, founded Marsalis Music, and scored the 2020 film Ma Rainey's Black Bottom.

Lakecia Benjamin, a five-time GRAMMY-nominated alto saxophonist and bandleader, is known for jazz hits like *Phoenix* and praised by major outlets. She's worked with John Scofield and Randy Brecker.