Thievery Corporation and Matthew Dear

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."

Matthew Dear, born in Texas, is known for his unique blend of experimental electropop and minimal techno. He's collaborated with Tegan and Sara and opened for Depeche Mode. Popular releases include "Dog Days," Black City, and Beams. Dear also DJs and produces under aliases like Audion. His debut album, Leave Luck to Heaven, showcased Bowie-inspired vocals. He remains a versatile artist recognized for his inventive style and introspective songwriting.