Thievery Corporation and DJ Shadow

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."

Josh Davis, known as DJ Shadow, born in California, is celebrated for his innovative hip-hop style and humanistic themes. Notable for albums like "Endtroducing.....," he collaborates widely, blending instrumental and vocal tracks. His double album "Our Pathetic Age" separates genres to challenge listeners' boundaries.