Diana Krall – Canadian jazz pianist and singer, known for her contralto vocals. She has sold more than 6 million albums in the US and over 15 million albums worldwide.
“Blue” Lovett – Bass singer & songwriter who came to prominence as a member of the popular American R&B vocal group, The Manhattans. The Manhattans are an American popular R&B vocal group.
Dick Griffey – American record producer and music promoter who founded SOLAR Records, a RAS acronym for “Sound of Los Angeles Records”.
Lillian Lopez – Lead singer for ’70s disco outfit, Odyssey.
W.C. Handy – Composer and musician who referred to himself as the Father of the Blues.