Mary J Blige – American singer-songwriter, actress, and philanthropist. Her career began in 1991 when she was signed to Uptown Records. She went on to release 13 studio albums, eight of which have achieved multi-platinum worldwide sales.
Lee Ritenour – American jazz guitarist who has been active since the late 1960s.
Rahsaan Patterson – American singer and actor, best known for portraying “The Kid” on the 1980s television show Kids Incorporated.