Rufus Wainwright's lush, theatrical pop harks back to the traditions of Tin Pan Alley, cabaret and even opera. Son of Loudon Wainwright III and Kate McGarrigle, brother to musical siblings Martha and Wainwright, songwriting is in his blood. He remains firmly out of their shadows though, with a folk legacy of his own that includes seven studio albums and a fully-fledged opera.

She may have a legend for a father, but Rosanne Cash is iconic in her own right. As a Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter, she has forged a career on her own terms for over three decades. Exploring the country that belies her roots, but also finding success as a crossover artist, taking folk, blues, and gospel influences and winding them into an incredibly strong back catalog.

Leading banjo player Bela Fleck is considered one of the most innovative pickers in the world and has demonstrated his versatility of this instrument, which he uses to play everything from traditional bluegrass to progressive jazz. Catch him live this year as he heads out in support of his newest record, the Grammy-winning 'My Bluegrass Heart'.