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For more than three decades, Pat Benatar has been a rule-breaker and a trailblazer and remains a bold and distinctive artist both on stage and on record. The four-time Grammy winner is a classically trained mezzo-soprano and a bonafide rock ’n’ roll legend. In the 1980s, she had 19 Top 40 singles, including “Hit Me with Your Best Shot,” and “Love Is a Battlefield.” Her husband, Neil Giraldo has been a professional musician, producer, arranger and songwriter for over 40 years and changed the face of the pop charts throughout the ’80s with Benatar. His catalog includes “Jessie’s Girl,” and “Don’t Fight It.” The duo hit the road every summer, thrilling audiences just as they always have.

 

In the nearly 30 years since Melissa Etheridge released her self-titled debut album, the singer-songwriter has collected many accolades, including two Grammys and an Oscar. She is known for her confessional lyrics and smoky vocals. With her latest album, “This is Me,” her 12th collection of new material, she is not alone as a songwriter. For the vibrant collection she teamed with some of the most creative, inventive figures, including Jerrod Bettis and Jon Levine. Recording the new album proved an inspiring experience for her and the resultant energy is clear in the songs. “I haven’t been this excited about making music and creating in ages,” Etheridge said. “Song after song was a great experience.”