Join composer, singer and activist Melissa Etheridge as she explores her singular, 25-year recording career. In a moderated discussion, she’ll share the journey she took with her latest release, "4th Street Feeling," and how it’s all about the joyful freedom of expressing what’s inside. Stick around after the discussion for a special live performance.

Whether you know him as a superstar rapper ("No Mercy"), a talented actor ("Boss"), a film producer ("Takers"), an accomplished author ("Trouble and Triumph"), or as a record-label and apparel-line mogul, it’s easy to see how Tip Harris has made an indelible impression on the popular culture. Join Tip as he discusses his upcoming studio album, "Trouble Man," and takes a few questions from the audience.

Join Grammy Award-winning producer 9th Wonder and Duck Down Music co-founder Buckshot for a moderated discussion with allhiphop.com CEO Chuck Creekmur. These talented artists will discuss their musical collaboration, including their brand-new album, "Solution." 9th will also talk about his album "Final Adventure," released on the same day, and the last in a series with rapper Murs. They'll take a few questions and close out the event with a short performance.

Following the incredible success of their good vs. evil, five-album narrative "The Amory Wars," Coheed and Cambria have staked out exciting new ground with "The Afterman: Ascension," the first of a double-album release. Catch these gifted storytellers in a moderated discussion as they talk about their musical journey, take a few questions, and close with a short set from the brand-new album.

Legendary guitarist Don Felder—cowriter of “Hotel California,” four-time Grammy winner, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member, best-selling author—had a long and storied career as guitarist for The Eagles. Now he’s gone solo and has some stories to tell on his new release, "Road to Forever." Join us for this moderated discussion and audience Q&A as he talks about his musical journey and the making of his new album.

Flying Lotus is known for his unique ability to mingle styles and melt genres, mixing electronica, hip-hop, free jazz, and soulful spiritualism. His collaborative new release, "Until the Quiet Comes," is a musical collage of mystical states, dreams, sleep, and lullabies. Bring your questions for the man behind the music to this moderated discussion and audience Q&A.

Alison Sudol, also known as A Fine Frenzy, has sold more than 650,000 albums worldwide. With her newest album, "Pines," she has crafted an imaginative fable—a response to our accelerating pace of life in the 21st century. The story is further realized with a companion book, "The Story of Pines." Join us for a moderated discussion with Alison, then stick around as she reads from the book, takes a few questions from the audience, and plays a short set.

Hear trumpeter/composer/producer/ bandleader Christian Scott discuss and play cuts from his new album, “Christian aTunde Adjuah.”

Rising star Kendrick Lamar began writing rhymes at 13. Studying artists like Jay-Z and Nas, he searched for his own sound, finding it when he first stepped into a recording booth at 16. Catch this moderated discussion with Kendrick as he talks about his life and the upcoming release of his highly anticipated album, "Good Kid, Mad City." He’ll take a few questions and close the session with a short performance.

Jazz musician Roy Haynes will discuss his career and answer audience questions at this meet and greet event. Haynes has worked with Miles Davis, Louis Armstrong and Dizzy Gillespie, among other artists.