Rickie Lee Jones. 2023 credit Vivian Wang

Spectacle Live is bringing two celebrated singer-songwriters to The JPT Film & Event Center in Newport next spring.

Marc Cohn, a Grammy winner, takes the stage on March 28 at 8 p.m. Two-time Grammy recipient Rickie Lee Jones follows on May 6 at 8 p.m.

Want to grab tickets? They’re up for grabs starting November 15 at 10 a.m. Head to JanePickens.com or call 1-800-657-8774.

Cohn, best known for his soulful hit “Walking in Memphis,” mixes rhythm and blues, soul, and gospel in his music. In 2019, he teamed up with gospel legends Blind Boys of Alabama for the album “Work To Do.”

Tickets for Cohn’s show range from $59 to $89.

Marc Cohn. Photo Credit: Drew Gurian

Jones recently released her Grammy-nominated album “Pieces of Treasure” in 2023, reuniting with producer Russ Titelman, who worked on her first two records. Her memoir, “Last Chance Texaco,” has been praised by critics, named Book of the Year by MOJO and a Best Book of the Year by Pitchfork and NPR.

For Jones’ performance, tickets are priced between $49 and $79.

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