John Prine, Bob Weir, Lucinda Williams, Lee Ann Womack and Joe Louis Walker are among the acts slated to appear at the Across The Great Divide benefit concert at Los Angeles’ Ace Theatre on Friday, October 19. The evening will support The Americana Music Association and The Blues Foundation, marking the first time the two organizations have teamed up for a joint event. Shemekia Copeland, Doyle Bramhall II, Larkin Poe and The London Soul’s Tash Neal will also appear and a variety of special guests are expected. Conan musical director and Fab Faux guitarist Jimmy Vivino will lead the program’s house band.

“The intersection of Americana and the Blues is a place of integrity, passion and love of American roots traditions,” Jed Hilly, Executive Director of The Americana Music Association, said in a statement. “We are so grateful for Greg Williamson and UpperWest Music Group for their support and passion for the music we love. Its a perfect partnership.”

“The Blues Foundation is most appreciative of UpperWest Music Group and Greg Williamson for creating an evening to celebrate the ties between The Blues and Americana music,” Barbara Newman, President & CEO, The Blues Foundation, added. “Each of our organizations and the genres we represent are intricately linked. While The Blues Foundation and the Americana Music Association have had a strong working relationship behind the scenes for many years now, I am especially excited for this opportunity to publicly spread the word of our missions together during what I know will be a unique and special night of music.”