Last night, the annual talent showcase hosted by The Ally Coalition unfolded in New York. The event, held at the Jack H. Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, boasted a stellar lineup including St. Vincent, Clairo, Bartees Strange, and Jason Isbell, who graced the stage alongside the musical prowess of Ally Coalition co-founder Jack Antonoff’s ensemble, Bleachers.

In a captivating collaboration, Clairo, Bartees Strange, and Bleachers united to deliver a mesmerizing rendition of Clairo’s poignant track, “Blouse,” which was originally released in 2021. For the song, Clairo sat center, smiling with an acoustic guitar with Antonoff, Strange and Bobby Hawk to her right. As the steady song moved forward, Hawk’s bow dragged across the strings in harmony, giving a sense of elevation, which was responded to with cheers from the crowd.

Beyond the collaborative efforts, individual artists showcased distinctive renditions: Strange showcased his versatility by covering Gerschwin’s timeless classic, “Summertime,” Clairo breathed life into Vashti Bunyan’s “Winter Is Blue,” Jason Isbell paid a heartfelt tribute to John Prine with a rendition of “Hello in There,” and Claud skillfully interpreted Taylor Swift’s “Betty.”

The musical tapestry continued to unfold as St. Vincent, accompanied by Antonoff on piano, mesmerized the crowd with soul-stirring performances of “New York” and “…At the Holiday Party.”

Watch a collection of highlights from The Ally Coalition’s annual event below.