August Greene, a collaboration between Common, Robert Glasper, and Karriem Riggins, made a significant debut during a special Tiny Desk concert at the White House in 2016 with their powerful song "Letter to the Free," which later won an Emmy. During their recent Tiny Desk concert at NPR headquarters, the trio, along with guest vocalists Brandy, Maimouna Youssef, and Andra Day, showcased tracks from their upcoming self-titled album, including an improvisational freestyle and Day's Oscar-nominated "Stand Up For Something." Common described the theme of the concert as "Foregrounding Women," paying homage to the female vocalists and the spiritual presence of Glasper's late cousin. August Greene, an American supergroup formed in 2018, blends rap, jazz, and soul influences in their music. They released their self-titled album in March 2018, featuring the single "Optimistic" with Brandy. Their Tiny Desk performance in February 2018 was a memorable showcase of their eclectic and powerful musical style.