Mars Arts D.C.: Before They Were Stars – A Tribute to Background Vocalists

# *Before They Were Stars*: A Tribute to Background Vocalists. ***Mars Arts D.C. Concert Series at Songbyrd. *Before They Were Stars* celebrates iconic artists who began as background vocalists, highlighting the artistry, discipline, and influence of BGVs on popular music. View other events from our upcoming season. Mars Arts D.C. is a partnership of Mars, Incorporated and Washington Performing Arts, with support from Jacqueline Badger Mars. The 2026 Mars Arts D.C. Concert Series at Songbyrd Music House is made possible through the generous support of the following sponsors: the D.C. Office Of Cable TV, Film, Music, & Entertainment; and Pepco, An Exelon Company. Special thanks to the following lead supporters of Washington Performing Arts’s mission-driven work: Jacqueline Badger Mars and Mars, Incorporated; D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities; the National Capital Arts and Cultural Affairs Program and the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts; The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation; and Events DC. Mars, Inc. D.C. Commission on the Arts & Humanities.

Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 8:00 p.m.. Songbyrd Music House. Before They Were Stars celebrates iconic artists who began as background vocalists

Mars Arts D.C. Concert Series at Songbyrd Before They Were Stars: A Tribute to Background Vocalists performed by Puddin' Vocals Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 8.