A prominent figure in the Montreal electronic scene, CRi (Christophe Dube) is known for his unique sound palette, which features forward-thinking basslines, intricately syncopated snares, and throbbing house synths. Self-taught and a college dropout, CRi rose to fame on TOKiMONSTA's Young Art label with his EPs "Tell Her" and "Someone Else." His big break came when the mini EP "Me... read full bio
As precisely that occurred one pivotal night in Mainz, Germany. Chris stepped inside the "rave," a brand-new universe, and hasn't left it since. Luno, driven by a desire to help the scene, lived in the Netherlands and studied media management in great detail. As a result, he was signed to Kittball and ZEHN Records, the labels of the renowned pair... read full bio
Rapper Charles Ans from Mexico has elevated the profile of Mexican hip-hop through albums like Ataraxia: A Plena Luz del Dia and his collaboration with Gera MX and Nanpa Básico, Los No Tan Tristes. His relatable lyrics and innovative approach to rap have gained him recognition across the globe. Charles Ans, real name Carlos Miguel Segura Ramírez, was born and reared... read full bio
Cameron Cruce was raised throughout Central and East Africa after being born in Atlanta, Georgia, and he traveled extensively throughout his early years to experience a variety of musical, linguistic, and cultural influences. By the time he turned eighteen, he had lived in fifteen different countries, spoke three languages fluently, and had firsthand experience with the brutal reality of living... read full bio
Though short-lived, Cap'n Jazz had a significant impact on the evolution of the genre, moving from a heavily underground punk subgenre to a more mainstream indie rock subgroup. The primary stylistic contribution made by Cap'n Jazz was in changing the often elusive musical focus of emo from post-hardcore prog-punk to an artistic yet approachable punk-pop. Their discography was as sparse... read full bio
Growing up in St Ives, Cornwall, above his father's nightclub, Charlie Boon's career was set early on. Charlie, who is currently living in Camberwell, London, had a breakout year in which he produced several highly appreciated tunes and garnered a devoted following from his peers thanks to his intensely passionate DJ sets. With more than 100 spins on BBC Radio 1,... read full bio
With her new EP, Blue Oblivion, bedroom pop artist Chenayder is making waves and turning heads and hearts into azure. Chenayder's sound, which combines indie pop and lo-fi, is a soothing balm for weary souls. Her best quality is her purity, and each sip has a certain lightness to her. You feel yourself transported back in time to a time... read full bio
Despite being a native Californian, Charlie Overbey's songs are deeply rooted in the enduring customs of the American South. After years of touring the globe as a support act for bands like Blackberry Smoke, David Allan Coe, and Social Distortion, among others, Overbey gradually gathered a collection of introspective original songs that go beyond the never-ending rock & roll celebration... read full bio
Chris Westfall's creative new approaches to leadership communication have helped businesses on four continents generate multi-million-dollar income streams. He has assisted clients in landing on Shark Tank, Dragon's Den, and Shark Tank - Australia as the US National Elevator Pitch Champion. As a consultant to Fortune 100 corporations and financial leaders, he has successfully rebranded goods and services all over... read full bio
Cole Brauer, a professional sailor and offshore and inshore sailboat captain, made history by being the first female sailor to take line honors in the singlehanded opening leg of the Bermuda One-Two Yacht Race. In addition to setting a new class record for the fastest time around the world, she came in second place in the Global Solo Challenge while... read full bio
Alexander (vocals & guitar) and Stephanie (vocals, drums & didgeridoo) make up the DIY duo Cari Cari. Having lived in Vienna, Hamburg, and London, they are based in Europe. The pair has been dubbed "the raw grit of Cat Power" (BestBefore), "with a pinch of Morricone" (FM4), and "the lovechild of The Kills and The XX" (IndieShuffle). While their single "Nothing's... read full bio
Folk-soul musician Cap Carter, a native of Manila, was raised on the seedy streets of West Sydney. He is an honest, unreserved singer/songwriter who isn't hesitant to show off his innermost feelings. He has been using music to share his tale with audiences both domestically and internationally over the past few years, capturing turmoil and beauty in ballad-style melody and... read full bio
A family of artists gave birth to Claire Brooks in Los Angeles. Her dad quickly replaced a rattle with her mother's paintbrushes, and every night before bed, he cooked up intricate unique stories for her and her brother. As she got older, she developed an obsession with patterns—creating and disrupting them on all levels and spectrums. She learned that math was... read full bio
Cordelia envelops you in an emotional embrace of love, sorrow, and the need for independence through her blend of jazz, folk, country, and rock sounds. Look for the music to the episodes in your life. "Little Life," Cordelia's breakthrough song, is poised to become a true online sensation. This charming blend of folk-tinged indie-pop has served as the soundtrack for more... read full bio
Originating from the banlieues of Paris, Crystallmess is a generous person. She is a writer, producer, DJ, and mixed-media artist who is interested in bringing attention to both historical and contemporary subcultures. Her approach as a DJ and producer has been directly influenced by her upbringing in a French Caribbean and African home, but she still sneaks out, lets her hair... read full bio
Originally from New York City, Chloé Caillet is a dynamic force in the global dance music industry. She has a diverse career as a DJ, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and label owner. Her musical path, shaped by a variety of experiences, defies expectations and exhibits a genre-bending, harmonious defiance. From club promotion to A&R positions at Republic Records, Chloé's early involvement in... read full bio
Organizational psychologist Adam Grant cites Corey Keyes' seminal work on "languishing" in a widely shared opinion piece in The New York Times. Keyes, who has spent decades researching this phenomenon, examines its broad effects on mental health as well as its policy ramifications. He developed the idea of languishing as a condition of low-grade mental exhaustion that impacts our drive,... read full bio
Pearce Rampone was one of the most renowned players in international soccer history. He resigned from playing the game and is now a soccer coach, author, keynote speaker, and well-known sports broadcaster. Pearce Rampone, a native of Point Pleasant, New Jersey, was a basketball scholarship recipient at Monmouth University, where he started as the team's point guard and then joined the... read full bio
Ampi made the decision to relocate to Berlin following her initial performances at the Primavera Festival and Creamfield's main stage. She continued to develop as an artist after arriving in Europe, always aiming to produce music that is simultaneously entertaining, captivating, and sincere. In addition to embracing Berlin's vibrant creative scene, she established her label, Napp Records, during this time, first... read full bio
Corey Brettschneider has spent almost his entire adult life studying and teaching constitutional law and politics. He graduated from Stanford with a law degree and Princeton with a doctorate in politics. Corey has since taught and written at Brown's political science department and served as a visiting professor at Harvard, Fordham, and the University of Chicago law schools. He has... read full bio
