Dave Eggers was born in Boston and is the author of the memoir A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius, the book You Shall Know Our Velocity, the story collection How We Are Hungry, and the novel What Is the What. He is the editor of the yearly The Best American Nonrequired Reading series, as well as co-editor of the Voice... read full bio
Dr. Owais Durrani is a board-certified emergency care physician in Houston who advocates for STEM education and works as a medical analyst, TV host, speaker, and practitioner. He often contributes to print media as a medical expert and regularly appears as an independent medical expert on CNN, MSNBC, the BBC, CBS, NBC, and other networks. As a member of the advisory... read full bio
Drapht himself is at the top of skill mountain, leading a group of brilliant musicians with meticulous execution and a broad vision. In Shadows and Shinings, the harsh fabric of catharsis and self-expression is interwoven with a colorful narrative and comedy. Drapht explores Shadows and Shinings in depth and shares a lot of information. Drapht's personal relationships, whether introspective, familial,... read full bio
Dropout Kings is a band that combines elements of hip hop/trap and heavy metal to produce their distinctive "Trap Metal" sound. They take great satisfaction in creating original and avant-garde soundscapes and being pioneers in this distinctive genre. Songs like Scratch & Claw and Going Rogue showcase their contemplative rap lyrics and impassioned voices over sophisticated, metal-inspired orchestration. With millions... read full bio
Born in Toronto, Dansyn is an artist that is contributing to the international dance scene with a unique blend of underground house and varied inspirations. His distinctive style, which combines raw energy with club-ready accuracy, is fueled by catchy vocal hooks, crisp percussion, and heavyweight basslines. He has roots in punk, metal, and live production. Dansyn, a Grammy nominee with... read full bio
Dear Maryanne is a Midwest emo band originating from Boston, Massachusetts. The band comprises three members: Freddy Loeb (vocals, guitar), Daniel Yelin (bass, vocals), and Daniel Charrier (drums). Dear Maryanne's music draws inspiration from musicians like Mom Jeans, Marietta, La Dispute, and Free Throw, highlighting intricate guitar riffs and hyper-specific, yet universally relatable lyrics.... read full bio
On a bleak, cold, frighteningly typical winter night, the last band I was in before Trampled by Turtles played our final show in a modified pizza restaurant-turned-venue in Duluth, Minnesota. The show ended, our band ended, glasses clinked cheers. We had plenty of help loading out our gear that night. So much, in fact, that someone walked away with my... read full bio
Doro Pesch knew she wanted to be a singer since she was three years old. Little Richard's "Lucille" served as the first spark, starting a fire in Doro that is still burning today. Doro aspires to use music to spread happiness around the world. She formed her first band, Snakebite, at age sixteen. After Beast and Attack comes the major... read full bio
An award-winning journalist and one of the country's most renowned physicians, Dr. Bob Arnot knows the steps it takes to help you reach peak performance. In intelligent, high-energy presentations, this best-selling author of twelve books, former chief medical correspondent for NBC, and the face of Google Health reveals the state of healthcare today, and how 21st century developments are helping... read full bio
Doc Hendley is the epitome of an individual who has made a difference. Tens of thousands of people around the world have clean drinking water they did not have before an idea popped into the head of this tattooed keg-tapper musicians head. At the bars where he worked, he started raising money to fight this water epidemic the best way... read full bio
Daniel Ruettiger, better known as “Rudy”, is known as perhaps the most famous graduate of the University of Notre Dame. Rudy and his life and career were the inspiration for the huge film “Rudy”. Rudy’s story is one of overcoming hardships. He was dyslexic and very short for wanting to play football but ended up working through his issues and... read full bio
Dr. Dave Hnida was a forty-eight year-old physician from Littleton, Colorado, when he volunteered for a tour of duty as a battalion surgeon in Iraq. Three years later, he returned for another stint, this time to run the ER of a Combat Support Hospital (CSH)—a modern-day MASH unit in the brutal desert war zone. Paradise General: Riding The Surge At... read full bio
After growing up in a musical family, but also one where music became his escape, Dwele became an MC. He created a demo titled The Rize in his bedroom and sold it from the trunk of his car. His 100 copies went in a week, while renowned producer J Dilla took notice, and Dwele sang the hook on Slum Village's... read full bio
Presenting Dream Team, a blend of corporate entertainment and top-notch hip-hop. Broadway actress Aneesa Folds, World Beatbox Champion Kaila Mullady, Emcee World Champion Dizzy Senze, and Musical Director Richard Baskin Jr. make up this formidable quartet. Any event will reach new heights thanks to Dream Team's thrilling live performance. Dream Team provides experiences that may be customized to meet the... read full bio
Dr. Robert Kriegel teaches bold, innovative, out of the box strategies for keeping ahead of the changes, challenges and competition in todays dynamic marketplace. Author of How to Succeed in Business Without Working So Damned Hard, as well as the international bestseller, If It Aint broke_BREAK IT!, Dr. Kriegel has been called by U.S. News & World Report one of... read full bio
"Dopapod isn’t afraid to experiment with musical sound and various genres. They implement elements of many different genres such as country, funk, rock, and soul to create a sound that is uniquely theirs. They hold much appeal to their listeners with their genre-bending habits, and it’s virtually impossible to pin them to just one style of music. Dopapod has toured... read full bio
David Goldrake is synonymous with exquisite, high concept magic. Tailored, handsome and versatile, a master of magical arts, David has the skill and the charisma to tailor his show for any venue. David’s style is characterized by his spiritual and physical adroitness. His presentations offer a blend of dance and martial arts elements to emphasize the powerful character of this... read full bio
Diana DeGarmos singing talent was noticeable at an early age-- by the time she was five years old, she was used to being on stage and in the spotlight. Diana performed all around Georgia, and even at the Grand Old Opry. Becoming a finalist on the show America's Most Talented Kids" gained her even more exposure. She took the new... read full bio
Power-hitting outfielder Darryl Strawberry was one of baseball's biggest. Strawberry was a star for the New York Mets. His career was derailed by substance-abuse problems that led to a prison sentence, but he found new life afterward as an instructor, philanthropist and restaurant owner. Darryl Strawberry was a gifted athlete with a fluid, powerful swing, at a young age. Strawberry... read full bio
Virtuoso lead guitarist Daryl Stuermer of the super-group Genesis and Phil Collins has been touring the world to sold-out crowds, creating the signature guitar sound of the Phil Collins mega hits “In the Air Tonight” and “Easy Lover.” As co-writer of the Phil Collins Grammy Award Winning, Billboard No. 4 single “Something Happened on the Way to Heaven,” Stuermer continues... read full bio
