Grade 2 exposes a new generation to the raw power of classic punk. Their second CD on Tim Armstrong's storied Hellcat Records is a pounding tour de force that combines the unwavering punk spirit with the cry of modern injustice, individual identity, and Gen-Z adolescent grievances, as expressed by three lads who have punk in their veins. After honing... read full bio
Frank Zappa and Frank Sinatra are evoked in equal measure by the spirit of Greep's progressively frenzied and covert soliloquies, with a dash of Scott Walker thrown in. The jazz-funk exercise that is the instrumental title tune is suitable for both the opening theme of a Broadway musical and a TV show's soundtrack. Excitement and expectation are created by the wah-wah... read full bio
Gregor Tresher is one of the few musicians who breaks beyond these cycles in the trend-driven world of electronic dance music. His trade secret a constant emphasis on timbre and melody—timeless components of music that other producers frequently underappreciate. Tresher's music, with its stratified grooves and melodies, is like staring at a painting or photo for a long enough period... read full bio
Gioh Cecato, a hard techno DJ and producer originally from Sao Paulo, Brazil, is now living in the United States. With a rich musical pedigree that included piano and the influence of her musician father, she began her music producing career when she relocated to the United States a decade ago. Gioh Cecato's tracks have appeared on prestigious labels such as... read full bio
While working at Malcolm McLaren's and Vivienne Westwood's clothes store in London, Glen Matlock, an English musician, met guitarist Steve Jones and drummer Paul Cook. He later became the first bass guitarist of the punk rock band the Sex Pistols. Ten of the twelve songs on the Sex Pistols' sole album, Never Mind the Bollocks, are credited to him as... read full bio
Glare, who were formed in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas, are painters of expansive worlds and powerful emotions rather than genre traditionalists. The four-piece band has already amassed a sizable fan base, both online, where people go to temporarily block out emotions, and in person, thanks to their reputation for selling out performances. The band's first album, Sunset Funeral, is... read full bio
Greg Bennick can be the keynote speaker who uses his own distinct approach to make your points, or he can be the comedian who leaves the conference with lasting memories. Greg Bennick collaborates with you to make an impression! He employs clean comedy as a keynote speaker and delves into novel concepts related to creativity and community. Two of his most... read full bio
Professional speaker, innovation thought leader, and accomplished technology executive, Genevieve Bos is also a board member. She has worked as a senior executive or co-founder in the technology sector for more than 15 years. With clients like GE, Coca-Cola, and The Home Depot, she co-founded and served as CEO of IdeaString, a software as a service platform that created the... read full bio
George Fatheree is a Fintech creator, social impact entrepreneur, pioneering attorney, captivating public speaker, and subject matter expert. George is presently the Founder and CEO of ORO Impact, a social impact Fintech company committed to eliminating the wealth gap by reinventing access to down payment help in order to significantly boost house ownership. As a former law firm partner, George... read full bio
Ganes Kesari has been employing technology to solve complex organizational problems for more than 20 years. In order to assist decision-makers in utilizing data for outstanding commercial value, he writes, lectures, and teaches. Tensor Planet, an AI product company that Ganes started, is upending the waste management sector. He previously co-founded his first business, Gramener, a 250+ member company that provides... read full bio
Gitanjali Rao is an innovator, a future scientist, a writer, a speaker, and a global advocate for STEM. She received an EPA Presidential award for her patented development of a cutting-edge lead contamination detection equipment and was named America's Top Young Scientist. Gitanjali is also the creator of "Kindly," an anti-bullying program that uses artificial intelligence and natural language processing, and... read full bio
Glitterer, a post-hardcore band based in Washington, D.C., has released its fourth full-length album. It is titled "erer" and is released on Purple Circle Records, a small imprint that Ned Russin, the singer/bassist, co-owns. erer is the most thematically urgent work that the band has produced to date. The band's lineup was revamped last year, with drummer Robin Zeijlon and... read full bio
Gvllow was raised in the heart of the harsh Southern California punk culture, where he was influenced by bands such as TSOL, The Adicts, and Subhumans. But Gvllow is restless: in 2015, he immersed himself in the rugged world of underground rap, serving as a DJ for Ghostemane, Lil Peep, and later City Morgue. This explosive blend of punk and... read full bio
Set up in 2011 as an online archive by the artist and DJ Alberto Guerrini, the project's objective is to establish dialogues regarding the sonic landscape and aesthetic of Hardcore Continuum and post-rave within the context of contemporary art and music. This will be achieved through printed publications, recordings, exhibitions, and live performances. The Hakke Show, which has been presented... read full bio
Gene On Earth appeared to emerge from nowhere. He emerged into the public eye with a succession of EPs on his label after a decade of honing his craft. Together with his now-iconic animated character, he created a high-spirited musical style that is both accessible and underground, uniting both underground connoisseurs and trend-following clubbers. His debut album, 'Local Fuzz,' was... read full bio
Geralyn Lucas is a breast cancer survivor, author and cancer detection activist. At only 27, Lucas was diagnosed with breast cancer, shaking her young world. She shares her incredible journey in her memoir, Why I Wore Lipstick: To My Mastectomy. Having been diagnosed at an early age, Lucas thought it was important to share her story with others to... read full bio
Greg Lloyd Sr. is a former American professional football linebacker who played in the NFL. Lloyd was born in Miami, Florida, and he began his career playing football in high school before going on to play college football at Fort Valley State University where he was a three-time All-Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference selection, a three-time team Defensive MVP, SIAC Player... read full bio
Following many years of listening to music, his early heroes being Floyd Cramer, the Ventures and Booker T. And The MGs, Winston took up the piano at the age of 18. He switched to jazz after being influenced by the ‘stride’ piano of Fats Waller. The mysterious and enigmatic Winston stopped playing in 1977 until the music of Professor Longhair... read full bio
Greg Behrendt is a standup comic first and foremost. His comedy resume features HBO's Mantastic, Comedy Central Presents and last year's Uncool, seen exclusively on Comedy Central, as well as many appearances on late night shows like The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Show with David Letterman and Late Night with Conan O'Brien. This fall he will be... read full bio
Grace Kunz is an entrepreneur, author, leading businesswoman, and a recognized expert in the apparel technology industry. Her teaching and research interests include, assortment planning, merchandising, product development and other global issues. Best known for introducing the process of merchandising, she introduced the principles applied to product lines in both the manufacturing and retailing sectors. Kunz broke new ground with... read full bio
