Cooper B. Handy, a Cape Cod native, began putting out music under the name LUCY. Since then, the singer/producer from Western Massachusetts has established a career out of self-releasing unfinished songs and films that are released in almost real time. With gigs in basements and warehouses all throughout the country, LUCY has developed a cult following on the DIY circuit... read full bio
The Los Angeles League of Musicians, or LA LOM, is a local instrumental group. They combine the twang of Peruvian Chicha and Bakersfield Country with the sounds of Cumbia Sonidera, 1960s soul ballads and traditional love boleros that come from radios, backyard parties and dance clubs in Los Angeles. LA LOM has been connecting with a young audience that wants to listen to... read full bio
Tilly Scantlebury is the creator of Lazy Day. The rising London band has received backing from Lauren Laverne at BBC 6Music, The Fader, Noisey and others throughout the course of a number of singles and EPs, thanks to what VICE has termed "inherently generous songwriting" and what DIY has named "more evidence of Tilly's growing ambitions." With their much-discussed and incredibly entertaining live... read full bio
Le Motel, a native of Brussels, lives in a visual and aural universe that encompasses all the different regions of the globe. His flexibility as a music producer and film composer has naturally led him to festivals and clubs in every direction, just as it has taken him as a field recordist to remote parts of the world. Le Motel... read full bio
Lindsay Tjepkema formerly worked as a marketing executive for a worldwide martech SaaS firm. She, like many Casted customers, was in charge of the brand's content marketing activities. Her aim was to assist the company expand by unifying the brand around a consistent message, humanizing it with a unified voice and highlighting the opinions of consumers, partners, industry experts and internal thought leaders. What... read full bio
Les Amazones d'Afrique is a creative force that welcomes diverse viewpoints, powerful harmonies that call attention to the rights of women and girls, and a collision of old-school talent and up-and-coming artists. Mamani Keta, Oumou Sangaré and Mariam Doumbia, three well-known Malian musicians and social activists, founded the collective in Bamako, Mali. Since then, the collective has grown to include several female... read full bio
The extraordinary partnership known as Lodestar Trio unites violin virtuoso Max Baillie of Britain with luminaries of the Scandinavian folk scene Erik Rydvall and Olav Mjelva. By fusing the violin with ancient Nordic string instruments, such as the Norwegian hardanger fiddle and the Swedish nyckelharpa, they together infuse a sense of rhythm and improvisation into Baroque music. Max saw one of... read full bio
What happens when music embodies the carefree, happy vibe of the Hawaiian Islands As a consequence, Sea Major Seven Inc. issued "A Dollar Short and a Minute Late," the first full-length album by musician, pro big wave surfer, and Ford model LANDON MCNAMARA. Landon creates a musical combination platter of upbeat and approachable music by fusing his own style of reggae,... read full bio
Since taking the hard rock world by storm, Lansdowne has made a name for itself the old-fashioned way: on the road. The band has played numerous shows all over the world, including one for the troops that went through Kuwait, Afghanistan and Kyrgyzstan. They have also shared stages with other rock legends like Pop Evil, Theory of a Deadman, Puddle of... read full bio
While some DJs are known for their excellent taste, others have an impact on it. It's common to chase popularity, particularly in a time when people are obsessed with "the DJ," but a select group of genuine tastemakers speak with their international colleagues who dig crates, subtly influencing your favorite DJ. One such DJ is Andrew Hogge, better known as... read full bio
Producer, engineer and DJ Nick Moore is Linkwood. His most well-known works are the critically lauded albums "Miles Away," "Piece of Mind," and the magnificent "Expressions" that he released on Firecracker Records. Ten years after its first release, on Prime Numbers, he put out his debut album, "System," which was recently remastered and repressed on Linkwood's "Night Theatre" label. He characterizes... read full bio
The Shenandoah River rumbles over old stones in the shallows, creating a sound. It performs music the way it used to—plainly and honestly. Before you proceed to the hills and hollers, buckle that belt without any nonsense. The Low Water Bridge Band is there, beneath the Virginia moon. The band's romping, stomping, country-grass Americana isn't for the timid, having been forged... read full bio
The chairman of Nike, Inc.'s Jordan Brand Advisory Board is Larry Miller. He has had a major influence on the sports and leisure industries, especially in the luxury footwear and clothing market, and is well-known for his inspirational leadership. Miller has twice held the position of President of the Jordan Brand, working closely with Michael Jordan and Nike's worldwide leadership... read full bio
Ariel Engle, the newest vocalist for Broken Social Scene, is known as La Force. La Force's sound is nighttime electronic pop with captivating vocals by Engle over a powerful arrangement. She makes a lasting impression on Broken Social Scene's electrifying live performances with her flowing, powerful lead vocals on the oblique hymn "Stay Happy" and the soaring "Gonna Get Better,"... read full bio
Enter the captivating, passionate world of Lynne Jackaman, whose highly acclaimed first album "One Shot," which debuted at number one on Amazon, is a seismic tribute to her musical prowess and the raw stories of her life. Produced by Jamie Evans and a group of legendary musicians, including Spooner Oldham, whose musicality helped bring When A Man Loves A Woman and... read full bio
LOVRA is a gifted and one-of-a-kind Berlin lady who travels the world as an internationally requested DJ and successful producer. LOVRA crafts her own distinct style by mixing her affinity for music from the 1980s and 1990s with her natural sense for modern melodies, danceable house beats, stunning vocals, and rolling basslines. She enchants crowds at today's major festivals. LOVRA... read full bio
Luis Miguel Coronal Gamez was born in Tucson, Arizona. He's emerged as one of Latin music's most successful performers. With his gentle voice and endearing grin, he may be the ideal boy for many, but what really appeals to his fans is his desire to share. His morals, ethics, and work ethic are what truly fan the flames of your... read full bio
Lizzie Berchie is an East London-born singer-songwriter with golden voice. She is a member of the new generation of musicians that are using bold and unapologetic statements to redefine neo-soul. Lizzie explains to The Floor Mag that her goal has always been to create music that is "uplifting," "affirming," and occasionally "spiritual." She did just that with her incredible debut... read full bio
A collection of works by Lydia Luce is endowed with all the transforming beauty of watercolor; they are simultaneously dreamy, delicate, and incredibly powerful in their emotional authenticity. Florida Girl, the second full-length album by the Fort Lauderdale-born singer/songwriter, combines a brilliant indie-folk sound with a deep dive into Luce's personal life, touching on topics like mortality, body image, and... read full bio
Leila is one of the foremost authorities on Latin music worldwide, and she has greatly contributed to changing how the industry as a whole covers and views Latin music. Billboard, which has daily, in-depth coverage of Latin music and receives close to 2.5 million unique views each month for its Latin content in both English and Spanish on Billboard.com, is... read full bio
