Lowkey, a powerful and electric rapper from the UK, is a towering figure in the scene who revives the long legacy of conscious hip-hop advocacy for the generation affected by the war on terrorism. Lowkey has a devoted and expanding following of fans and continues to break new ground and incite new hysteria with its politically charged lyrics and clever... read full bio
The Italian musician is behind a number of this decade's most distinctive albums, including Persona (Warp), Quantum Jelly (Editions Mego) and Superimpositions (Boomkat Editions), and is also the head of famous experimental label Presto! One of the most renowned and long-running annual awards in the realm of digital culture and music, the Prix Arts Electronica, recognized Lorenzo Senni's EP "Persona" with the... read full bio
London Afrobeat Collective is excited to return to the festival circuit after spending the last two years in the wilderness creating a massive new repertoire that draws on their favorite inspirations from around the globe. Their high-energy live show is not to be missed. They got their start in the London scene and are a frequent smash on the UK & Europe... read full bio
Milan Ring is motivated by hope, whether it is the prospect of a different route or a light at the end of the tunnel she is now on. It's the resolute motto that frames each rhythm, musical note and lyric on her debut album, I'm Feeling Hopeful, which Milan wrote, recorded, executive produced and mixed entirely. The album won several awards, including... read full bio
Timur Tokdemir started exploring club culture when visiting Berlin as a young man living in the suburbs of Munich learning classical guitar, which finally changed his direction. Tokdemir moved to Berlin and published his debut EP, "See Thru," which put him on the radar of the global electronic music industry rather than pursue a career in classical music. He began... read full bio
Rising sensation Adewale Mayowa Emmanuel was born in Nigeria. From his debut solo single, "Eleko," to his smash, "Mama," which spent several weeks at the top of streaming charts across the African continent, as well as other hits like "Che Che," "Bobo," featuring Davido, "Up To Something," "Geng" and "Of Lagos," Mayorkun has established himself as one of the most... read full bio
Matt 'Jam' Lamont is a pioneer, a well-known DJ, a skilled producer and remixer, a label and A&R manager and a radio host who has been a vital component of the UK Dance scene from its start. With his tenure at the storied Sunday venue, The Arches in South London, Matt's career and the emerging UK underground sounds both truly came into... read full bio
Chilean-born and German-raised author Matias Aguayo has produced a diverse body of work that defies easy categorization into any one genre. The voice, which he has always regarded as his most significant instrument, serves as the foundation for the strange rhythms he creates, which are inspired by his love of house music, new-wave, industrial and local and international music genres. In... read full bio
With more than 20 years of experience behind the turntables, Murdock has progressed from playing small parties to repeatedly rocking every major festival, including a record-breaking 14 appearances at Tomorrowland, regular slots at Balaton Sound, appearances at EDC Las Vegas, Hospitality In The Park, Let It Roll, 12 shows at Dour Festival and additional gigs at countless other sizable events. He... read full bio
Dieselboy stands out as a rare veteran of the art and craft of live DJing in a time when headline "DJs" blatantly play pre-programmed or pre-recorded sets and the crowds naively embrace the pretense. His dedication to producing intricate and distinctive mixes at every performance has won him hordes of admirers throughout the globe. Few musicians mix live on three... read full bio
London-based, Northern-born, the well-known music photographer and DJ Cicely has captured images of some of the greatest figures in the UK underground, including Skepta, Big Zuu and Novelist. Her images have been displayed on billboards all across London, including in places like Leicester Square and Euston. Additionally, CICELY has produced photography for brands including Nike, Vans and Footasylum. She used her time studying... read full bio
The Bamboos, a nine-piece Melbourne band led by Lance Ferguson, have gone a long way since their founding. They created waves globally and were rapidly recognized as one of the best funk and soul bands of our time after being initially influenced by the instrumental raw funk of the late '60s and early '70s. However, The Bamboos have shown that... read full bio
Few bands could combine the high gloss of sophisticated, jazz-influenced pop with the carefree breeziness of the developing new wave as effectively as Haircut 100 in the first half of the 1980's. They were able to combine cheerful vocals, sax solos, skittering guitars, funky breakdowns and horn parts to create a sound that quickly drew in listeners. Even a challenging second album,... read full bio
Nancy Gibbs is a skilled journalist, academic, and well-known authority in the fields of public policy and the media. She is the director of the Shorenstein Center for Media, Politics, and Public Policy at the Harvard Kennedy School and bears the title of Edward R. Murrow Professor. She plays a crucial role in influencing the conversation surrounding media, politics, and... read full bio
MY BABY is a Dutch-New Zealand dance music group that focuses on roots and rock. Psychedelic riffs and rises are combined with blues and slide guitar to create their sound. They have an authentically heavenly voice with a raw, sincere and haunting rhythms. The rawness of rock and punk, the comforting tones of roots and blues, a hint of EDM and a powerful beat... read full bio
John recognized he wanted to assist as many people as possible in recovering from their previous trauma and living whole, connected lives after working for more than twenty years in crisis response and mentoring students in higher education (and discovering actual answers and freedom in his own wellness path). He now focuses his writing, speeches and teaching on topics including relationships,... read full bio
Podcast presenter, producer and editor Jody Avirgan owns Roulette Productions, his producing firm. He acts as story editor and executive producer for a variety of projects and is the host of the Radiotopia programs This Day In Esoteric Political History and Good Sport from the TED Audio Collective. Recent projects he worked on include Adam McKay's Death at the Wing from Hyperobject... read full bio
In the fields of customer experience and sales strategy, Matt Dixon is a highly experienced and significant individual. He plays a crucial role in developing cutting-edge solutions that foster successful customer interactions as the Chief Product and Research Officer at Tethr, a top provider of consumer analytics. Dixon's best-selling books, which have become required reading for experts in the area, showcase... read full bio
Erica Falls, a soul singer and composer, attributes her distinct vintage sound to her upbringing in New Orleans' 9th Ward, where her parents exposed her to Whitney Houston, Roberta Flack, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone and Sarah Vaughan. She adopts a sassy, soulful tone that evokes a bygone period whether she's performing live or recording in the studio. With... read full bio
Jenna Wortham is a journalist, author, podcaster and cultural icon. She is a thought leader at the nexus of technology, culture and identity, providing captivating and perceptive commentary to captivated audiences across media. She is a staff writer for the New York Times Magazine and co-edited the highly acclaimed graphic anthology Black Futures. Editor Jack Silverstein called her "one of the most savvy and... read full bio
