Mubin Shaikh was born and reared in Canada, but he would later be persuaded to embrace Jihadi culture in his 20s after a fortuitous meeting with the Taliban in Quetta. He would eventually spend two years in Syria studying Arabic and Islamic Studies under strict supervision, leaving behind his radical beliefs in favor of a more rational interpretation of the... read full bio
In addition to being a foreign policy analyst and speaker, Edward P. Joseph has fifteen years of field experience and is a specialist in conflict management. Over the course of his twelve years in the Balkans, Edward served in every war-torn nation, including Bosnia, Kosovo, and Macedonia. Additionally, he has served in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Haiti, and Iraq. Edward is a... read full bio
Experience the lively and thrilling sounds of The Nashville Brass, a band that skillfully combines the soulful spirit of country music with the rich tones of brass instruments. The Nashville Brass, under the direction of the gifted Herb Bruce, enthralls audiences of all ages with their energetic performance. They promise a memorable performance that will leave you wanting more thanks... read full bio
Born in Atlanta and currently living in San Diego, Casmalia is a producer, performer, and songwriter who has become a sensation on the west coast music scene. Since her debut EP with Hood Politics Records, Casmalia, a musician with classical training and a degree in audio engineering, has been putting out four-on-the-floor weapons on a regular basis. Since then, she has... read full bio
Tonic Walter is a southern German electronic music production duo consisting of Marcel Vckov and Maximilian Nestmann. Tonic Walter blends melodic house, deep house, and techno while maintaining the natural vibe of a live band by utilizing analog synthesizers, live instruments, and organic drum beats.... read full bio
JigJam is created when a skilled Irish musician leaps into the pond while sprinting over the broad fields of bluegrass/Americana while completely nude. The group's home is where bluegrass and American folk music first emerged, and JigJam is here to bring it back. On the grandest platform in country music, JigJam made its Grand Ole Opry debut in Nashville to critical praise,... read full bio
Now based in Bogota, Tribu Baharu was first established in Isla Baharu, off the Atlantic coast of Cartegena, Colombia. They are regarded as the country's leading "Champeta Champions" and, as cultural ambassadors, have brought this sound from Barranquila and Cartegena to theater and festival stages all over the world. The group has established themselves as the contemporary heroes of the Afro-descendent... read full bio
Joel Vaughn was born and raised in the southern United locations. His family was somewhat nomadic, moving to several locations over the years. He traveled the nation from the day of his birth and started singing in churches at the age of seven. Although he was born in South Carolina, he views Texas and Alabama as his childhood home states.... read full bio
Whitlee Casey's family has a long history of appreciating music, which has greatly influenced his path in the field. Whitlee's early musical experiences shaped his passion and laid the groundwork for his future career. Whitlee's varied musical pallet, which would later define his own unique style, was influenced by well-known musicians like David Crowder, Garth Brooks, and Steven Curtis Chapman.... read full bio
Southern artist JED HARRELSON (born and raised in Texarkana) bridges the gap between soul, rock, and R&B with his unique sound. Through an intense touring schedule and regular releases, he has spent the past three years cultivating a devoted fanbase throughout the United States. Since there wasn't much of a scene where he grew up, Jed spent a lot of... read full bio
Hippies And Cowboys are a soulful rock band from Nashville, Tennessee. With its timeless blend of soul, blues, and southern rock, it's hard to say how this sound has endured. Aerosmith, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Eagles, Tom Petty, The Rolling Stones, and CCR are among the many musical influences. Other notable names include Sam and Dave, The Blues Brothers, Booker T... read full bio
Award-winning and nominated for the Pulitzer Prize, Lauren Coyle Rosen is a cultural anthropologist, singer-songwriter, artist, and author. She is the author of Goddess, a global history of goddesses, forthcoming with Holt. She published twelve other books to date. In 2025, she released her first six music albums, blending synth dream pop, spiritual jazz, and chamber sounds. Her latest album,... read full bio
Sahib Singh is a comedian from Baltimore who now resides in New York City. His career began in the Maryland/DC area, where he gained rapid recognition in the local stand-up scene and went on to win the Magooby's New Comedian of the Year award. Sahib has performed with Hasan Minhaj, Stavros Halkias, Nimesh Patel, Noel Miller, Whitney Cummings, and Mark... read full bio
Nike is the sponsor of elite ultra/mountain runner Sally McRae. Sally has finished in first position at the Moab 240 and Badwater 135 and on the podium at some of the most renowned races in the world. Sally's true strength wasn't developed at the gym, despite her reputation for mental toughness and her capacity to endure great pain. Sally opens out... read full bio
Since its founding members, Joe Kollar and Dan Forsyth, started playing music as teenagers in Joe's parents' basement, music has taken Driftwood to sacred ground many times. The Upstate New York folk rock band, which now includes violinist Claire Byrne, bassist Joey Arcuri, and drummer Sam Fishman, is always breaking new ground with their unique take on folk music. They... read full bio
Rob Hardin is a YouTube star, musician, online content developer, social media personality, and songwriter. He is most known for his Christian music and "motivational" videos. His YouTube channel, which goes by the name Rare of Breed, has 290,000 subscribers and 134 million views. He has talked about how he used narcotics as a kid, went to military school, and ended... read full bio
Chad Mattson believed in God, but he hadn't given his life to God yet. He claims the fact put him in a figurative ditch as a young man that he almost didn't get out of. Mattson, who is now the lead vocalist of Unspoken, was not singing the Lord's praises more than twenty years ago. Mattson became a drug dealer, a rebel,... read full bio
Nathan is a company growth consultant, motivational speaker, media personality, and serial entrepreneur. He has started and grown 19 businesses, been on Shark Tank Australia, and set a Guinness World Record. He does all of this while giving speeches that combine growth strategy, psychology, health, and creativity. He speaks often at corporate events, schools, podcasts, and keynote speeches, and he... read full bio
Annika Wooton is a globally recognized speed painter celebrated for her dynamic live art performances at corporate conferences, arena halftime concerts, and large-scale events. Her performances specialize in unique paintings executed live on stage, merging precise creativity with cinematic reveal moments intended to enthrall audiences. Wooton attained national prominence during her reign as Miss Kansas 2019–2020, when her speed-painting skill—featuring a... read full bio
Originally from Birmingham, AL, Monte did not learn to play the guitar until his mother, Maggie, instructed him in his first chords at the age of 13, beneath the trees of the small hamlet immortalized by the Waylon Jennings song "Luckenbach, Texas." Monte initially attained national prominence in 1999 in Austin, Texas, when, as a relatively obscure performer, he delivered an... read full bio
