Holly is one of those rare performers who is equally at ease singing in a church, at a rally, or from the stage of Carnegie Hall. A skilled stylist, her voice comfortably embraces country, folk, jazz, and musical theater. This versatility has perhaps kept Near from an easily definable commercial career. And yet she is one of our nation's finest... read full bio
Roland Kent LaVoie, better known by the stage name Lobo, is an American singer-songwriter who was successful in the early 1970s, scoring several U.S. Top 10 hits, including Me and You and a Dog Named Boo", "I'd Love You to Want Me" and "Don't Expect Me to Be Your Friend". By 1971, LaVoie had started calling himself Lobo (Spanish for... read full bio
Bushwick Bill Born in Jamaica Years Active :15 Genres Rap Styles Southern Rap, Gangsta Rap Instruments Producer, Vocals Tones Hostile A one-time member of Houston's the Geto Boys, Bushwick Bill created a stir with his 1992 release Little Big Man. It was an unvarnished, sometimes frightening release, with details about the shooting incident that cost him an eye, along with... read full bio
Lady Bunny is an iconic drag queen who rose to popularity along side the famed RuPaul (RuPaul's Drag Race). She is the founder of Wigstock, and annual drag queen festival that ran from 1985-2005. She is a frequent performer at the XL Nighclub in New York City. Bunny was a part of the Queens of Drag: NYC web series in... read full bio
Born Armond, Amanda Lepore has become one of the most notable transgender public figures in history. After transitioning as a teen and receiving reassignment surgery before her 20th birthday, Amanda moved to New York City and established herself as a nightlife figure. Her stardom exploded when she met famed photographer David LaChapelle. She has been his muse since the beginning... read full bio
Tammie Brown (Keith Schubert out of costume) gained recognition on the first season of RuPaul's Drag Race. After he was eliminate he released his debut EP Popcorn. Brown was brought back to Drag Race to compete on RuPaul's All Stars Drag Race, though he was eliminated in only the second episode. Aside from Drag Race, Brown auditioned for season 2... read full bio
John Byner is an actor, comedian, and impressionist who has had a lengthy television and movie career. His voice work includes the cartoon series The Ant and the Aardvark, in which the title characters are voiced by Byner's impressions of Dean Martin and Jackie Mason, respectively. On The Ed Sullivan Show, where he made his first early TV appearances, he... read full bio
Turbo B is an American musician, rapper and beatboxer, best known for his time fronting the electronic music group, Snap! His talents earned him spots with acts such as Maze and The Fat Boys. He has shared the stage with such artists as Chaka Kahn, Michael Jackson, Natalie Cole, Sinbad, Hall & Oates, and even Tom Jones. He also collaborated... read full bio
Blue Chip Brands seek out NYC-based DJ and radio personality Hesta Prynn for her in-depth understanding of musical genres and her capacity to make people feel cool. She frequently speaks at conferences for world leaders and works as a radio personality for SiriusXM. She is the founder and host of Music is Therapy on Amazon Music's live radio platform amp,... read full bio
Born in the rumbling cab of a stone truck and aged in the oak of Tennessees smoky night haunts, The Black Lillies have quickly risen to the forefront of the Americana scene. Founded by multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Cruz Contreras (Robinella and the CCstringband), the group honors the traditions of their Appalachian heritage while blazing new trails in the roots rock... read full bio
Alban Gerhardt is a cellist. He is rapidly emerging as one of the most promising artists of his generation. His debut with the Berlin Philharmonic, led to two engagements on the Berlin Philharmonic Recital Series. Gerhardt's career has thrived and he has performed as soloist and recitalist in many of the world's leading venues. He has appeared with major... read full bio
Jimmie Walker is an American actor and comedian best known for playing James Evans Jr. also known as, J.J., in the television series Good Times which he was nominated for a Golden Globe for. His character on Good Times is best known for his catchphrase, Dy-no-mite!, which he also used in various commercials in the 70s. Fast forward to current... read full bio
The last of fourteen children, born in Arkansas and raised in Southern California, DeMent spent her childhood immersed in gospel and traditional country music. The melodically moving voice of Iris DeMent is always sure to touch the hearts of all her audiences. Now, over 23 years after DeMent released her first album, Infamous Angel, DeMent continues to sing the songs... read full bio
Ward Hayden (acoustic guitar/ lead vocals), J. Ellis Kiggans (drums), Chris Hersch (electric guitar/ banjo/ vocals) and Paul Dilley (bass/vocals) make up the group that is Girls Guns and Glory. For the past ten years, this group of Boston's rising stars have been making a name for themselves through consistent touring (about 200 shows annually worldwide), the release of four... read full bio
Jonathan Wayne JJ" Lawhorn (born in Hanover County, Virginia) is an American country music singer-songwriter. Lawhorn was discovered online by producer Jeremy Stover in 2010. He signed with EMI Music Publishing within a year. He signed a recording contract with Average Joes Entertainment, a record label owned by Colt Ford, in June 2011 when he was 17 years old. Lawhorn's... read full bio
A best-selling author, motivational speaker, singer, songwriter, publisher, poet, actress, radio host, president of Rosetta Creations, Ltd., and the founder of Rosetta Walker Ministries, Rosetta Walker is also an accomplished poet. Rosetta Walker was born in Virginia's Newport News. Later on, she rose to become the President and CEO of Rosetta Creations, Ltd., a multimedia corporation in New York, as well... read full bio
Many smooth jazz fans were taken by surprise in early 1999, when Jeff Kashiwa left the Rippingtons after ten years to devote more time to develop his career as a solo artist, but in truth, the popular saxophonist has always had his eye on striking out on his own. Before joining the Ripps in 1989, he led various ensembles at... read full bio
The Mirage Big Band Orchestra, is your complete corporate entertainment and dancing solution. Since 1993, The Mirage Big Band Orchestra has been thrilling meeting planners, destination management companies, conventions and all of their guests with big band swing, jazz, rock, blues, disco, salsa and variety dance music of all styles. Dinner dances, reception music and corporate musical entertainment has never... read full bio
Kevin Johnson is recognized as one of the top ten ventriloquists in the world. After appearing on America's Got Talent, Kevin became a YouTube phenomenon. His patented brand of clean humor delights children of all ages and twice won Kevin the IAAPA Award for 'Best Male Performer' at any International Theme Park. With hilarious wit and voice-talent that goes beyond... read full bio
When The Drowning Men formed, the product of a childhood friendship between Bardeen, Dolan and Eisenkerch, the idea wasn't to make a career, but to make music. The band, who added Messer and Smith into the mix, musicians who were equally instrumental to the formation of the group, practiced at least three days a week and a self-released an EP,... read full bio
