With a combined social following of over 800K and more than 100M organic views, PLAYGRND Series has cemented its status as a worldwide phenomenon in just one year. The idea behind the series was to combine music, culture, and urban energy into a vibrant platform that fosters community connections and creativity. By converting urban landscapes into lively arenas for expression... read full bio
From Six Mile, South Carolina, Blake Whiten is an instrumentalist, vocalist, and composer. With his distinctive, raspy voice, he combines Southern Rock and Country music. His storytelling lyricism strikes a deep chord, influenced by Lynyrd Skynyrd. Blake attracted the attention of Nashville's most renowned songwriters and producers after a viral cover of "I Guess" established the tone for his single... read full bio
Rin is the epitome of the contemporary bedroom songwriter—a digital native with an honest, genuine voice—from penning love songs in her bedroom to sharing low-fidelity videos online. During the epidemic, Rin, who had always been a natural singer, learned to play her favorite songs on the guitar. Her desire to write her own quickly sprang from that curiosity. Without giving it... read full bio
What started off as a covert get-together for family and friends quickly expanded into the live event business that is currently upending the comedy landscape in New York City. It's possible that you've seen David and Ethan, the curly-headed gentlemen who produce shows in the laundry room beneath your apartment and get ejected from snobby stores in Soho, strolling about... read full bio
For almost thirty years, Doc Martin (Martin Mendoza) has been a staple in the dim light of sweat-drenched dance floors, beneath disco balls that fling silver shards across moving bodies. He has taken the pulse of underground culture with him, influencing it as much as he has maintained it, from the acid house cellars of San Francisco to the open-air... read full bio
One of a kind, that's Ben LaMar Gay. One of the most varied artists working today, with a gift for composing and conjuring cosmopolitan blues; Jeff Parker has described him as "hands down, one of my favorite musicians on the planet today." Born and reared on Chicago's South Side, Gay was a disciple of the illustrious AACM. When he was... read full bio
Themes like rebirth, regeneration, and identity redefinition are the foundation of the Los Angeles-based rock band DAME. The band's dynamic and dramatic existence encompasses themes and visuals that span from medieval knights to 1920s gender-bending cabaret to revolutionary troops. DAME aspires to revive the authentic essence of rock & roll, drawing inspiration from a profound admiration for bands such as... read full bio
Naarly is a DJ and producer from Sweden who lives in Malta. He had a lot of success after working in music for a long time. His songs "What I Need" (over 40 million streams) and "Addicted" were enormous hits, and he got backing from artists like Black Coffee, Solomun, Adriatique, and others. The catalog has attracted major labels like... read full bio
Dalton & the Sheriffs represent a unique phenomenon: a country band originating from Boston. Through steady live performances at local venues and supporting national bands, the quintet cultivated a robust regional fanbase during the 2010s. The ensemble, comprising vocalist Brian Scully, guitarists Jon Silva and Steve Baker, bassist Sam Bouve, and drummer James Zaner, convened and initiated a local acoustic... read full bio
For aficionados of techno, few names hold as much significance as Mark Reeve. The Drumcode icon has dedicated more than twenty years in Germany, honing his skills after departing the UK in search of a scene robust enough to accept the formidable, unyielding techno sound that characterizes his vision. Supported by prominent techno figures such as Adam Beyer, Sven Väth,... read full bio
Hannah Harding, whose stage name is Aldous Harding, is a Kiwi singer and songwriter. Her debut, which drew similarities to Scott Walker and Kate Bush, garnered praise for her gothic indie folk and stark emotionality. Party, Designer, and Warm are some of the subsequent outings Chris took a more wacky approach to indie pop, channeling artists like Nico and Cate... read full bio
Alicia Bognanno is the singer, songwriter, and guitarist for Bully, a raucous indie rock band that produces pop hooks with a hint of grunge. Bognanno is a talented musician, producer, and engineer. Her elemental guitar work enhances the intensely intimate and self-disclosing content of her songs, a style that was developed on Feels Like and continued on their second full-length... read full bio
Connor Wood, who goes by @fibula on social media, began his internet comedy career with relatable tirades about being unemployed and living in quarantine. Since then, Connor's videos have received tens of millions of likes. He and Brooke Averick co-host their podcast, Brooke and Connor Make a Podcast. Since announcing his first "Fibs & Friends" tour, Connor has sold out... read full bio
Known for his bold, high-energy style and sharp observational humor, Ari Matti is a stand-up comedian who was born in Estonia. Combining his Eastern European roots with his international experiences—performing in the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, Canada, Asia, and Australia—he earned spots on Joe Rogers' comedy mothership, Kill Tony, and even the Joe Rogers experience. Ari created comedy history... read full bio
Actor, comedian, author, podcaster, and television personality Matt Rogers resides in Los Angeles. Alongside SNL's Bowen Yang, he co-hosts the well-liked podcast "Las Culturistas," which was awarded Time Out New York's #1 Comedy Podcast and Time Magazine's "50 Best Podcasts to Listen to Right Now." He was named one of Variety's Comics To Watch. Matt has appeared in the animated... read full bio
Members of Turnstile and Trapped Under Ice founded the American rock group Angel Du$t in Baltimore. Brand New Soul is the most recent of their five studio albums to date. Billboard identified the band as one of the most significant in expanding the definition of hardcore punk, and they are contracted to Roadrunner Records. Pretty Buff was listed as one... read full bio
The Melbourne-based duo SXNCELLO is pushing the limits of live electronic music. By combining state-of-the-art production with the unadulterated power of the saxophone and cello, SXNCELLO produces an aural experience that is both thrilling and cinematic. Their performances cut across genres, creating a dynamic, immersive, and unique soundscape by fusing throbbing electronic beats with classical instrumentation. SXNCELLO pushes the boundaries of... read full bio
Nick Cheo is an Ohio-based DJ who blends water and oil. He is redefining DJing and proving that anyone with decent taste and a few buttons can make a big impression. He is well-known for drawing attention with his humorous yet great mashups. Nick gained over 500,000 Instagram and TikTok followers in a few of months, and his mixes received... read full bio
Jack has been working as a freelance graphic designer in addition to his music career. Jack was a member of the band Rightfield before to his American Idol audition; however, the band reportedly broke up after Jack's triumph on the show. Jack is not only a singer but also a songwriter. He used one of his original songs in his Idol... read full bio
With her captivating stage presence and delightfully expressive vocals, singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Jenna Raine has gained admirers all around the world. Originally a gorgeously minimalist, introspective song that she created by herself at her piano, "see you later (ten years)" has become a hugely popular anthem of hope and healing. "See you later (ten years)" quickly became viral on... read full bio
