In addition to defeating ChatGPT in TED's first-ever Man vs. Machine rap battle and receiving thunderous standing ovations for his appearances on America's Got Talent and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Chris Turner is among the first comedians to ever play a Las Vegas residency with Cirque Du Soleil. He is based in New York and frequently performs as... read full bio
The literal translation of Fulu Miziki is "music from garbage," which accurately describes the excitingly chaotic Eco-Friendly-Afro-futuristic-Punk-Assemble collective of artists who come directly from a future in which people have made peace with both themselves and Mother Earth. This interdisciplinary group of artists is headquartered in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in central Africa. Its... read full bio
Among the emerging faces of the folk-pop trend, Amelia Day stands out for fusing catchy and unmistakable melodies with honest and passionate lyrics. She cultivates a close and intimate relationship with fans while getting them moving, following in the footsteps of fellow Seattlites Brandi Carlile and the Head and the Heart. After graduating from college, Amelia is bringing her blend of... read full bio
The Rusted Hearts, led by the free-spirited Miles Nielsen, have been captivating audiences with their songwriting, tight 4-part harmonies, and variety of sound for years. Since their founding, the band has toured constantly, gaining a devoted fan base they have named the Rusted Herd. They are equally at home performing a 10-minute jam as a 3-minute pop tune. The band... read full bio
Yannis Pappas is a Greek-American comedian who headlines tours worldwide. Yannis is best known for building his highly devoted fan base through his Greek character, Mr. Panos and Puerto Rican character, Maurica Rodriguez. The characters became Internet sensations that have gained millions of views. Yannis was also a featured panelist on the hit show Best Week Ever on VH1. He... read full bio
This British singer/songwriter Neon Hitch began recording her debut album in 2010. The album was named Beg, Borrow, and Steal and released a single Get Over U. Later was followed by singles by "Silly Girl", "Bad Dog" and "Poisoned with Love"the latter which appeared in Teen Wolf and Now That's What I Call Music! 40. She also released a... read full bio
Simon Shaheen dazzles his listeners as he deftly leaps from traditional Arabic sounds to jazz and Western classical styles. His soaring technique, melodic ingenuity, and unparalleled grace have earned him international acclaim as a virtuoso on the oud and violin. Shaheen is one of the most significant Arab musicians, performers, and composers of his generation. His work incorporates and reflects... read full bio
Paul Brady, singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist is one of Ireland's most highly-regarded and successful artists, and the pre-eminent Irish singer-songwriter of his generation. His versions of great ballads like Arthur McBride and The Lakes Of Pontchartrain were definitive and are still being asked for by audiences today. Brady has spent his career crossing borders of style while holding fast to... read full bio
Paul Byrom has been praised as Ireland's premier tenor. His unique vocal talent and sound has been in the works since the age of seven and has been trained by renowed vocal teacher Dr. Veronica Dunne. Byrom's first recording was of him at the age of fourteen signing soprano. He reached the number 2 spot on the... read full bio
For over a decade, Margot and the Nuclear So and So’s – led by singer and songwriter Richard Edwards – have been creating music that swirls with fear and doubt and tension and beauty. Their music was born out of Indianapolis with the lushly melancholic The Dust of Retreat, came of age with the bittersweet duo Animal/Not Animal, and arrived... read full bio
Kardinal Offishall is a Canadian rapper/record producer/record executive. He is referred to as Canada's hip hop ambassador" as he is referred to as one of the country's best hi hop producers. His style of hip hop is unique because it is influenced by reggae and dancehall. He started off big by recording two signature songs "BaKardi Slang" and "Ol' Time... read full bio
Named as one of the greatest DJs of all time by USA Today. This DJ is known for his hard work leading to his successful career as a DJ. His success has been marked by being the first West Coast DJ to become World Champion by winning the New Music Seminar DJ Battle for World Supremacy in New York City.... read full bio
Tyler Ward is an American singer/songwriter who gained popularity through YouTube. His covers and originals have allowed him to tour with Switchfoot, The Beach Boys, The Fray, The Jonas Brothers, and Boyce Avenue. He signed with Sony Music Germany and released his album 'Honestly' in the fall of 2013. That album featured up and coming YouTube artists Alex G. and... read full bio
Former American Idol contestant Casey Abrams is a multi-instrumentalist and musician from Idyllwild, CA. Growing up as a child, he was heavily involved in music. He attended the Idyllwild Arts Academy, where his father was a film production teacher. Abrams studied classic bass, piano, music history, jazz ensembles, and much more. He went on to continue his music education by... read full bio
Kevin Devine is an American songwriter and musician from Brooklyn, New York, who is known for alternately introspective and political lyrics and melodic acoustic guitar tunes. He cites his influences as Bob Dylan, Elliott Smith, Guns N’ Roses, Brother Paramo and Nirvana, among others. He grew up in Brooklyn and Staten Island, and has spent significant time in Manhattan and... read full bio
Jim Lauderdale has released over 20 studio albums, and he is one of the most respected artists working in the bluegrass, country industry to date. Jim Lauderdale is an American country and bluegrass singer/songwriters. Jim is considered an A list songwriter in Nashville and has written songs for artists such as Patty Loveless, Solomon Burke, The Dixie Chicks, and George... read full bio
The New York-based instrumental electronic ensemble was lured to arcade games, Nintendo game systems and the plinking and high-score noises that emanated from them and echoed in its ears like ethereal coos. It instantly got to work creating punishing and motivational music for a mixtape that would become the soundtrack of the sky for every aircraft jumper, skydiver and paratrooper. The music... read full bio
With a stunning five Top 20 radio hits, four Top 10 videos on CMT, two Female Vocalist of the Year awards from the Ontario Country Performer & Fan Association, and multiple Canadian Country Music Award nominations, Diane Chase has struck a cord in the heart of country music lovers nationwide. Diane's sophomore title release ""The Ride"" is a musical inspiration... read full bio
From the San Francisco Bay area, the rock band The Mother Hips have continued to grow since their formation with their debut album Back to the Grotto, when they were students at Chico State in California. The group consists of Tim Bluhm on vocals and guitar, Greg Loiacono on guitars and vocals, Scott Thunes on bass, and John Hofer on... read full bio
David Lindley is a multi-instrumentalist that is best known for his works with Jackson Browne and other rock musicians. He has also played for the band Kaleidoscope and also in his own band, El Rayo-X that embodied the sounds of world music. David Lindley has worked with artists in many other genres of music, including Dolly Parton and Curtis Mayfield.... read full bio
