Ani is a punk folksinger who writes songs that can appeal to old folkies and simultaneously climb the college radio charts. She tours on the acoustic, college, and rock club circuits, shattering stereotypes and winning over unsuspecting fans everywhere. But of course, like all overnight success stories that were ten years in the making, the beginnings were much more humble.... read full bio
MAGIC! is a Canadian reggae fusion band, composed of well-known songwriter/ record producer Nasri Atweh on lead vocals with guitarist/keyboardist Mark Pelli"" Pellizzer, drummer Alex Tanas and bassist Ben Spivak. Nasri had been working with and writing songs for different pop acts prior to the start of the band. He had met Mark Pelli in the studio, and within a... read full bio
Hawthorne Heights enjoyed immense success with their first two albums, both of which went gold; their song "Saying Sorry" also achieved gold status. They were one of the biggest breakout successes of the new millennial emo-punk explosion. Over the years, the Ohio-based band experienced personal setbacks, multiple lineup changes and a landscape of evolving musical genres. They released their eighth studio... read full bio
While almost impossible to describe, Luma embodies a break through in family performance art similar to those of Imago, Mummenschanz and Michael Moschen. Using new light technologies and various performance art disciplines, Luma transforms a darkened theater into spatial canvas, where three-dimensional illuminated objects and chaotic characters paint surreal worlds of colorful motion. In a whimsical three-part suite, Luma depicts... read full bio
Richard Porter is a singer-songwriter from Medicine Hat, Alberta, and the winner of the reality television series Canadian Idol in season 2. He started to sing at an early age and is classically trained, playing several instruments, most notably, the violin and viola. He writes and arranges violin solos for many of his songs. Porter's first single ""Awake in a... read full bio
Manuel De La Mare gently walks the line between mainstream and respectable underground with a sound that veers halfway around house and techno. The success of his own record company, which he co-owns with Luigi Rocca, is evidence of his astute musical intuition. Major DJs like Carl Cox, Richie Hawtin and Pete Tong have all singled out 303lovers as a reliable source of... read full bio
Sheryl dares to say what people really want to do: discussing sex, politics, current events, and relationships in a style reminiscent of Jackie ""Moms"" Mably, Redd Foxx, and Richard Pryor. By bringing the taboo of adult conversion to the stage, Sheryl's forthright discussions of her discoveries has been working audiences around the country into a frenzy. Like a tent revival... read full bio
The world famous Harlem Gospel Choir is one of the pre-eminent gospel choirs in the world. It travels the globe, sharing its joy of faith through its music, & raising funds for childrens charities. The Choir was founded in 1986 by Allen Bailey, who got the idea for the Choir while attending a celebration in honor of Dr. Martin Luther... read full bio
Hit-Boy is an American record producer and hip hop artist from Fontna, California. He impart of Interscope Recods and it was there that he founded his own record label imprint, Hits Since '87. Hit-boy is best known for his production catalog which includes ""Drop The World"" by Lil Wane and Eminem and even a song by Jay-Z and Kanye West.... read full bio
Ill Niño, who originated from the thriving music communities of New Jersey and New York, has established themselves as a powerful force in the Latin metal genre. Two decades after its pioneering album "Revolution Revolucion" came out, a legacy that is still going strong. Ill Niño continues to stand strong as they embark on a global tour in support of their... read full bio
Singer-songwriter Zella Day quickly rose to prominence since releasing her first single, a cover of The White Stripes’ “Seven Nation Army”. Her debut self-titled EP was released to critical acclaim, and includes the songs “Sweet Ophelia”, “Hypnotic”, “East of Eden”, and “Compass”. Addy Stupin from The Harborlight praised the EP, describing it as “incredibly satisfying and impressive”. “Zella Day”... read full bio
Sherie Rene Scott is a writer, actress, and singer who's resume scans the spectrum of entertainment. She is the co-founder of the Grammy winning Sh-K-Boom Records aside form her Broadway and film career. Her stage shows include Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (Pepa), Everyday Rapture (Herself, co-writer), You May Now Worship Me (Herself), The Little Mermaid (Ursula),... read full bio
When the dance music era of the '70s was at its height, Thelma Houston's passionate gospel-rooted voice stood out memorably above the rest. Don't Leave Me This Way," her Grammy-winning gold single, was an outstanding example of the soulfulness she brought to the dance genre. As a songwriter, she co-wrote "Be Yourself," which became the title track to Patti LaBelle's... read full bio
"DeVotchKa’s first big break happened when Nic Harcourt, former music director for KCRW, introduced his listeners to a then unknown rock band of worldly sounds on his daily radio show, “Morning Becomes Eclectic”. Valerie Faris and Jonathan Dayton, who were listening that day, stumbled upon the sound for their movie, “Little Miss Sunshine”. A critical and box office hit, the film... read full bio
Gerry Dee is a Canadian actor and comedian. He is best known for placing third on the fifth season of the reality series “Last Comic Standing”. He is also known for writing and starring in the series “Mr. D”. Dee studied at St. Gabriel’s and De La Salle College where he worked as a physical education teacher and hockey coach... read full bio
Alongside Idris Elba in the critically acclaimed film "Concrete Cowboys," Byron Bowers is a stand-up comedian, writer, and actor. He can also be seen right now on Amazon as the roommate of Lucas Hedges in the critically acclaimed film "HONEY BOY" starring Alma Har’el and Shia Labeouf, which won the Sundance Special Jury Prize and had one of the best... read full bio
Fahim Anwar is an actor, writer, and stand-up comedian residing in Los Angeles. Based on the success of his one-hour show THERE'S NO BUSINESS LIKE SHOW BUSINESS, Fahim was named a "Most Promising Future Star" by The New York Times. His television appearances include LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS, CONAN, and the renowned Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal. Among his... read full bio
Devin Star Tailes, a.k.a. Dev, is a model, radio personality, rapper, songwriter, and vocalist from the United States. When Dev's buddy uploaded a video of her singing on Myspace, the Cataracs and record company Indie-Pop found her. The song "Booty Bounce" by Dev was sampled in the popular single "Like a G6" by Far East Movement, which peaked at number... read full bio
Felix da Housecat, as his clever name suggests, brings a fresh, electro and techno twist to Chicago house music. Felix’s venture into house music started at a young age, and he released his first single, “Phantasy girl,” in 1987 under the direction of his acid house mentor, DJ Pierre. Since then, Felix has released a number of singles, albums,... read full bio
Tina, along with sister Erika, makes up the Gospel duo Mary Mary. They are credited with broadening the audience of urban contemporary gospel music (UCG). Their debut single ""Shackles (Praise You)"" is widely considered as a pioneering track for the UCG genre. With Mary Mary, Tina has won four Grammy Awards and has released several no. 1 albums. In 2012,... read full bio
