Marco McKinnis found success on SoundCloud by posting a number of unique songs that showcased his gifts. On the streaming service, one of his tracks, "Beautiful Demo," received over 400 thousand plays and 10,000 likes; it's safe to say that listeners swooned. A year following the song's debut, McKinnis teamed up with Republic Records and started to appear on prominent... read full bio
"Ugly" is a sharp R&B-pop song by Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter lilspirit that speaks the unvarnished truth about a terrible relationship. "Ugly" showcased lilspirit's soulful vocals and sophisticated sense of melody, marking a significant shift from the emo-rap-leaning compositions he had previously produced. A month after the release of "ugly," Internet Money Records/10K Projects signed lilspirit to a record deal after... read full bio
For multi-instrumentalist, composer and artist Baird, the idea of home is embodied in the local music. Raised in Baltimore, he also feels at home in Providence where he went to Brown University and Mexico City, where he lived for over a year after graduating before relocating to Los Angeles. Baird is able to enjoy the qualities of music that are both frightening and... read full bio
British singer-guitarist-producer Astronomyy is well-known for his ambient chillwave and R&B-inspired indie electronic pop. Astronomyy, a singer from a small town in Worcestershire, originally came to public attention after publishing songs online, including "Don't Need You" and "Things I'd Do for You." There for U, his first EP, was made available by him through his own Lunar Surf label. The... read full bio
Annika Bennett has always been a singer. Her songs are a distinctive fusion of pop tunes and reflective, thought-provoking words. The ASCAP Foundation Robert Allen Award for excellence in composition, WNYC Battle of the Boroughs Queens champion, The Folk Alliance International Executive Director's Favorite Artist and Falcon Ridge Folk Festival #1 emerging Artist are just a few of the accolades she... read full bio
Although being classically trained in piano since an early age, singer-songwriter Anna Bates from Los Angeles, started putting out songs under her own name. Once her song "Holy Smokes" gained popularity on TikTok, Anna moved out of her dorm at Belmont to pursue a career in music. Soon after, she stumbled onto a lively group of producers, authors and artists who encouraged... read full bio
Rapper Wintertime from Florida first gained attention when he was still in his late teens thanks to his collaborations on the Wintertime on a Boat EP with fellow mumble rap superstar Lil Yachty. Wintertime's approach was unmistakably more melodic and airy than some of his rougher trap contemporaries because it combined humorous, fantastical and frequently nonsensical rhymes with pop-oriented trap beats. ILoveMakonnen... read full bio
Rapper Tre' Amani was born and raised in Columbia, Maryland. His single mother, who raised him and his three siblings, greatly affected his love of music by playing timeless songs by iconic musicians during his early years. Tre' had little choice but to march to the beat of his own drum in order to promote self-expression, originality and the value of... read full bio
A young rapper from the UK named Songer has achieved amazing numerical accomplishments in his brief career. A second date at London Omeara was ultimately added after he recently sold out the entirety of his "The Story So Far" show in less than two hours. He has said before that his rap style primarily depends on his poetry. While he's not blowing... read full bio
The artist, performer and songwriter from New Jersey who now calls Los Angeles home hopes to inspire you while also being honest with you. Carol Ades has devoted her entire life to music and has even experienced brief moments of significant success both on stage and off. She withdrew inward after a horrible breakup and wasn't scared to be vulnerable. She... read full bio
Aberdeenshire-born singer-songwriter Calum Bowie resides in Edinburgh. His popularity in the Scottish music industry is growing tremendously, propelled by his entrancing melodies and sincere lyrics as well as his magnetic stage persona. Since starting his account on TikTok, Calum has gained over 70K new followers, demonstrating his constantly expanding social media presence. His videos have over 16 million views and 2... read full bio
This exceptional singer-songwriter hails from the lush valleys of western North Ireland. After quitting school, he traveled Ireland with only an acoustic guitar, a suitcase and a heart full of Irish gold. Over the past few years, he has proven to be quick on his feet and unstoppable in his resolve. Brad has found himself in London, signed with a reputable management... read full bio
The Booyah! Kids' most recent album is titled "Booyah". The Booyah Kids consider the serious side of daily life this time. The song "Call Me" reflects on issues of consent and personal annoyance. "Don't Believe Me" is a confession of separation in an intimate relationship as well as of ulterior motives in platonic relationships. Intimate satisfaction and interpersonal resentment can... read full bio
The performer Blaketheman1000 is known for his enthusiastic performances. He once played in the Lower East Side's Ming's Cafe's outdoor dining hut and he closed up a poetry reading at East Village's KGB Bar with a performance while perched on a diner chair, his makeshift platform. Although he hasn't released an album (though he's thinking about signing his first record deal),... read full bio
The singer-songwriter from Minnesota has a talent for writing songs that are both intensely personal and universally appealing. Her talent for crafting songs on love, life and everything in between has helped the singer amass a devoted following and receive widespread online recognition. The song "Meant To Be" astonishingly became popular over night, garnering several millions of streams and attention from... read full bio
Glaive, a performer, composer and producer from the North Carolina mountains, started writing songs at the start of the pandemic and posted his first one on Soundcloud. Since then, his ascent has been swift and has been fueled by a consistent stream of new songs that has helped him gain notoriety and a committed fan base. The single "astrid" from his... read full bio
Gigi is an independent singer-songwriter from New York City who emphasizes brilliant songwriting and compelling storytelling in her organic, acoustically-driven songs. She is dedicated to using music to explore the unfiltered flaws of life. Growing up with a background in performing, Gigi tried her hand at everything the arts had to offer, from singing and dancing in musical productions at... read full bio
Everything may be turned into sunshine with Frances Forever. Frances Garrett, a singer-songwriter from the Boston region, created this project and its varied moods can transport listeners into existential space or into the depths of romanticism. Garrett strikes a balance between their comfort with extremes and her unmistakable sense of melody and talent for crafting songs that fit in anyplace on... read full bio
The Portland-based duo foamboy consists of vocalist Katy Ohsiek and producer Wil Bakula. They collaborated for a while in the experimental music group Chromatic Colors after meeting in Salem, Oregon. Wil and Katy worked with a wide range of instrumentalists in this group, produced two full-length albums and performed on the stages of numerous outdoor festivals, pubs and basements. This gave Wil... read full bio
In a group known as The Fearless Flyers, Joe Dart on bass, Nate Smith on drums, Cory Wong and Mark Lettieri on guitars make up some of the country's grooviest virtuosos. With the exception of Lettieri, who plays for the Grammy-winning jazz fusion group Snarky Puppy, the majority of the group are members of Jack Stratton's funk band Vulfpeck. The Fearless... read full bio
