The Yacht Rock Schooner throws the smoothest dance party on the high seas, taking you and your guests on a journey to a time when good-times music had heart and musical integrity. The 8-man Schooner specializes in the smooth sounds of the late '70s and early '80s. It's a party that spans generations, and the band is comprised of... read full bio
The multilingual LGBTQ artist from Paris named YADAM has had a fascinating journey spanning nations and artistic undertakings. YADAM's musical journey began when he was a young boy, studying the violin. He was born in Venezuela, reared in the United States and eventually immigrated to France at the age of 18. However, his love for music was first sparked when he... read full bio
Seattle-based cascadian elemental & alchemical electronic music duo YAIMA has been active for a while. Members Mas Higasa (guitar, flutes, handpan) and Pepper Proud (vocals), who create a precisely tuned container for their audience, weave a complex and calming musical journey, spanning soundscapes with a familiar yet ancient tune—a genuinely magical encounter. YAIMA's concerts have been praised for "taking the... read full bio
Yakov Smirnoff is American comedian, actor and writer. Born in Russia, Yakov moved to the United States and started his career as a stand-up comic. His act consisted of mocking life under consumerism and communism as a Russian immigrant. Yakov gained popularity at the world famous Comedy Store where he later became a top attraction. His career skyrocketed after landing... read full bio
Yasmin is a British-Iranian DJ, producer, and singer who is known for her soulful, groove-led style of dance music. Her sets flow easily from house to disco to boogie to modern soul. She has a deep musicality and a selector's instinct that have earned her a spot on some of the world's most respected stages. Her journey started with a love... read full bio
Yedoye Travis is an Atlanta, Georgia-born stand-up comedian, actor and writer. The Dark Tank podcast, which AV Club dubbed "one of the most gloriously audacious podcasts of the present," is produced and hosted by him. At the Just For Laughs festival in Montreal, he was given the title of New Face. Since then, he has headlined festivals all over the country,... read full bio
Yellow Brick Road is an American rock cover band with a popular act in Las Vegas. The band built a fan base originating as a specialty Elton John tribute band. Now Yellow Brick Road performs classic rock hits from various rock bands. They are now considered Las Vegas’ #1 Classic Rock Band. The band excites audiences with a dynamic... read full bio
Thai indie pop group YONLAPA is based in Chiang Mai. With the English-language tracks "U" and "Let Me Go," the quartet—vocalist/guitarist Yonlapa "Noina" Pienpanassak, synth player Arnuphap "Gunn" Foeilung, bassist Nawin Raknaisil, and drummer Chalanthorn "Fewchy" Soontornpitak—introduced themselves. Appealing to feelings of nostalgia and longing, they were compared to other Thai acts Phum Viphurit, Landokmai, Moving and Cut, and Dept. First Trip,... read full bio
Youbet's music is characterized by constant color bursts, captivating listeners with intimate lyrics and exquisite instrumental arrangements. Motivated by a blend of humor and melancholy, youbet finds joy in chaos and embraces the unexpected in pursuit of ultimate freedom. Ba Da Bing Records released his debut album, Compare and Despair. Driven by a renewed sense of teamwork and restless energy,... read full bio
Young Fathers are an alternative trio from Edinburgh, Scotland. They debuted their music through mixtapes, and their mixtape Tape Two won the Scottish Album of the Year Award. Their later releases garnered critical acclaim. More specifically, their full-length album Dead earned the Mercury Prize, hit the United Kingdom charts at number thirty-five, and topped the independent United Kingdom album charts.... read full bio
Young M.A broke through to the mainstream with her 2x Platinum-certified track “Ooouuu”, which rose to No. 19 on the Billboard Hot 100, No. 5 on the R&B Songs chart, and No. 3 on the Billboard Rap Songs chart. Along with the single “Hot Sauce”, “Ooouuu” is featured on Young M.A’s successful debut album, Herstory. Young M.A began her rap... read full bio
The Yu&I Duo, who are praised for their "individual virtuosity and seamless collaboration," take spectators on a captivating journey with their engaging performances. Their repertoire, which combines classical favorites, movie themes, and folk-inspired music from South Korea and Germany, is a celebration of their varied cultures. Their concerts promise an exciting journey of musical expression, ranging from the romantic... read full bio
Yukimi is breaking new ground. This year, she is pursuing her first solo endeavor after achieving fame as the lead singer and percussionist for Grammy-nominated Little Dragon. Yukimi was up in Gothenburg and had a musical upbringing. In high school, she formed Little Dragon with Erik Bodin on drums, Fredrik Wallin on bass, and Håkan Wirenstrand on keys. Performances at Coachella,... read full bio
An activist and social entrepreneur named Zainab Salbi has the ability to have a significant impact on the world. Her passion and commitment to reestablishing communities after conflict, one woman at a time, are fueled by her personal experience as a war survivor. She has inspired hundreds of women to join her in assisting female war survivors in rebuilding their... read full bio
When Zak Ebrahim when seven years old, his father assassinated Rabbi Meir Kahane, leader of the Jewish Defense League. Four years later, the men Zak looked up to and called Amu- Arabic for uncle- were convicted of detonating a van filled with 1,500 pounds of explosives in the sub level parking lot of the World Trade Centers North tower. His... read full bio
Talented singer-songwriter Zandi Holup gained notoriety lately when she inked an exclusive global publishing agreement with Arthouse Entertainment and Turntable Music, in association with Universal Music Publishing. Holup, a Pennsylvania native, started developing her craft at a young age, starting to write songs when she was 12 years old. She moved to Nashville, Tennessee, in 2018, where she co-wrote the No.... read full bio
Zara creates immersive audio experiences by utilizing deep atmospheric rhythms that are inspired by the interplay between sound, energy, and emotion. Her dreamy, psychedelic soundscapes, created through layers of intricate deep techno, DnB, and bass, are what define her sets and mixes. She is well-known in local and worldwide electronic music circuits and communities for her propensity to elicit emotive characteristics... read full bio
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Zozibini Tunzi is a strong and adaptable speaker who initially became well-known across the country when she inspired young women to "take up space" in a memorable winning response to host Steve Harvey during the 2019 Miss Universe pageant. Tunzi, who is extremely passionate about music and the arts, worked for a multinational advertising agency before to becoming Miss Universe.... read full bio
Bluesy southern rock and dirty beats collide: Meet ZZ Ward, a singer/songwriter whose artistry spins on a luminous axis of voice and soul. Raised in Roseburg, Oregon where her father wrote songs and played harmonica in blues bands, it was old school masters like Big Mama Thornton and Muddy Waters from her parent’s vinyl collection that first intrigued Z. Her... read full bio
