Rusko graduated from Leeds College of Music with a degree in Music Performance. Immersed in the world of Dubstep through Leeds based event Sub Dub, Rusko moved to London to work with the record labels Sub Soldiers. Rusko made his production debut on Dub Police with the song SNES Dub. Not long after, he released Babylon, Vol. 1 with Sub... read full bio
The Sounds are a Swedish indie rock group who are well known for their contagious new wave sound. Blondie, Missing People, and The Cars have all been mentioned in comparison to the band's music. They have shared the stage with well-known performers like Foo Fighters, Panic! at the Disco, and Paramore. Five singles were released from the band's debut album, Living... read full bio
An accomplished film and music producer, Lisa Cortes has a special talent for giving light to expressive voices not often heard and stories not often told. After reading Sapphire’s novel Push in 1996, Cortes was tremendously moved by the powerful message and knew it had to be translated to the big screen. The result was 2009's captivating hit film Precious,... read full bio
Drake White is a singer-songwriter residing in Nashville, TN. A native of Alabama from The Hokes Bluff area, he has a very different country feel with a freestyle twist on many of his original songs. He improvises throughout a show phrasing rhythmic lyrics as his unique live show unfolds. Drake frequently involves the audience in his witty craftsmanship of verbalization... read full bio
With their roots in gospel, doo wop, and the sophisticated jazz-influenced singing groups of mid-century America like the Hi-Los, the a cappella vocal group Take 6 is both a throwback to an earlier, more genteel era of American music and a precursor for a number of black male pop groups of the '90s (most notably Boyz II Men). Its members... read full bio
Tennessee native Ashley Monroe was influenced by classics like the Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd at a young age. When she was just eleven years old, she won a talent contest that fueled her show biz drive. After receiving her first guitar, Ashley started writing and gained a publishing deal that led to a contract with Columbia Records. Her first album,... read full bio
In 1990 Slaughter hit radio, MTV and the U.S. touring circuit like a tornado- coming seemingly out of nowhere to roll through everything in its path and turn it upside down. Touring the world with bands that they loved, Kiss, Ozzy, and others meant the good times were just a song away , and their first hit single, Up All... read full bio
The Expendables had a laid-back childhood in Santa Cruz, California, where they learned to surf, skate, party, and perform music. The Expendables have made a name for themselves in the California surf rock scene since 1997. The Expendables have been drawing attention for years by fusing reggae, punk rock, and guitar solos in the style of the 1980s. Meet the... read full bio
Over the past ten years, Wannabe has been electrifying crowds and blowing the roof off concert venues around North America. These formidable women have transformed Girl Power into the twenty-first century with their epic concerts that are larger than life. They have enormous personalities, singing voices capable of reaching the stratosphere, flawless choreography, outfit changes, English accents, and platform shoes. Wannabe... read full bio
American rock band, Fuel, have made quite a name for themselves since their origins. Songwriter and guitarist, Carl Bell, and drummer, Jody Abbott, formed the band in Brownsville, Tennessee and haven not looked back ever since. Brett Scallions and Jeff Abercrombie saw them play in a bar and joined their project afterwards. They released an EP titled, Porcelain,... read full bio
Working in his parents' Italian restaurant as a child, Joe Bastianich's life charts a culinary adventure that ends with becoming one of America's premier restaurateurs - as well as a noted winemaker, bon vivant, street-level philosopher, and marathon runner. After college Joe bought a one-way ticket to Italy, where he spent a year traveling, working in restaurants and vineyards, digging... read full bio
The Osmond Brothers (Wayne, Merrill & Jay) are no strangers to the road, as The Osmonds are one of the most well-known entertainment families in the world. Following the breakout success of the Jackson 5, it was practically inevitable that a pre-existing quintet of brothers, who had already enjoyed almost a decade in the national spotlight, would follow them to... read full bio
Modern English are an English rock band best remembered for their songs I Melt With You, Hands Across The Sea, and Ink and Paper. Formed in Colchester, Essex, England by Robbie Grey (vocals), Gary McDowell (guitar, vocals), and Michael Conroy (bass, vocals), with Richard Brown (drums), and Stephen Walker (keyboards) added to the line-up of the band. Their second record,... read full bio
Roger Creager is an adventure-seeker who never likes to stay still and misses out on life's opportunities. He is a multi-talented individual who indulges in a variety of activities, from climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa to piloting his own plane. He loves to explore the world and get the most out of life, which is evident in his music and... read full bio
Sverre Breivik, the upcoming largest pop sensation in Norway, created Metteson as his artistic endeavor. Its main ideals are trust, freedom, beauty and involvement. The artist to see at by:larm, Oyafestivalen and Vinje Rock was taking a 360-degree approach to his profession by including various aspects of songwriting, dance and theater into his critically praised live presentation. Metteson creates music for the dancing—but only... read full bio
Quintino is a Dutch DJ and producer who has dedicated his life to dance music. With a lifelong passion for creating electrifying beats, Quintino has quickly become one of the leading forces in the global music scene today. Quintino's technique is undoubtedly amazing, and his ability to captivate crowds with his music is unmatched. He started his career playing at clubs... read full bio
Originated from Denton, Texas the American electronic band Neon Indian was formed by Alan Palomo. He is also very well known for his works with bands like GhostHustler and artist Vega. The bands debut album, Psychic Chasms was released. The website Pitchfork Media designated the album as Best New Music, and also ranked two track lists on their Top 100... read full bio
Ra Ra Riot is a combination of indie rock and chamber pop that took the world by storm at incredible speed. Within a year of formation they had opened for Bow Wow Wow and the Editors, toured the UK on their own twice, and supported Tokyo Police Club in their North American Tour. The speed at which they earned success... read full bio
Brian Wansink is the John Dyson Professor of Consumer Behavior at Cornell University, where he directs the Cornell Food and Brand Lab. He is author of over 100 academic articles and books, including the best-selling Mindless Eating: Why We Eat More Than We Think along with Marketing Nutrition, Asking Questions, and Consumer Panels. Wansink was granted a leave-of-absence from Cornell... read full bio
Bonnie Kathleen Blair is a retired American speed skater. She is one of the top skaters of her time, and one of the most decorated athletes in Olympic history. Blair competed for the United States in four Olympics, and in her Olympic career won five gold medals and one bronze medal. Bonnie is a member of the Chicagoland Sports Hall... read full bio
