From Hamilton, New Zealand, the roots reggae band Katchafire are known for their catchy and uplifiting sound. The band began as a Bob Marley tribute band, but eventually began writing and performing their own songs. The band released their first album Revival, which features the hit song ""Giddy Up"" and was New Zealand's highest-selling single of that year. The... read full bio
Kweku Sackey, better known by his stage as K.O.G (Kweku of Ghana), is a multifaceted creative force that combines fine writing abilities with shamanistic live performances, ferocious raps, pitch-perfect singing throughout a wide vocal range and some very wicked dancing routines. Not to mention his prowess as a drummer, arranger, conductor and director of art. A true poet and storyteller, he paints... read full bio
Born in Mogadishu, Somalia, K'NAAN (whose name means traveler" in Somali) his mother, and two siblings moved to Canada and he began rapping. He dropped out of high school and traveled around North America. K'NAAN performed at the United Nations' 50th anniversary concert in 1999, in Geneva, and used his platform to criticize the United Nations' handling of the 1990s... read full bio
Junior Brother, a stalwart of alternative folk, bravely breaks new territory with his daring new tune, "The Men Who Eat Ring Forts." The mammoth "Junior Brother's Favorite" EP from June and the critically praised double LP The Great Irish Famine precede this brand-new offering, which is known for its "Wry songs of anxiety and frustration" (The Guardian) and "Truly unforgettable"... read full bio
Julio Iglesias' career, My Life: The Greatest Hits is more than simply a great collection of songs -- it is a vital, living piece of international musical history. The single most popular Latin recording artist ever -- and one of the most successful recording artists in the world period -- Iglesias has never before seen fit to document his entire... read full bio
Cultural traditions typically change slowly, over the long arc of history. But occasionally a folk cultural innovation emerges that is startlingly fresh in its outward manifestation, although it remains deeply—even reverently—traditional at its core. You may have never heard of “kosher gospel” music before, but the inspirational performances of Joshua Nelson, the creator of this style, will surely call out... read full bio
Johnny Sanchez is one of America's premiere comedians. Having performed in Comedy clubs for years, he has honed his comedy into an exquisite art form. From coast to coast and everywhere in between, Johnny is always a club favorite. With his feverish energy, detailed characters and pinpoint delivery, his shows take you on a laughing journey of people, places and... read full bio
The multi-talented performer John Maus wears many metaphorical hats as a musician, singer, songwriter, composer, and philosopher. Originally from Austin, Minnesota, John is known for mixing unconventional styles and sounds to create his own style, some of which are considered synth pop and hypnagogic pop. Growing up, he listened to the music of artists such as Syd Barrett and Nirvana.... read full bio
The son of Stephen Marley and grandson of global reggae icon Bob Marley, Jo Mersa Marley is continuing his family legacy by performing for fans all over the country. His live shows emulate the powerful energy of his late grandfather, as he performs reggae’s most loved songs, including “One Love”, “No Woman, No Cry”, and more. Jo Mersa also includes... read full bio
Recognized by Vogue magazine as a contributor to the “Reggae Revival” movement in Jamaica and beyond, Jesse Royal is a roots reggae artist from Kingston. Royal’s captivating vocals emulate the suffering of an oppressed people, complimented by his powerful presence and compelling lyricism. His mentor was the late Fatis Burrell, who also produced Royal’s Singing the Blues and Long Days... read full bio
Multi-talented comic/writer/producer, Jeff Valdez, knew show business was his calling. Following several years as a stand-up comic, he actively changed the face of TV. Blocked by much opposition, his relentless efforts ultimately culminated in Sí TV. As co-founder and executive producer of the Latino-themed cable network, Valdez brought English-language programs to television that appealed to Latino audiences and had cross-over... read full bio
The Italian musical duet Jakare is a genuinely unique musical endeavor, fusing traditional world instruments with electronic dance music to create a blend of sensitive melodies and biophilic atmospherics. Listeners are taken on an incredible aural journey by their joyful and invigorating faultless sound, which spans over a wide variety of emotions. The fascinating melodies of charango, quena, guitar, and many... read full bio
Jaci Velasquez is an American Contemporary Christian and pop singer. Her first name is pronounced as Jackie. Velasquez grew up attending church and her parents were singers. When she was ten years old, her parents sold their Houston home and dedicated themselves to touring the United States with their Christian music. It was while on the road that she... read full bio
Leading the way in the world of ethnic and organic electronic music is J.Pool. He is a wanderer at heart, and his love is exploring new places and gathering inspiration from people and the natural world to translate into music. His intention is to compose music that speaks to our primal human instincts. African, Latin, and Native American instruments and rhythms... read full bio
Now also based in Hawaii, J Boog is a reggae and R&B music artist who grew up in Compton, California. His music style includes diverse elements, with lyrics frequently about love within his family and relationships. Throughout his life, he has always been surrounded by a strong sense of music and tradition. When J Boog met fellow reggae artist Gramps... read full bio
Iyaz is a singer-songwriter from the British Virgin Islands. Iyaz, pronounced EYE-az, under Beluga Heights Records is known for his singles Replay and Solo. Iyaz released his debut album, Replay, with singles that have gained international success. His first single titled, Replay, peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100. Replay was certified platinum in four countries including Australia and... read full bio
Issac Delgado is a famous Cuban musician best known for his contributions to modern-day salsa. Issac is a Latin Grammy nominee known for his exciting live performance style. He has withheld a long successful career, labeled El Chevere de la Salsa. Issac has been in multiple bands but was awarded the coveted EGREM (Empresa de Grabaciones y Ediciones Musicales) Prize... read full bio
Islandman, a musical identity created by Istanbul-based musician and producer Tolga Boyuk, is based on the musical aspirations of a dreamer who creates stories about an imaginary location. Islandman takes the stage in the shape of an electro-acoustic live trio that combines shamanic rhythms with spacey live guitars and calm electronic structures and dance beats. The mixing concept is to combine Turkish... read full bio
The Isango Ensemble is a theatre company that demonstrates the Cape Town culture through their performances. They have received numerous awards and recognition internationally. The Isango Ensemble interprets Western classic theatre with their own South African twist, creating a new context for their dances and music. Their goal is to make theatre accessible to all South Africans and to unite... read full bio
The alternative/reggae band Iration was founded in Isla Vista, California. Drummer Joseph Dickens, engineer Joseph King, keyboardist Cayson Peterson, guitarist Micah Pueschel, and vocalist Adam Taylor make up the ensemble (Bass). All of the members of Iration first connected in Santa Barbara, California, after growing up together in Hawaii. Since then, they have released three EPs—"New Roots" (2006), "Sample This... read full bio
