Craig Ferguson, a Scottish-American comedian, actor, writer, and television host, was born on May 17, 1962. His most well-known role was as host of the CBS late-night talk show The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson (2005–2014), for which he received a Peabody Award in 2009 for his discussion with Desmond Tutu, the South African archbishop. He also served as... read full bio
En Vogue quickly became one of the biggest girl groups with the release of their platinum debut album, “Born to Sing” featuring the smash hit “Hold On.” The group was often compared to The Supremes, but their unwillingness to designate any one member the “star” and their sharing of lead vocals defined them more as a quartet, an outstanding group... read full bio
Brad Garrett's roots are in standup comedy. He has headlined at Bally's Park Place and co-headlined with the Temptations at Trump Plaza. He has also worked at the Sands with Frank Sinatra; Caesar's Palace with David Copperfield, Diana Ross and Smokey Robinson; Harrah's with Sammy Davis, Jr., and the Beach Boys; and Radio City Music Hall with Julio Iglesias. Garrett's... read full bio
The Breeders are an American rock band, formed by Kim Deal of Pixies and Throwing Muses’ Tanya Donelly. After those original bands became less active, The Breeders became more important to both artists. A tape was sent of their original demos to Ivo Watts-Russell, who immediately signed the band to his 4AD label. Their debut album, “Pod”, was recorded by... read full bio
American musician Travis Barker is the drummer for the rock group Blink-182. He co-founded the rock group +44, has worked with hip hop musicians, and is a member of the rap rock group Transplants. He has also joined Box Car Racer, Antemasque, and Goldfinger. Barker established the duet TRV$DJAM with the late DJ AM, with whom he frequently collaborated. Rolling... read full bio
At their core, They Might Be Giants are two guys named John. Friends since high school, John Linnell and John Flansburgh began making music together when they found themselves living in the same Brooklyn apartment building, a few years after graduating. Making their debut as a duo, they quickly swiped their name from a '70s flick starring George C. Scott... read full bio
"Damian Robert Nesta “Jr. Gong” Marley is a reggae artist who has won three Grammy awards. Damian Marley is the youngest son of reggae legend Bob Marley. Damian was two years old when his father Bob died; he is the only child born to Marley and Cindy Breakspeare, once named Miss World. Damian’s nickname Junior Gong is derived from his... read full bio
Loverboy introduced themselves to the world with their self-titled debut album. They quickly became one of America's and MTV's most popular rock bands. In the span of seven years, Loverboy garnered four multi-Platinum albums and numerous international Gold albums. Their tours sold out arenas and stadiums nationwide. Their hit singles came one after another, and went on to become the... read full bio
Pile-driving live shows have been astounding sold out audiences for nearly two decades. Billy Squier (born May 12, 1950, in Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts) is a rock musician. Squier had a string of arena rock and power ballad hits in the 1980s. He is probably best known for the song “The Stroke” on his 1981 album release Don’t Say No, which... read full bio
A graduate from the famed High School of the Performing Arts in New York, Marlon Wayans, the youngest member of the Wayans family, headed west and became a cast member on the Emmy Award-winning comedy series ""In Living Color."" His feature film credits include a co-starring role in ""Mo' Money"" with brother Damon, and ""Above the Rim"" with Tupac Shakur.... read full bio
Little Feat is one of the last great examples of what used to be the norm in American music, a fusion of a broad span of styles and genres into something utterly distinctive. Feat took California rock, funk, folk, jazz, country, rockabilly and New Orleans swamp boogie, stirred it into a rich gumbo, and has been leading people in... read full bio
Mandy Moore is a singer-songwriter, actress and fashion designer. Moore became famous as a teenager in the late 1990s, after the release of her teen-oriented pop albums So Real, I Wanna Be with You, and Mandy Moore. With the addition of her other albums- Coverage, Wild Hope, and Amanda Leigh- she has sold more than 15 million records worldwide. Moore... read full bio
The enduring L.A. punk band Social Distortion has overcome numerous personnel shifts, the demise of the Los Angeles hardcore scene that spawned them, and the heroin addiction of singer/guitarist/bandleader Mike Ness to achieve a measure mainstream acceptance for their rootsy, hard-hitting punk without compromise. Their music was often described as a punk version of the Rolling Stones. Their self-titled 1990... read full bio
A singer, songwriter, and actress from the United States, Joanna Nolle Levesque is better known by her stage name JoJo. As a young child, she started participating in singing contests and neighborhood talent showcases. After she competed on the television program America's Most Talented Kids in 2003, record producer Vincent Herbert took note of her and invited her to try... read full bio
Owl City is an American electronic pop act, fronted by Adam Young. Born and raised in Minnesota, Young developed an early passion for music and began writing songs as a teenager. With his blend of electronic beats, catchy melodies, and introspective lyrics, he quickly found success online and gained a devoted following. Young formed Owl City in 2007, and the act's... read full bio
Melding elements of rap, rock, R&B, and funk, New York's Gym Class Heroes have diverse appeal based on their impressive musical dexterity. Often touring with indie rock and pop-punk bands, they don't fit into one genre; the quartet's music is rooted in traditional hip-hop, but features live instruments instead of looped samples or beats. Lyrics are socially conscious with humor... read full bio
The Decemberists are a folk rock band that formed in Portland, Oregon. The band is made up of Colin Meloy (vocals, guitar), Chris Funk (guitar, mandolin, dulcimer, pedal steel guitar), Jenny Conlee (organ, piano, accordion), Nate Query (electric bass, acoustic bass, cello) and John Moen (drums). Named both in reference to the Russian Decembrist Revolt and to the nostalgic vibe... read full bio
The controversial punk rock group Suicidal Tendencies was established in Venice, California, during the start of the 1980s. Mike Muir, the band's leader, was renowned for his frankness and forceful onstage presence. Suicidal Tendencies were first known for their ferocious hardcore music, which developed a devoted fanbase among skateboarders and contributed to the development of the skatepunk subgenre. They eventually... read full bio
Robin Thicke has built an impressive list of accolades to account for his successful music career. He has been nominated for four Grammys and four American Music Awards, among countless other prestigious nominations. His song Lost Without U earned him an ASCAP Rhythm and Soul Music Award and a BET Award nomination. Blurred Lines, a collaboration with T.I. and Pharrell... read full bio
With his distinct comedic style and unmistakable charisma, comedian, actor, and writer Rob Riggle has made a lasting impression on the entertainment business. Riggle, who was born and reared in Louisville, Kentucky, has had a stunning rise to stardom. Riggle turned to a career in comedy after serving as a Marine Corps officer. He immediately established himself in the improv and... read full bio
