Born and reared in Charlotte, North Carolina, Brooke Lee started performing in bands when he was fifteen years old. Brooke left for Nashville to seek a career in country music on the day she turned twenty-one. Since coming to Nashville, Brooke has been working with Spirit Music Publishing in songwriting rooms, polishing her craft while performing on the road with... read full bio
As a devoted husband, father, pastor, author, and evangelist, Keenan Clark has dedicated his life to spreading the unwavering word of the gospel. Keenan's son, August, and wife, Beth, are his favorite travel companions. Keenan's affection for the local church stems from the fact that he has been a PK since day one. For 15 years, he devotedly worked at... read full bio
Phoenix-based pair With their fusion of various musical styles and influences, the Kruse Brothers—Miles and Chandler Kruse—are revolutionizing country music. The brothers, who have classical music roots, give it a distinctive flavor by incorporating rock and blues components. Josh Johnson on electric guitar and bass, Casey Barras on drums, and Mike Griffith on lead electric guitar make up their excellent... read full bio
BLACKGOLD's vintage nu metal sound and intriguing anonymity have caused a sensation when they burst onto the scene just two years ago. In addition to working with FEVER 333 and Hyro The Hero, they have landed tours with heavyweights like LIMP BIZKIT and SKINDRED, appeared on legendary festivals like Download, Graspop, Rock For People, Copenhell, and more. They have also... read full bio
Chef Ron Duprat is well recognized for being one of the top contestants on "Top Chef" on Bravo TV, on Food Network, Iron Chef America, Bar Rescue, and defeating Bobby Flay. Duprat astounded judges with its unusual flavors during that season's competition in Las Vegas by fusing French accents with rich Caribbean heritage ingredients. Duprat appeared on the View, The Today Show,... read full bio
As a reviewer, media commentator, and guest host, Eric Deggans is NPR's first full-time TV critic. He joined NPR from the Tampa Bay Times newspaper in Florida, where he worked for almost 20 years as a TV/Media Critic and in other capacities. In addition to being a member of the Poynter Institute for Media Studies' National Advisory Board, he teaches... read full bio
Jesh is a founder and anthropologist who focuses on the creation and transmission of data by human bodies. When he was younger, Jesh created a method that allowed photographers to capture real emotion in the subjects of their shots. He became one of the most famous photographers of his generation as a result of the global movement his photography inspired, which... read full bio
An authority on male eating disorders, Brian Cuban is the author of the best-selling book, Shattered Image: My Triumph Over Body Dysmorphic Disorder. It chronicles his first-hand experiences living with, and recovering from, twenty-seven years of eating disorders, alcoholism, drug addiction and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).Cuban has appeared on prestigious talks shows such as the Katie Couric Show as well... read full bio
Combining the strength of western psychology, yogic philosophy, and ancient Jewish wisdom, Erin Rachel Doppelt is a well-known spiritual psychologist and meditation instructor. Erin, who holds a Master's degree in Psychology and Education from Teachers College at Columbia University, has devoted her life to helping people become their most genuine, healthy versions of themselves. Having studied with leading gurus and yogic... read full bio
Growing up in the English countryside, Bess Hildick-Smith, better known by her stage name Bess Atwell, was one of four children in a diverse family of physicians, composers, and artists. As a child, Atwell experimented with fine art, musical theater, and acting. Following many presentations for The Great Escape Festival, Atwell attracted the attention of major press outlets shortly after... read full bio
Peter is a composer, songwriter, and guitarist. He is one of the original members of HellRide, Lance Herbstrong, and Porno for Pyros. He also composes music for movies. In addition, Peter toured and recorded with Hybrid, Scott Weilend, and Peter Murphy. In addition, Peter has produced numerous joint LPs and composes, engineers, and produces music for other people. He has... read full bio
Nathan Leazer is a young country performer from Rockwell, North Carolina, recognized for his passionate songwriting and sound, which combines conventional Country with Americana and Folk influences. Nathan is inspired by artists such as Paul Simon, James Taylor, and Dean Dillon, and writes with genuine honesty, creating music that crosses borders. His breakout singles Why, Dreaming of a Memory, and Smoke... read full bio
Gurriers, named after an antiquated and somewhat charming Irish term for lout, ruffian, or street urchin, originally featured Dan Hoff on lead vocals, Ben O'Neill on guitar and backing vocals, Mark MacCormack on guitar, Pierce O'Callaghan on drums, and Emmet White on bass, who has since amicably left the band and been replaced by Charlie McCarthy. Gurriers from all around Ireland... read full bio
Wyatt C. Louis's debut album, Chandler, is named after his middle name and has airy and textural melodies that are elevated by breathtaking vocals. Currently residing in Calgary, Louis, a Plains Cree singer-songwriter who was born and raised in sections of Treaty Six, allows his sense of place to come through on these songs, some of which were inspired by... read full bio
After graduating from Duke University and stints in journalism and odd jobs, Michael, a devoted amateur cook since fourth grade, proposed to the Culinary Institute of America, the oldest and most influential professional cooking school in the country, that he be allowed into its kitchen classrooms in order to write a narrative of how the school trains professional chefs. The... read full bio
Vortxz is an Indie/Latino rock band from Houston's thriving music scene that aims to take listeners to a place of freedom, self-expression, and hope. The group's unique style combines alternative rock, Rock en Español, and new-wave indie, and its raw energy and poignant lyrics captivate listeners. With the help of drummer Jonathan Lopez's driving rhythms and guitarist Noe Rodriguez's virtuoso... read full bio
One name to keep in mind is Austin Martin. His captivating soaring vocals and rich tenor will be a welcome change of pace on any music lover's speakers. To create his distinctive style, he glides over country tunes with a dash of hip-hop attitude. Although he was born and reared on a ranch just outside of Billings, Montana, he is... read full bio
On his way to and from his dad's house, Bay Turner would listen to a mixtape at the gas station, which sparked his initial passion for music. When Turner was a baby, his parents were divorced, and his father went to the Texas Hill Country. As a result, he spent every weekend taking a car ride with his father. On that... read full bio
As a pianist, songwriter, and headlining live performer, Lance Lipinsky, a native of Wimberley, Texas, is dedicated to conserving the forgotten art form of mid-century roots music, which was influenced by the emergence of the Rock & Roll era in the 1950s and early 1960s. Highlights of his career include performances at the storied Grand Ole Opry Ryman Auditorium in Nashville,... read full bio
In addition to being ubiquitous on campus, West 22nd frequently travels for weekend gigs, attracting audiences to venues as far away as Atlanta and Los Angeles. They have released multiple singles and an EP, the most recent of which is "Hangman," a pop-fueled hit. More than a million people have listened to their hit "Sunburns." The five members of West 22nd, whose... read full bio
