"Musical composer and smooth jazz extraordinaire Nelson Rangell began his musical journey at a young age, as he was born into a family of musical children. Though his parents were not musically involved, his brother Andrew is a concert Pianist, Bobby is a woodwind player, and his sister Paula is a singer. Rangell studied classical and jazz at The Interlochen... read full bio
British- born American singer, songwriter and actress, Nellie McKay, has been thrilling audiences with her performances since her start in the music industry. Her musical style is a unique blend of jazz, funk, rap, disco, and pop. McKay started her career with her debut album Get Away from Me, with Geoff Emerick as the producer. Her success continued to grow... read full bio
Nella is an up-and-coming Venezuelan world music and jazz artist who has most recently been a Latin Grammy Award Winner for Best New Artist. Nella is from the Venezuelan Island of Margarita and she has recently graduated from Berklee College of Music where she shone as a soloist. Nella’s music stems from her country’s folklore roots and the music of... read full bio
Piano player Cowley, who has made a name for himself as a respected pianist, composer and producer, has included elements of ambient, electronic and neoclassical music into his style since disbanding his namesake trio and going solo. Cowley's greatest work, Hall of Mirrors, was his debut solo album and the most accurate expression of his enduring passion for the piano. The album,... read full bio
Young master musician N'famady Kouyaté hails from Guinea (Conakry), although he currently resides in the United Kingdom. A gifted multi-instrumentalist who captivated audiences across the UK and Ireland over the autumn/winter 2019/20 by backing Gruff Rhys on the Pang! album tour with his contemporary adaptations of traditional West African Mandingue melodies and rhythms. The balafon is the principal instrument that... read full bio
Nate Mercereau is a talented musician, producer, and songwriter known for his unique blend of soulful melodies, intricate harmonies, and experimental soundscapes. Born and raised in Oakland, California, Mercereau began playing guitar at a young age, and quickly developed a love for music that would shape his career. After studying music at the University of Southern California, Mercereau began working as... read full bio
"Nancy Sinatra - Star of hit recordings and films. Nancy Sinatra kicked open the doors for a new, tough, rebellious attitude in Rock & Roll women. Her ten Top 40 Hits include: ""These Boots Are Made For Walking"", ""How Does That Grab You, Darlin'"", ""Sugar Ten ""Somethin' Stupid"", and more."... read full bio
Within the experimental jazz community, Nala Sinephro has carved out an own niche. She is currently located in London and is renowned for her unusual works that combine jazz allure with ambient textures. The pedal harp, modular synthesizer, keyboards, and piano are some of the instruments she's selected as a vehicle for her artistic expression. Her debut studio album, "Space 1.8,"... read full bio
Nala, who is from the exciting city of Miami, started off performing in underground nightclubs where she earned a reputation as a trustworthy tastemaker and vivacious entertainer. She was a diverse and appealing choice for the local market because to her mastery of house, indie dance, electro and breaks and this helped her become "one of Miami's top female DJs and undoubtedly... read full bio
Winner of the Soul Train Music Award for best Jazz Artist, Najee is a smooth jazz saxophonist who has been compared to the likes of Kenny G. With two Platinum and four gold albums, Najee is one of the pioneers of what is commonly known as contemporary jazz. Najee is the recipient of many music awards, including the Soul Train... read full bio
Since 2019, the multi-instrumentalist and composer Nailah Hunter, based in Los Angeles, has been making music with mystical folk and ambient influences. She has released two EPs, Quietude and Spells, along with a number of singles. Hunter's first full-length album, Lovegaze, is captivating and immerses listeners in her enchanted worldview. She is currently signed to Fat Possum. Hunter, a pastor's daughter... read full bio
Nadav Remez, an Israeli native who grew up in Tel Aviv's suburbs, attended the Thelma Yellin High School for the Arts, which is noted for turning out outstanding jazz musicians from throughout the world. There, he was exposed to a range of western and eastern musical traditions, which he then shaped into his own special musical vision. Remez was given... read full bio
My Son The Hurricane is an outstanding brass funk band that personifies musical variety. The band's 12-person roster, which includes several horn players, drummers, and vocalists, is a maelstrom of intensity on stage. Their distinctive sound combines upbeat brass compositions with contagious rhythms to create an exhilarating dance-inspiring experience. My Son The Hurricane has performed on stages across several continents, mesmerizing... read full bio
A multi-horn, multi-drummer and multi-singer brass funk beast from Niagara, Ontario is called My Son The Hurricane. The 12-piece brass-dance group has performed at some of the major events in the US, Canada and Europe. There is no live show like My Son The Hurricane, as evidenced by the over 45 sold-out performances. We defy you not to dance while the band... read full bio
The tribe "Crown of Un" in Yorubaland, Nigeria, is where Muva of Earth, an alternative jazz vocalist and member of ASCENDING SOULSTRESS, hails from. Born and reared in London, growing up with Amy Winehouse and Beyoncé as influences in both London and Kent, for Muva of Earth, returning to London in her teenage years was a significant turning point since... read full bio
Musa Keys, born in Johannesburg, South Africa, is a multi-talented artist, DJ, and producer who has made a name for himself in the music industry through his unique fusion of amapiano, house, and jazz genres. Musa Keys' passion for music began at a young age, and he honed his skills as a DJ and producer through years of hard work and... read full bio
Mulatu Astatke is a well-known composer, arranger and musician from Ethiopia who plays the piano, organ, vibraphone and percussion. He is also recognized as the father of Ethio-jazz, a distinctive fusion of pop, modern jazz, traditional Ethiopian music, Latin rhythms, Caribbean reggae and Afro-funk. He spent a large portion of the 1970s extending the boundaries of Ethiopian music by working both domestically and... read full bio
The Berlin-based ensemble Move 78 is known for its unique blend of programmed, automated hip-hop and free-flowing, spontaneous jazz. Keyboardist Doron Segal, drummer Nir Sabag, bassist Hal Strewe, French horn player Meravi Goldman and producer Aver make up the group. Hours of studio improvisations that have been cut up, reorganized and layered with more strings, flute and horns have been used to create their... read full bio
Motor City Drum Ensemble is made up of only one member: the German house expert drummer Danilo Plessow. His style is described as both futuristic and harkening to the past, and he combines the genres of jazz, soul, and techno in a way that truly represents his love for his hometown of Detroit. He got his start in music... read full bio
Moss Kena is a British singer and songwriter. He first came to prominence after releasing a cover of Kendrick Lamar’s ‘These Walls’ on SoundCloud. Some of his other popular work includes, “Square One”, “You Don’t Know”, “48”, “Problems”, “Games”, “Spend Some Time”, and “These Walls”. His debut EP gained praise from outlets like The Times UK, and The New... read full bio
