Sama' Abdulhadi, the first Palestinian DJ to achieve global recognition, began her career in Beirut's burgeoning techno scene. Inspired by local and international DJs, she honed her high-octane, full-bodied techno set, which she describes as "Berlin techno, but I perceive it in a Lebanese way." Beirut was her training and testing ground, but her Boiler Room debut in Ramallah in 2018... read full bio
Moore Kismet is a young, non-binary music producer, DJ, and artist known for their unique fusion of electronic music and experimental sounds. Born in Oklahoma in 2004, Moore Kismet, whose birth name is Omar Khaled, was raised in a musical household and developed a passion for music from a young age. At the age of 10, Moore Kismet began experimenting with... read full bio
Moonchild Sanelly, born Sanelisiwe Twisha in c.1987, is a South African musician and dancer. She is recognized for her iconic blue hair and for creating her own music genre, which she calls "Future ghetto punk." Sanelly hails from Port Elizabeth and gained recognition in the Durban poetry and music scene before settling in Johannesburg to pursue her musical career. Sanelly's music... read full bio
Cannons blend breezy pop over dramatic sonic architecture while cycling through emotional ups and downs and shifting between alien electro-soundscapes and evocative vocal broadcasts. The Los Angeles trio of Paul Davis (drums, keys), Ryan Clapham (lead guitar) and Michelle Joy (vocals) elicits both physical and mental activity. Through their music, the group has consistently made escape possible. After putting in a lot... read full bio
German firebrands KMFDM, who sprang from the European underground, were a part of the industrial wave that broke through to the mainstream along with Nine Inch Nails, My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult and Ministry. They put greater emphasis on throbbing dance beats and confrontational statements than their darker counterparts, as seen by their flamboyant, propaganda-styled album covers and techno-metal... read full bio
DJ Krush established Japanese hip-hop and is now regarded as one of the most creative creators of beautiful, ethereal breakbeats. The producer and turntablist is renowned for his atypical rhythm patterns and abstract samples from jazz and soul songs; subsequent releases also included arrangements for traditional Japanese instruments. The producer made his debut with the acid jazz-influenced full-length Krush and as... read full bio
Hemlocke Springs had no idea any of this would occur. She may be the most improbable next music star. She had just continued her education at Dartmouth, an Ivy League school in New Hampshire, where she was working on a master's in medical informatics. She assumed that after graduating, she would work in a lab before pursuing her PhD. The musician,... read full bio
The sound of Dystinct is a synthesis of pop, electronic, and hip-hop music. They employ a range of sounds and samples to produce genuinely original work. Many contemporary artists bear the influence of Dystinct, especially those that use hip-hop motifs in their creations. Both seasoned musicians and up-and-coming ones find inspiration in them. With their debut single, Dystinct launched their lengthy... read full bio
DJ and music producer ALECEO. He records for a number of well-known labels, including Music For Dreams, Pipe & Pochet, Lump, Kosa, Shango, and Café De Anatolia. Over the course of his career, he has produced a vast repertoire that includes singles, albums on vinyl and digital platforms, remixes, and collaborations with musicians from around the world. His sound is a... read full bio
For good cause, Darren Emerson has led the way in electronica, techno, and house music for the past thirty years. This is an addictive and exhilarating concoction of firmly reliable recordings, motivational DJ sets, and an insatiable hunger for the novel and intriguing wherever it may be discovered. Sasha, Depeche Mode, Bjork, and The Chemical Brothers are just a few of the... read full bio
Kristin Velvet has spent the last ten years immersed in the music industry, first as a DJ and promoter in Tokyo and then as the Australian label manager of Domino Records in the UK. As the president of Arms & Legs Records, the label she co-owns with Daniel Steinberg, she is now a key player in Berlin's dance scene. The... read full bio
Ena Mori is a singer-songwriter from Manila who is half Filipino and half Japanese in the pop genre. Ena Mori creates her own sophisticated pop style by fusing her musicality, personal experiences, and views, pushing the dynamic aspect of pop music. Ena Mori signed with Offshore Music and dropped her hit pop EP "ena mori," which is also her debut... read full bio
One of the mainstays of the tech and underground house communities is Dennis Cruz. While training to be a sound engineer, Dennis began to DJ. He had previously assisted various rock bands and hip-hop musicians with their productions in the studio when he was in his 20s. Following his busiest year to date, he has even more in store for the... read full bio
At the peak of his game, Chris Stussy is a DJ, producer, and label owner who has built on early promise to become one of the most intriguing names in the scene. Stussy has emerged as a significant player in the current worldwide house scene, possessing a distinct sound, and he is a Dutch tastemaker who is just getting started. His distinct... read full bio
Vikkstar, also known as Vikram Singh Barn, is a DJ, music producer, YouTuber, and online celebrity. He belonged to the Sidemen YouTube group. He also co-owns Sidemen Clothing, the restaurant chain Sides, the cereal brand Best Breakfasts, and XIX Vodka.... read full bio
Inspired equally by American folk singer Joan Baez and Arab protesting singers like Cheikh Imam and Marcel Khalifé, Emel Mathlouthi, also known as "Emel," rose to fame with her rendition of "Kelmti Horra," or "My Word is Free," during the height of the Arab Spring. The song went on to become a hymn to freedom. Her first CD, "Kelmti Horra," was... read full bio
London-based DJ and producer Steven Bishop, better known by his stage name Oneman, hails from Streatham. He was a regular DJ on Rinse FM and has experience in Pirate Radio. In recent years, Oneman's DJ performances have been a blend of techno, house, and garage. In addition to three self-published Solitaire mixtapes, one of which was produced in collaboration with Red... read full bio
Sofia Camara, a singer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist, is all about music. The Portuguese-Canadian singer-songwriter started developing her gift by drawing inspiration from vocal powerhouses such as Bruno Mars, Christina Aguilera, Adele, and Ariana Grande. Her early enthusiasm for music was inspired by the rock tunes of Guns N' Roses, Metallica, Led Zeppelin, and Nirvana that filled her West End Toronto... read full bio
Viral alt-pop sensation Emei's hyper-relatable reflections on young adult life have entered the pop psyche with her pouring vocals, piercing wit, and constantly expanding fan base. Screaming fans at sold-out performances around the US, Canada, and Europe have swiftly adopted songs like "Scatterbrain," "Irresponsible," "Better People to leave on Read," and "Love Me Not" into their iPods and hearts. In line with... read full bio
DJ/producer CYRIL from Australia has undoubtedly gone a long, illustrious way. His narrative is marked by a range of highs and lows, but music has always been a unifying factor in all of his hardships. After surviving the riskiest experiences of his life, CYRIL is now more determined than ever. He recently signed with Spinnin' Records and is ready to... read full bio
