The LaFontaines are a Scottish indie rap-rock trio who progressively gained a reputation as one of the best live acts in the country by fusing influences from classic rock and R&B, hip-hop, pop and soul to create a distinctive sound. The LaFontaines were founded by Kerr Okan on vocals, Iain Findlay and Darren McCaughey on guitars, Anna Smith on bass, Jamie Keenan... read full bio
The Kaleidoscope Kid doesn't take his name lightly. He fuses psychedelic strings with hip-hop style percussion to create a genre-defying musical phenomenon and he ties it all together with his relaxed yet precise poetry and styled stage character. The Kaleidoscope Kid debuted his catchy track "Hold Up" after joining Regime/Suburban Noize Records. With the release of his self-titled Suburban Noize LP debut,... read full bio
Before establishing himself as a solo artist, Tricky began his career with fellow Bristol legends Massive Attack. He established himself as a mainstay in the electronic scene in the 90s with his characteristic raspy vocals and mesmerizing production style, garnering praise for his breakthrough debut, Maxinquaye, as well as for albums like Pre-Millennium Tension and Angels with Dirty Faces. In... read full bio
A superstar DJ, fashion icon and all-around entertainer Myles O'Neal is a multi-talented individual. Similar to his sense of style, Myles O'Neal has a refined, modern and distinctive musical taste. Myles has established his artistic niche by seamlessly fusing the sounds of tech-house, rap and many other types of electronic music while energizing the audience with his contagious enthusiasm. Myles O'Neal came on strong and... read full bio
As an independent artist from the D.C. area, Anees' music is a genre-defying treat with ear candy melodies, slurred rhyme schemes and crooning lyrics. His genuine blending of pop and hip-hop with an R&B undertone frequently draws comparisons to artists like Mac Miller, Jon Belllion and Chance the Rapper. Anees makes works from the soul, for the soul. He passionately holds the view that music can... read full bio
J.Rocc, one of the top DJs in the world, started his career as a DJ when he was very young. His passion for music inspired him to assemble the best DJs and turntablists into a crew. He established the Beat Junkies, a legendary outfit. He is referred to as "The Funky President" and is frequently praised as one of the... read full bio
P-Lo, a multi-platinum songwriter and producer, has played a key role in shaping the sound of the West Coast. The rapper who is Filipino-American is a perfect illustration of how being unwavering in your commitment to your style and identity makes you irreplaceable. With spots on Space Jam 2: A New Legacy and numerous other films and television programs, P-Lo is... read full bio
MURS from Los Angeles has achieved a wide range of achievement on his own. Early collaborations with the legendary Living Legends and 3 Melancholy Gypsys paved the foundation for MURS' illustrious career in music. The West Coast representative would build his critically praised discography, which included MURS 3:16 The 9th Wonder Edition, using this unmatched crash lesson in independent hip hop. A new... read full bio
Award-winning singer, songwriter and producer Lolo Zouai hails from San Francisco. She was born in Paris to an Algerian father and a French mother, left France for California at the age of 3 months when her parents won the Visa lottery. After graduating from high school, Lolo and her mother relocated to New York City, where they set up a temporary bedroom studio... read full bio
Nana from Los Angeles is on the path to fulfillment. On the first verse of his song, Save Yourself, he makes this statement. The rapper has a measured and traditional voice. He started his impromptu career after hearing his sister playing Ryde or Die Vol. 1 by the Ruff Ryders. His stories swell and are filled with soul. The word... read full bio
Rahzel, a three-time Grammy winner, created Rahzel & Roots Disciples with artists from DJ Premier's, Jose James's, Chance the Rapper's, Nas's, The Weekend's and Lauryn Hill. Since the beginning of The Roots, Rahzel has worked with several well-known musicians, including Bjork, Sean Paul, Erykah Badu, Common, Ben Harper and Everlast. Rahzel, who began beatboxing in the early 1980s and published his legendary first... read full bio
With his own take on rap and hip hop on the hispanic side, Trueno is regarded as one of the leading talents of the new generation. When Mateo Palacios Corazzina released his debut album "Atrevido," 10 of the songs immediately debuted in Argentina's Top 50 Spotify Chart. Collaborations with Alemán, WOS, Nicki Nicole and Bizzarap are a few of them. In its... read full bio
Chali 2na, a 6-and-a-half-foot charmer with an instantly recognizable baritone voice, has made a name for himself as one of hip-hop's most renowned and endearing figures. Chali, best known for co-founding the musical ensembles Jurassic 5 and Ozomatli, has just released his first solo album, "Fish Outta Water". Since then, he has performed 10 globe tours with his band, House... read full bio
Fehdah is a future-afro soul vocalist, producer and multi-instrumentalist who is at the forefront of a developing Irish hiphop and electronic music movement. She is the spiritual daughter of Erykah Badu and Oumou Sangare and the electronic cousin of Peggy Gou. An diverse songwriter who creates an altogether unique interpretation of electronic soul music by drawing on her love of Wassoulou... 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
One of the most lyrically fluid MCs in the industry is largely recognized as Pharoahe Monch. Even after 20 years on the music scene, his creative drive and productivity have remained constant and artists like Eminem have praised him for always being ahead of his time. With soul-driven melody on songs like "Queens" and the infectious smash "Simon Says," his highly... read full bio
There are many different types of brave leaders, but the most crucial thing is that they have voices that manage to be heard in a way that changes other people. Speech Thomas is a wonderful example of someone who defied expectations and bravely followed a route that many others would not have taken. Speaking about that mindset, he and his... read full bio
Leading South Asian hip hop pioneer in Canada, AR Paisley, has amassed over 100 million streams across all DSPs and over 60 million views on YouTube thanks to his explosive rhymes that communicate genuine vulnerability. His subsequent nomination as Canadian Music Week's Hip Hop/Rap Artist of the Year and his On The Radar freestyle, which demonstrated his skill as a... read full bio
Himanshu "Heems" Suri reveals LAFANDAR, a surprise new initiative. Heems returned to the music scene late last year with his On The Radar freestyle, which served as a prelude to his upcoming record LAFANDAR, which will be released under his own Veena Sounds label in collaboration with Nas's Mass Appeal India. This came after a six-year break from solo releases.... read full bio
Jazzy, soulful hip-hop is what Pete Philly & Perquisite are all about. This best captures their unmatched smoothness in sound. When the Dutch published their debut album, it became an instant global sensation. Subsequent singles and their second album "Mystery Repeats" ensued, the latter of which immediately shot to the top of the Dutch charts. Pete Philly & Perquisite are brought... read full bio
