The Temper Trap is an Australian indie rock band that formed in Melbourne in 2005. The band is known for their soaring melodies, atmospheric soundscapes, and emotionally charged lyrics. In 2009, The Temper Trap released their debut album, "Conditions," which includes hit songs such as "Sweet Disposition," "Fader," and "Love Lost." The album was a critical and commercial success, and helped... read full bio
"The Vines are your favorite era in rock and roll regardless of what that era is. They sound like an isolated adolescence spent listening to classic albums through headphones and recording the influences on a 4 track with only 3 tracks working. They made a demo so rough, exciting and brimming with potential that anyone with a sliver of taste... read full bio
It has often been said that the Stranglers are probably the most enduring band of the UK punk/new wave era, while at the same time being the least celebrated. A number of current bands cite the Stranglers as an influence; concerts are packed; and the loyalty of their fans is legendary -- following the band from gig to gig (both... read full bio
Brian David Johnson is a former chief futurist at Intel Corporation and an author. He is currently a Professor of Practice at Arizona State University’s School for the Future of Innovation in Society, and a Futurist and Fellow at Frost & Sullivan. As a former chief futurist at Intel, Johnson’s work was called future casting and he would use ethnographic... read full bio
Ed Hochuli is an attorney and a retired American football official who worked in the NFL for nearly 20 years. He is best known for his athletic and muscular physique and for explaining on-field ruling in a manner that is comprehensive, clear, and concise. Prior to his officiating career, he played the linebacker position for four seasons at the University... read full bio
If Trevor Hall’s self-titled debut represented the young musician’s struggle with finding himself, his follow-up, Everything Everytime Everywhere, is a courageous affirmation that he has become the man he had been seeking. Hall’s signature blend of catchy pop/rock songs infused with tasteful shades of reggae has made this diverse singer one of the most lauded up-and-coming musicians on the American... read full bio
Tia Mowry is well known for playing Tia Landry, a twin separated at birth and reunited with her sister as a teenager in the show Sister, Sister. Both she and her sister appeared in the Rob Schneider comedy film The Hot Chick, playing cheerleaders. Mowry also did voiceovers for the Bratz cartoon series as the voice of Sasha. Mowry and... read full bio
BadBadNotGood are an instrumental group who hail from Toronto. The members include Matthew Tavares on the keys, Chester Hansen on bass, Leland Whitty playing the saxophone and Alexander Sowinski on the drums. The group incorporate elements of hip hop, jazz and electronica within their work. They are most well known for their interpretations of hip hop tracks and their collaborations... read full bio
Nashville, Tennessee-based Americana-folk group Judah and the Lion was founded in 2011. In 2013, they independently released the EP "Sweet Tennessee," which was commercially successful and charted on multiple Billboard lists. Judah Akers, Brian Macdonald, and Nate Zuercher make up the band. On April 16, 2013, the band released "Sweet Tennessee," and on May 4, 2013, it debuted on the... read full bio
"Blake Anderson is most noticeably recognized for his role as Blake Henderson on the hit Comedy Central show, Workaholics. Already a growing success, it ended its summer run with an average of 2 million viewers tuning in per show, as well as having established itself as the highest-rated series in its time. His sketch-comedy group, Mail Order Comedy, has headlined... read full bio
Clannad is an Irish musical group from Gweedore, County Donegal, Ireland. Their music has been variously described as being folk music, new age, and celtic. The band's album Landmarks became one of the most celebrated Irish albums in history, and earned them a Grammy Award for Best New Age Album. Clannad, whose name is taken from an Clann as Dobhar... read full bio
American pro golfer Harris English is a PGA Tour member, with four wins under his belt. The Tennessee native won an individual and four team state titles in high school, after which he played for the University of Georgia during his college years. He turned pro after playing in the Walker Cup in Scotland, and earned his PGA card the... read full bio
Benny Benassi is the enigmatic Italian DJ and producer responsible for 2003's unofficial theme song ""Satisfaction"". The song charted no. 1 on the UK dance chart, became certified gold in four countries, and resonated in pop culture for years following its release, launching Benassi to the forefront of electronic music. He has released five albums, worked with every type of... read full bio
E-V is a hybrid DJ and electronic dance music artist who melds hip-hop and dance. He has won numerous honors, been acknowledged nationwide, and had his well-known mixtapes aired on MTV and BET. Thanks to his achievements, he was able to work with two multi-platinum recording artists, Machine Gun Kelly and Mike Posner. His breakthrough track "GoodTime," which debuted in... read full bio
Irvin Mayfield is a Grammy and Billboard Award-winning artist with 15 albums to his credit. Mayfield is the founding Artistic Director of the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra and currently serves as Artistic Director of Jazz at the Minnesota Orchestra. Mayfield is currently a professor at the University of New Orleans, where he also serves as Director of the New Orleans... read full bio
The picturesque city of Kingston, Ontario is home to the Canadian musical group The Glorious Sons. The band has been making waves in the Canadian music scene ever since its foundation in 2011. In 2013, they signed with Black Box Music, and since then, they have put out three full-length albums and one EP. Their first radio hit, "Mother," from their... read full bio
Amy Purdy is highly experienced and requested professional speaker. Amy’s TED talk was chosen by the TED organization out of hundreds to be featured on the homepage of TED.com catapulting her speaking career into the national and international corporate speaking world. Currently her TED talk is distributed to new, incoming TED speakers as the #1 recommended sample presentation. It has... read full bio
Shakey Graves is recognized for his mesmerizing fusion of blues and folk music. He defies expectations as a one-man band with his captivating sound, which is created by combining his hollow body guitar, a mildly distorted amplifier, and an unusual homemade drum kit made of a suitcase and a tambourine. Rose-Garcia's fingerpicking style and double-pedal kick drum provide a rhythmic tapestry that... read full bio
Seamlessly blending funk, soul and rock ‘n’ roll - think Stevie Wonder meets Red Hot Chili Peppers- The Main Squeeze promises to keep your body moving with their infectious, feel-good musical gumbo. With their unique musical blend, the Chicago-based band has attracted a remarkably loyal and ever-growing national fan base. Further, their high-energy live shows that showcase each member’s virtuosic... read full bio
Fred Durst is the front man of the nu metal band Limp Bizkit, with whom he has released six studio albums. In recent years, he has also become known for his work in independent films. Durst costarred in the film Population 436, and made his directorial debut with The Education of Charlie Banks. He directed a second film, The Longshots.... read full bio
