With sold-out performances and millions of streams worldwide, British singer-songwriter Roo Panes has cultivated an incredibly impressive career on his own terms. This has allowed him to create the remarkable body of work that culminates with his stunning fourth album, "The Summer Isles." His catchy and narrative songs have appeared in television series like This is Us, Virgin River, Grey's... read full bio
In England, Ruzwana Bashir was raised in a tight-knit, traditional Pakistani immigrant community. She didn't know any ladies who went on to further their education or get employment, and her father worked as a fruit vendor. Bashir, however, continued to win. She was accepted to Oxford University, where she was elected president of the esteemed debating society. A Fulbright scholar,... read full bio
Mae Stephens is a British singer-songwriter who became well-known throughout the world when her breakthrough single, "If We Ever Broke Up," made her one of pop's most promising new artists. Mae was already perfecting her craft before her lively, funk-infused alt-pop songs received international praise. She drew inspiration from a traditional singer-songwriter's palette that placed an emphasis on using rich,... read full bio
American DJ and producer DJ Green Lantern, whose real name is James D'Agostino, is renowned for his avant-garde mixtapes and partnerships with well-known hip-hop artists. He produced the critically acclaimed Invasion mixtape series and collaborated with artists such as Nas, Ludacris, and Immortal Technique before becoming well-known in the early 2000s as Eminem's official DJ at Shady Records. In addition,... read full bio
For many years, HVOB has dominated the electronic music scene. Through their releases and live performances, they have not only made a name for themselves in the global music industry. Paul Wallner and Anna Müller are the two musicians that make up HVOB. They are jointly in charge of creating the distinctive sound of HVOB since they both compose and produce... read full bio
DJ and producer LIVA K quickly made a lasting impression on the world's dance underground. The incredibly gifted Greek artist's productions frequently receive enthusiastic backing from some of the scene's most renowned luminaries, and his massive DJ performances have brought life to some of the most prestigious clubs and venues in the globe. Konstantinos Livathinos was born in Greece, and... read full bio
In her tracks, Ella Red deftly blends Pop's catchy hooks and upbeat rhythms with Indie Pop's introspective and often dreamy elements. This combination creates a sound that appeals to a wide range of listeners since it is both familiar and unique. Her ability to write tunes that linger in the mind long after the song has ended makes her a... read full bio
The Santa Cruz, California-based hardcore punk band DRAIN is well-known for their catchy, relatable lyrics and their fusion of hardcore, crossover, and thrash elements. The band is said to have a catchy, genuine, and grounded sound. Along with touring Europe with hardcore bands like Madball and H2O and supporting Comeback Kid, DRAIN also performed at big festivals like Wacken Open... read full bio
In addition to his novel Time Is Tight, Booker T. Jones's most recent CD, Note by Note, was published. Booker T. Jones is a four-time GRAMMY winner, a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a recipient of the GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award, and perhaps the most well-known Hammond B3 player in history. During his time at Stax... read full bio
The eleven-piece all-female supergroup BIIRD, which consists of some of the top traditional Irish musicians and dancers in Ireland, is redefining the role of women in traditional culture by collaborating with some of the country's most creative and disruptive designers and stylists. The group sold out their first headline event at the London Irish Centre and their Belfast Trad Fest... read full bio
Buckcherry proudly maintained the flame of hard rock sleaze when they arrived in the late 1990s, amid the post-grunge ashes and the emergence of nu-metal. Acting as though their peers were Motley Crue rather than Limp Bizkit, the band positioned themselves as purposeful homages to the Sunset Strip's heyday of the 1980s. "Lit Up," the number one mainstream rock single... read full bio
Lance Savali is a well-known dancer who was born in New Zealand. Because of his extraordinary abilities, he has performed with some of the biggest names in the industry, including Chris Brown on a regular basis, Rihanna on a world tour, Jennifer Lopez on the Super Bowl stage, and Beyonce at her highly regarded Coachella show. With more than 15 million... read full bio
Many people consider Edwin van der Sar, a former Dutch professional football player, to be among the best goalkeepers of his generation. Van der Sar started his professional career with Ajax Amsterdam, where he became one of the Eredivisie's best goalkeepers very fast. With Ajax, he won multiple KNVB Cups and Eredivisie crowns, among other domestic honors. Van der Sar... read full bio
Susie Wolff, a former professional racer, is a businesswoman with more than 20 years of experience pushing for female diversity and representation throughout the world. She created history at the British Grand Prix when, while driving for 16-time World Champions Williams Racing, she became the first woman to compete in a Formula One race weekend in 22 years. Susie continued... read full bio
The Alabama native and singer-songwriter Clever is well-known for his profound emotional songs and astute use of language. Clever began his career as a young poetry prodigy before he turned his gift to music, where he became known for his honest and unfiltered lyrics.After honing his skills in rap fights, Clever's second album, Crazy, featured guest appearances from industry heavyweights... read full bio
The Nashville-based pop/rock band SAFETYSUIT had the euphoria of a #1 album, went through a split with their label and found themselves having to start again with their whole staff. Fans and industry insiders questioned if SAFETYSUIT would ever perform live again during the following few years. "Don't call it a comeback," the band simply said in response on social media. From that... read full bio
Adam Green is widely recognized as one of the most distinctive and prolific songwriters in the world of music; performers as varied as Will Oldham, Carla Bruni, Kelly Willis, and The Libertines have all covered his songs. Green, a native of New York, recorded and published his debut album at the age of 17. He was one half of The... read full bio
At university, MJ Petroni, a Cyborg Anthropologist, studied television series like Star Trek, but not (only) for fun. Their research focuses on the intricate interactions between people and technologies, examining how we influence technology and how it changes us. In order to prepare for emerging technologies, they assist organizations in becoming more digitally literate by addressing not only the tools... read full bio
Kay is a former judge with expertise in human rights law and a British barrister by training. She is the 2024 recipient of the TIME 100 Impact Award. She has written works about modern slavery, AI, and human rights. She became interested in the effects that technology will have on people worldwide. Kay has been researching and concentrating on the... read full bio
Alondra Nelson, the Harold F. Linder Professor at the Institute for Advanced Study, an independent research institute in Princeton, New Jersey, is an expert on the nexus of science, technology, policy, and society. She also holds a renowned position at the Center for American Progress as a senior fellow. Dr. Nelson formerly served as acting head of the White House Office... read full bio
