D.J. was raised in a close-knit, devoutly Christian household that values business, music and sports. His mother instilled in him and his elder brother the value of hard work and the ability to seize chances via business. Whether it was starting a lemonade stand or getting a lawnmower and rake to mow the yards in the neighborhood to earn money. Those who... read full bio
Teo Glacier serves as a reminder that excellent new musical talent continues to be produced in New Zealand. This indie artist has amassed more than 300k streams so far, largely because of his popular viral song "too much." Teo's compositions include his honest and empathetic voice and offer listeners a beautifully understated combination of acoustic pop and R&B.... read full bio
Award-winning, best-selling novelist Sophia Thakur also performs poetry. Sophia will be working on a number of projects to empower communities as the Youth Creator and Educator Ambassador for Jordan's Jumpman23 women's squad. She was been named one of Forbes' under-30 artists and cultural figures in Europe. A room full of career experts were mesmerized by the spoken word artist, who entered the stage... read full bio
Dr. Ivan Joseph serves as a source of motivation, inspiring people and groups to beyond their own expectations. His transforming impact goes far beyond his individual successes, demonstrating the strength of encouraging others to achieve success together. Ivan's tremendous influence on people's lives is evident, as seen by the astounding 27 million views of his TEDx Talk, earning him a... read full bio
When Ryan Larkins was 12 years old, he began a fantastic songwriting journey after being enamored with Music City during his pre-teen years. His growing love for music inspired him to often sing and play the guitar in his neighborhood church, developing a distinctive baritone voice. Early performances like this served as a beacon, catching the interest of Nashville's music... read full bio
Atlus is the stage name of Sean Haywood, a singer, rapper and composer from Denver. At the age of four, he began singing, and at 10, he started composing. He also picked up how to play the guitar and the piano. His music strives to uplift listeners and convey similar experiences. Through his ability to play songs from a variety of... read full bio
Mason, who was always a music aficionado, grew up listening to a wide range of music. He also said that in high school, he became a tremendous fan of John Mayer, an artist who has always been an influence to him. Mason left home after high school to attend Ole Miss, where he chose to carry his guitar on a whim.... read full bio
Mae Estes, a native of Hope, Arkansas, has been making the rounds in Music City for more than seven years now. Her first few years in the city, she worked up to three jobs at once, so she is now loaded with tales to share. After receiving advice from Kobalt Music, Estes agreed to her first publishing contract with Plaid... read full bio
Turner, who is one of less than 650 people who live in the village of Flovilla in north central Georgia, may be the next upcoming star of country music. He has the proper people on his side and there is a ton of music to support him. Allergy Season, Turner's brand-new first album, is a great introduction to his music. A seven-track introduction... read full bio
Harper moved to Nashville after earning her degree from UT Austin. There, with Jody Williams Songs, a joint venture with Warner Chappell Music, she inked the publishing contract of her dreams. Vince Gill, Natalie Hemby, Ashley McBryde, Nathan Chapman, Driver Williams, Trent Dabbs and other notable performers, writers and producers call JWS home. Other up-and-coming musicians including Meg McRee, Tyler Halverson, Nate... read full bio
Matt Schuster has been referred to be Tyler Childers and Chris Stapleton's love child. From his little Illinois town of Charleston, Schuster has swiftly built a fan base all around the world with his screaming vocals and sensitive and melodic lyrics. Schuster blends approachable pop melodies with a strong dose of country, drawing inspiration from artists like Thomas Rhett, Chris... read full bio
Kelly, a resident of Lorena, Texas, has a wide range of ties to the music business. She has also not been hesitant to go against the grain. Kimberly had an early schooling thanks to her sister Kristen, who signed with a Nashville label and had a hit record. She had to go back to her early years in order to... read full bio
Abbey Cone, a country music performer, moved to Nashville at the age of 16 from Texas. By her early 20s, she was collaborating on songs with some of the most well-known composers in the area and her emotionally stirring breakthrough hit, "Rhinestone Ring," helped her get national attention. The musician has established herself by being included in CMT's Next Women of... read full bio
Gabbo is the solo project of Gabbo Franks, a musician from Washington, D.C., whose music fluidly veers between freak folk, experimental indie pop and introspective, emo-tinged contemplation. The result is Corn, a first album out now on Gardenhead Records, which has a distinct personality that is evident right away. Since Sadurn and Deer Scout are named as influences, opener "Reminders of... read full bio
With roots in the punk and shoegaze scenes, Ratbag's most recent album was only recently released following her debut as a musician. The artist's first track, "rats in my walls," was released and already she is showing signs of confidence, which is especially striking given the world of terror depicted in the music video that goes along with it. Of course, the... read full bio
Mali Velasquez, a singer-songwriter from Nashville, left the lush foothills of Tennessee for the Texas panhandle with a fresh viewpoint that reflected her surroundings. This resulted in the lushly raw edge of her folk-rooted indie rock. With melody-forward unction and lyrical sensitivity, Velasquez tips the fulcrum between introspection and cure with wistfully openhearted incisiveness. Her upcoming book, I'm Green, is... read full bio
Nep is a musician that enjoys switching between genres and presenting stories with her songs. Nep, a third-year sound engineering student in Miami, either works with her closest buddy from school or creates music in her bedroom while covered up. Her debut EP, "Nep's Storybook," which she describes to as a feast of 12 incredibly diverse songs, is presently in... read full bio
Danny Ray, a singer, songwriter and producer from West London, has released the much awaited third track from his first EP, "Strawberry Kisses." With its contagious beats and appealing lyrics, this funk-infused song captivates listeners as a testament to the mysterious "Ick" phenomena. Ray's ability to produce songs that force you to move is evident in his broad musical inspirations, which... read full bio
Shwilly enjoys encouraging tolerance and spiritual awareness while bringing people together to share an experience. He is a music producer, sound engineer, vocalist and DJ who creates waves and uses sound to convey emotion. Shwilly, who was born and reared in Huntsville, Alabama, and later moved to Denver, is known for his original, distinctive sound design and superb live singing.... read full bio
Gallium is a Denver, Colorado-based producer of bass music. Gallium is undoubtedly an artist to have on your radar because of his eclectic mix of influences, which range from his upbringing in Detroit's industrial scene to his affiliation with Los Angeles' underground music community.... read full bio
