Candy Chang is a TED Senior Fellow and urban artist and designer. As a TED Senior Fellow, Chang displays a passion for redefining communication and sharing in public spaces. Her most recent work, Before I Die, is a fascinating community project. The project allows people around the world to share their personal aspirations in a public setting. With a piece... read full bio
Colby Lee Swift is establishing his distinct presence in the country music genre with his profound, classic sound and genuine, emotive lyrics. Raised on a ranch in Midfield, TX, Swift's fervor for traditional country music and genuine storytelling frequently evokes comparisons to Johnny Cash, with his sound influenced by Texas country music icons George Strait and John Conlee. Swift persistently refines... read full bio
Clara Sophia is a musical pair producing deep, emotionally resonant music that has captivated global audiences. Their compositions, featuring ethereal vocals, handpan, guitar, and atmospheric textures, engage listeners in presence, contemplation, and emotional catharsis. Their live performances are vibrant and ritualistic, leading audiences through collective intention, subtle movement, and instances of tranquility. Clara Sophia performs in light language, channeling celestial realms... read full bio
Originating from Denver, CO, Clay Street Unit combines the acoustic elements of bluegrass and folk with the electrified vigor of Americana and country. The outcome is a unique version of American roots music that transcends genre and region, amalgamating the influence of the Rocky Mountains with Appalachian traditions. Propelled by percussion, incisive lyrics, and the camaraderie of close friends and... read full bio
Croce Plays Croce is a show dedicated to the late great Jim Croce – the man behind such timeless classics as “Time in a Bottle”, “You Don’t Mess Around With Jim”, “Operator”, and “Bad, Bad Leroy Brown” – performed by A.J. Croce. As you probably guessed it, A..J. doesn’t just share a namesake (and a striking resemblance) of the famous... read full bio
The Champagne Jam Tour is a one-of-a-kind concert that brings together two awesome bands, Atlanta Rhythm Section and Rare Earth. Atlanta Rhythm Section is an American Southern rock band that currently consists of members Dean Daughtry, Rodney Justo, Steve Stone, Justin Senker, David Anderson, and Rodger Stephan. The group is best known for their singles such as, So In to... read full bio
Coyu (COYU) is as much a DJ/producer as he is a cat lover, in fact hes known as The Big Cat in the techno scene. Coyu is the founder of Saura, a cat loving brand that started out as a record label and is now a clothing brand and parent of the Saura Foundation, which helps street cats in need.... read full bio
Crystal Gayle, known for her rich vocals and trademark long hair, is sure to bring audiences to their feet. Best remembered for her smash hit “Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue”, Crystal Gayle has nearly three dozen albums to her credit. Crystal Gayle’s career began while she was still in school with her debut single ""I’ve Cried (The Blue... read full bio
If Chris Cagle were nothing more than a man who lives life at full-speed, taking corners on two wheels, he would still be one of country music's more interesting characters. There aren't many in the industry who can put passion and energy on stage or on record the way he can. But a man doesn't go gold with his first... read full bio
Craig Newmark is the founder of Craigslist, a web-based platform that has fundamentally changed classified advertising. Initially developed in Craig's San Francisco flat, Craigslist quickly grew from a simple bulletin posting site into the de facto online classified ad destination for people searching for anything and everything. From jobs to real estate to services and beyond, Craigslist continues to grow... read full bio
As a stand-up comedian/writer/producer, Carol Leifer is a bona fide trailblazer in the male-dominated world of comedy, and has paved a variety of paths in a field where not many female comedians have ventured. Carol began her career as a stand up comedian in such well know Manhattan comedy clubs as the Comic Strip, Catch a Rising Star and the... read full bio
Catherine Russell is an American jazz singer from New York City who blends together genres such as blues and rock into her music. She is daughter of the late Luis Russell who was a famous pianist. Her mother was also an accomplished musician so music came easy to Russell. While a child, Russell had a love for music such as... read full bio
For nearly 20 years, tennis great Chris Evert provided fans throughout the world with one guarantee - she gave every match all she had. She was always more than just the best tennis player in the world. Evert was ranked number one for seven years and had a 90 percent win average spanning her 17-year career as a pro. She... read full bio
Cam Neely played thirteen years in the NHL, the final ten with the Boston Bruins. His career came to an end in August of 1996 when he was diagnosed with a career-ending hip injury. Neely retired, but not without leaving his mark on the hockey world with 726 games played, 395 goals, 299 assists, 694 total points and 1256 penalties... read full bio
Chris Slade has worked with Gary Numan, Tom Jones, Olivia Newton-John (as co-members of the band Toomorrow), and Uriah Heep. He was a member of Manfred Mann's Earth Band from 1972 to 1978. In the early 1980s, Slade played with Paul Rodgers and Jimmy Page inThe Firm. He has played with Pink Floyd's David Gilmour. Slade probably received his highest... read full bio
One of the most illustrious pass catchers in NFL history, Cris Carter, the former Minnesota Vikings star receiver, joined ESPN to serve as an NFL analyst following his retirement. Carter is a sought after public speaker and has spoken for many Fortune 500 companies. In addition, the NFL has chosen him to speak to the rookies before each season. Carter... read full bio
Curtis James Martin, Jr. is a former football running back who played in the National Football League for the New England Patriots and New York Jets over the course of ten years. Martin began his professional career with the Patriots, who selected him in the third round of the 1995 NFL Draft. He joined the Jets in 1998 where he... read full bio
Cody Simpson is an Australian pop singer-songwriter. He was discovered by Jay-Z's producer for his covers on YouTube and signed to Atlantic Records. He has released three studio albums: Paradise, Surfers Paradise, and Free. Cody has toured with artists such as Justin Bieber, Big Time Rush, and fellow YouTube discovered singer Jackson Harris. He also completed his own Coast to... read full bio
Scottish indie pop group Camera Obscura is based in Glasgow. Since its formation in 1996, the group has put out six studio albums. Lead vocalist Tracyanne Campbell, guitarist/vocalist Kenny McKeeve, bassist Gavin Dunbar, and drummer Lee Thomson make up the band's current lineup. The band took a break after longtime keyboardist Carey Lander passed away. Many have referred to the band's... read full bio
Carmen Lundy is a woman of many faces: singer, composer, arranger, producer, actress and painter. Carmen Lundy was born in Florida and began to perform as a professional while still in her teens. Among her first influences she cites Dionne Warwick, Roberta Flack and Stevie Wonder. In the late '70s Carmen Lundy moved to New York, where she was hired... read full bio
