Cecilia Cassandra Pea-Govea, better known by her stage name La Dona, is a solo reggaeton singer, composer and multi-instrumentalist from San Francisco. The Chicana performer started her career by playing percussion and strings in her family's conjunto before switching to trumpet. Before combining her distinctive background in her creative works, she also played in a youth salsa band and a Balkan... read full bio
Lulu Wang is a prominent American filmmaker of Chinese descent known for her outstanding skill in creating engrossing comedy-drama movies. She is highly known for her contributions to the field and has won praise for her movies "Posthumous" (2014) and "The Farewell" (2019). Wang's career was elevated by "The Farewell" to new levels of popularity and praise. She won the prestigious... read full bio
Lowkey, a powerful and electric rapper from the UK, is a towering figure in the scene who revives the long legacy of conscious hip-hop advocacy for the generation affected by the war on terrorism. Lowkey has a devoted and expanding following of fans and continues to break new ground and incite new hysteria with its politically charged lyrics and clever... read full bio
The Italian musician is behind a number of this decade's most distinctive albums, including Persona (Warp), Quantum Jelly (Editions Mego) and Superimpositions (Boomkat Editions), and is also the head of famous experimental label Presto! One of the most renowned and long-running annual awards in the realm of digital culture and music, the Prix Arts Electronica, recognized Lorenzo Senni's EP "Persona" with the... read full bio
London Afrobeat Collective is excited to return to the festival circuit after spending the last two years in the wilderness creating a massive new repertoire that draws on their favorite inspirations from around the globe. Their high-energy live show is not to be missed. They got their start in the London scene and are a frequent smash on the UK & Europe... read full bio
Professional baseball pitcher Logan Gilbert plays for the Seattle Mariners. Gilbert was selected in the first round of the MLB Draft by the Mariners before recording a 3.20 ERA in 32 starts. Gilbert has demonstrated during his brief career that he is a talented pitcher with Cy Young potential owing to a mix of velocity and movement.... read full bio
A particularly powerful representative of Chicago music culture is The LowDown Brass Band. This gifted all-horn ensemble mixes the spirit of conscious hip hop, jazz, reggae, and soul with the rhythm of dancehall and street beats. LowDown keeps a regular worldwide performance and touring schedule. Galactic, Bon Jovi, The Montreal Jazz Festival, World Music Fest, Vancouver Jazz Fest, Lagunitas Beer... read full bio
Singer-songwriter Emma Hardyman's side project is called Little Moon, which was also her childhood moniker. Her soaring voice and intricate orchestration are the distinguishing features of a style that is a cross between Vashti Bunyan and the Zelda soundtrack. Bly Wallentine, Bridget Jackson, Chris Shemwell, Grace Johnson and Nathan Hardyman accompany her. The band's music incorporates folk, pop and indie rock styles. Roni Birchack... read full bio
Los Yesterdays was formed in Pasadena, California, by singer/songwriter Victor Benavides and producer/drummer Gabriel Rowland. Their goal was to make music that would bring back memories of their early years as young Chicanos. They refer to their modern interpretation of the deep soul tunes as "souldies," drawing inspiration from legendary R&B artists like Little Anthony, Gene Chandler, and James &... read full bio
Laetitia Sadier, well known for being the lead vocalist for Stereolab, was born in France and was employed as a nanny in the late 1980s when she went to a Paris gig with McCarthy member Tim Gane. She moved to London with Gane, and shortly after McCarthy's breakup in 1990, the two started Stereolab. The band's sound was further enhanced... read full bio
The five-piece hard rock group LILIAC, dubbed the "First Family of Rock," is from Los Angeles. Melody, lead guitarist Samuel, drummer Abigail, bassist Ethan, and pianist Justin form the band's front line. Papa Liliac, the sibling's loving father who also serves as the band's manager and producer, was the one who saw their talent. They practiced their skills as weekend... read full bio
Currently residing in the UK, Liang Lawrence is a singer-songwriter. Within weeks of its publication, her debut EP, "Letters to Myself," had received over a million plays. Before turning 18, Liang lived in eight different countries, and music drew her in as a source of stability and grounding from a young age. She discovered in music a means of expressing... read full bio
Luzine specializes in hip hop and contemporary hip hop as a musician. Her unique style is a blend of modern production techniques and vintage Hip Hop elements, creating a sound that is both timeless and fresh. Luzine's music is distinguished by her ability to fuse intricate rhythms and melodies with profound lyrics that explore the complexities of relationships and existence. Luzine... read full bio
Multi-instrumentalist, producer, and songwriter Landon Conrath of Minneapolis almost happened by chance into his calling. Conrath, a drummer by profession, did not lead bands during his early years—rather, he kept the beat. He wasn't encouraged to refine his sound until he confided in a friend during a pool party while performing a new piece. Conrath threw himself wholeheartedly into the recording... read full bio
Loefah, a talented London-based electronic and dubstep musician, was born in the UK. His unique look and sound have helped him become a well-respected figure in the electronic music industry. Loefah's music is known for its complex rhythms, menacing textures, and heavy basslines. He has had a significant influence on the scene and is widely recognized as one of the... read full bio
Haela Ravenna Hunt-Hendrix is the artist behind Liturgy, a project that straddles the boundaries of art music, metal, and religious ritual with its fervent, yearning "transcendental black metal." Mario Miron (guitar), Tia Vincent-Clark (bass), and Leo Didkovsky (drums) make up the group's current configuration. The band is praised for combining real emotion, intricate compositions, artistic risk-taking, and powerful live energy. It... read full bio
Parry and Henderson, longtime friends who met while planting trees in Western Canada, originally introduced Loving with a lighthearted recording session that produced their EP of the same name. Lucas, Henderson's brother, quit the group after contributing to and touring in support of If I Am Only My Thoughts, their debut album. Since then, love has solidified into a pair,... read full bio
LUCAS ZELNICK is a New York City-born and bred stand-up comedian who uses punchy humor to poke fun at his pampered upbringing. Lucas's stand-up videos have gone viral online, garnering him over 500K followers on TikTok and over 100M views on Instagram. Lucas sold out eight nights at Zanies Chicago, establishing a solid foundation for himself as a touring comic.... read full bio
Rising quickly in the bass music industry, Lumasi is renowned for his distinctive remixes of nostalgic songs and high-caliber production. You might have noticed him becoming quite popular on TikTok when he shared the remixes he created for his girlfriend. His live performance will transport you to a different world of sound thanks to his powerful bass lines and captivating... read full bio
Lydia Fenet is the Managing Director and Global Director of Strategic Partnerships at Christie’s. Apart from her role with Christie’s, Fenet has also raised over half a billion dollars for over 400 non-profits around the world. Fenet is the leading benefit auctioneer in the country and she has been featured in outlets such as, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Vogue,... read full bio
