Santrofi is a group of renowned young artists well-known in Ghana's music circles. They are quite famous of the new vintage-inspired Highlife, Highlife Funk and Afrobeat. Lead by bassist/producer Emmanuel Ofori, who emerged from the unchangeable Ebo Taylor, Pat Thomas and Kwashibu Area Band to establish his own collective that is deeply influenced by vintage Ghanaian highlife music in all of its... read full bio
Skysia, real name Tanner Allen, is a self-taught musician, director and production wizard. Originally from Southern California, he now makes sound art while permanently surrounded by the outdoors aboard a converted mini-school bus that includes a mobile studio. Skysia combines elements of melodic bass, experimental bass and contemporary downtempo to create a euphonious sound, eschewing the natural heaviness of electronic music in favor... read full bio
The highly regarded identity and diversity specialist Stephanie J. Creary, Ph.D., has made major contributions to both academic research and organizational practice. She has significantly advanced knowledge of identity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace as a trailblazer in her industry. Dr. Creary's academic career has been characterized by her pursuit of excellence and commitment to her area of specialization. She... read full bio
Syra Madad was born in the United States on October 22, 1986, to Pakistani parents, Rehana Sikandar and her father, who is also known as Syra Madad in Urdu. She was first inspired by the 1995 movie "Outbreak" to pursue a career in public health and infectious illnesses. She persevered in her academic endeavors with tenacity and excellence. Syra graduated with... read full bio
Simula has been a relentless force, weaving his elaborate sonic tapestries inside the depths of the genre, ever since his entrance onto the electronic music world in 2015. Simula is known for its gritty, dark soundscapes that enthrall and challenge listeners because of its dedication to pushing limits and venturing into unexplored audio realms. Simula expertly combines elements of jungle, jump-up,... read full bio
Sarah Hurwitz is a well-known name in American speechwriting, making a lasting impression on politics with her significant contributions. Notably, she worked for President Barack Obama as a key wordsmith in the crucial years of 2009 and 2010. She rose to prominence as First Lady Michelle Obama's head speechwriter, a position she held with distinction from 2010 to 2017. Her... read full bio
Former American football linebacker Shaquem Alphonso Griffin made his impact in the National Football League (NFL) during the course of a noteworthy four-season career. Griffin is notable for being Shaquill Griffin's identical twin, a cornerback with the Houston Texans. At the University of Central Florida (UCF), where they developed their football prowess, both siblings played football together. When Griffin's left hand... read full bio
The critically acclaimed Montreal band Wolf Parade's vocalist/keyboardist Spencer Krug, who is also a part-time member of Frog Eyes, also fronts Sunset Rubdown, a slightly more experimental side project meant to serve as another outlet for Krug's songwriting. Snake's Got a Leg, the debut Sunset Rubdown record, was released by Krug as a solo project. It didn't take him long... read full bio
One of the most active DJs and producers in the house and garage scene is Smokey Bubblin' B. He has previously released music on labels including Low Steppa's Simma Black, DJ E's Nuvolve label and even more recently Seb Zito's Seven Dials imprint. Smokey has officially remixed popular artists including DJ Zinc & Maverick Sabre, Black Legend, Audio Bullys and more! His collaborations with... read full bio
The most recent and intriguing addition to Bristol's apparently limitless talent, Sir Hiss made a name for himself with the landmark 12" track "Danny Uzi Vert," the anthem of Outlook Festival, whose initial run of 500 copies was quickly sold out. Following that, he had a very busy year that included frequent appearances at renowned events around the country as... read full bio
Silvia Garcia has made significant contributions to marketing, happiness research, education, and entrepreneurship. She is a well-known person in these fields. She has an outstanding record and has made a lasting impression on some of the most prestigious companies and academic institutions in the world. Silvia Garcia, who formerly served as The Coca-Cola Company's respected Global Marketing Director and Director of... read full bio
The eagerly awaited tune "i'm so tired," performed by LA-based singer-songwriter Emilia Ali, was released by up-and-coming musician Scro. Through emotional lyrics and an inventive and brutally honest accompanying video starring Scro, Emilia Ali and bitbird founders San Holo and Thorwald van den Akker, the song draws attention on the constant sacrifices demanded by social media algorithms. Scro's music defies classification, existing... read full bio
Sam Quealy, dubbed "the techno pop princess," is sweeping the music industry with her distinctive sound that transcends genre lines. Her outrageously sexual and genre-defying songs are enthralling listeners everywhere. Sam brings a further dimension of artistic expression to her stellar background as a member of the storied fashion brand of Commes des Garcons. Sam radiates the confidence and attitude... read full bio
The Babylon Bee, the most dependable and factually correct news source in the world, is led by Seth Dillon. The Bee satirizes real-world events and notable individuals in a manner reminiscent to a typical news media organization. Dillon is now fighting for free expression in the public sphere due to his experiences with censorship and deplatforming. He currently gives talks about... read full bio
The most recent development of the DJ/producer, label and party series Secretsundaze located in London is the Spirit of Sundaze Ensemble. Leading modern artists recreate, record and perform a selection of songs that have been essential throughout Secretsundaze's 20+ year existence, embracing a variety of styles from balearic to synth pop to brit funk. They do this at the nexus of live... read full bio
Deep inside the strange depths of far-off, future space, Soulacybin was conceived as just aural information. The DNA of a mushroom spore was sequenced with this aural entity, which was then sent on a journey across time and space toward Planet Earth. The spore sprouted in the form of Earth music when it reached our planet, transmitting its meticulously coded knowledge... read full bio
Despite being a relatively new band, Shelf Lives has already received praise for their performances at Glastonbury, toured extensively in Europe and the UK as Skunk Anansie's support act, been named "ones to watch," and appeared on the Gigwise cover among other confrontational noisemakers Bob Vylan and HO99O9. They published their debut mini album, Yes, a danceable explosion of discordant... read full bio
Secret Recipe is a native of Oakland, the founder of the renowned Wormhole Music Group label and the main curator of the Wormhole Entertainment brand. Secret Recipe creates a distinctive potpourri of sounds by fusing erratic breaks, delectable sound design and dramatic environments with heavy basslines and beautiful melodies in their own style. Artists including Noisia, Tipper, STS9, G Jones, Yheti, Liquid Stranger,... read full bio
Simon Clow of 604 Records has continued to forge his own path in Canadian country music ever since embarking on a quest to rediscover his origins, all the while being loyal to himself. Clow's sound has continued to develop and change, particularly when it comes to songwriting. This sound has had an impact on the musician's daily life as well... read full bio
Stacy, who was given a scoliosis diagnosis at age 11, spent more than six years wearing a rigid plastic back brace, taking it off only to play golf. She had a metal rod and five screws surgically fused into her spine when the bracing technique failed. She underwent nine months of rehabilitation before joining the Arkansas golf team, and only... read full bio
