The band Middle Kids creates sincere, crafty ruminations of indie rock and alt-country. Their track “Edge of Town” was featured on Elton John’s Beats 1 show and has racked up over 5 million Spotify streams. Middle Kids’ most notable performances include a slot at SXSW, a US tour as support for Cold War Kids, and an opening slot for Ryan... read full bio
Based out of Detroit, Michigan, Kenny Dixon Jr. is the techno DJ and producer known as Moodymann. His rise to fame came with the release of several tracks on Carl Craigs Planet-E label. Moodymanns classic status comes from his use of soul and jazz samples, low-slung bass lines, and slow tempo. Hes known for incorporating both digital and analog media... read full bio
Michel Neray is a professional speaker, branding consultant, and founder of momondays. Momondays is a variety show thats used to tell stories using comedy and live music and is now seen in over 12 cities. During Nerays speeches he helps his audience craft purposeful stories to help them become better leaders, salespeople, coaches, teachers, trainers, and more. He also uses... read full bio
Matt Savage is an American autistic savant musician who performs classical jazz music. He is a musician, composer, and teacher, who balances teaching with performing. Savage has performed alongside names such as, Chick Corea, the Ellington All Stars, Jason Moran, Joshua Redman, and many more. Savage has recorded eleven albums and is a Bosendorfer piano artist. As a composer, Savage... read full bio
Mack Brock is an up-and-coming country singer/songwriter from Charlotte, NC. Mack started his solo career in 2018 with his debut album, "Greater Things" in association with Sparrow Records. As of 2021, Mack Brock is continuing to gain his reputation by producing songs and record records.... read full bio
Mark Potok has led the Southern Poverty Law Center (a group that exists to expose far radical right hate groups and right-wing terrorism) and has stood his ground as an internationally celebrated expert on the topic of the radical right. Mark has faces death threats from white supremacists and outspoken leaders in the far-right media. Experts believe it’s because he... read full bio
Mehcad Brooks was born in Austin, Texas. He attended the University of Southern California giving up basketball scholarships and offers from Ivy League schools to study acting and filmmaking. He started as a model for Calvin Klein. Brooks began acting with bit roles in shows such as “Malcolm In The Middle” and “Cold Cast”. He got his first reoccurring role... read full bio
With the Malibu Boys, the summer beach fun never ends! perfectly timed renditions of classic Beach Boys songs including "Good Vibrations," "Fun Fun Fun," and "Under the Boardwalk," as well as poolside favorites. The Malibu Boys, either as a tracked show or with a four-piece band, recreate the sounds of the West Coast.... read full bio
At its core, Merge Factory is a performance art duo who fuse live, visual projection with live, remixed music. Nima Rezai and Brad Ranola have been working together as musicians since 1996. The last 19 years has brought them to nearly 20 countries to perform. This amount experience has built them the rapport to fluidly read each other’s musical impulses.... read full bio
MOLODI is a performance ensemble that takes body percussion to the extreme. Using their bodies as instruments, MOLODI blends collegiate stepping, tap, gumboots, beatbox, poetry and hip hop dance with guerilla theatre and robust personalities that bring to life a high-energy, rhythmic experience. Frequent collaborations with a variety of artists keep Molodi's work fresh and innovative, leaving audiences saying GIMME... read full bio
Marty Haggard was born and raised in Bakersfield, California. Along with many other country fans and critics, Marty considers his Dad, Merle Haggard, the greatest singer/songwriter in the industry. Growing up, Marty was able to travel with his Dad and had the opportunity to know many of the country greats like Bob Wills, Lefty Frizzell, and Johnny Cash, just to... read full bio
Martin Smith is an English Christian artist, guitarist, singer-songwriter, and producer. Prior to working as a solo artist, Smith was the leader of the worship band ‘Delirious’ and has also been lead singer of Army Of Bones. As a solo artist, Smith has released four EPs, two albums, a compilation album, and a live album. Some of his most popular... read full bio
During her 26 years working for the Social Security Administration, Marcia Brixey met thousands of women who experienced financial difficulties resulting from a personal crisis - husband's death, divorce, illness or loss of a job. Marcia Brixey is the author of Becoming a Money Wi$e Woman: Getting Your Financial House in Order and a popular keynote speaker. Marcia Brixey's... read full bio
Mal Warwick has distinguished himself through his contributions to the nonprofit sector as one of the worlds leading authors, consultants, and speakers on direct response marketing and fundraising for nonprofit organizations and as an advocate for socially and environmentally responsible policies and practices in the private sector. Mal Warwick is the author of Fundraising When Money is Tight: A Strategic... read full bio
Marc Kielburger is a social entrepreneur, New York Times best-selling author and gifted orator. Along with his brother Craig Kielburger, Marc is the co-founder of Free The Children, an international charity and educational partner that empowers youth to achieve their fullest potential as agents of change. He also co-founded Me to We, a pioneering social enterprise, and the youth empowerment... read full bio
Mike Peters is one of Americas most prominent cartoonists. He is mostly known for his outstanding work in both political and comic strip cartoons. His began drawing cartoons for his college paper, Student Life at Washington University. After college, Mike Peters began to work for a year on the art staff at Chicago Daily News. After being drafted into the... read full bio
Michelle Cameron is a historical author and poet. Her first novel was titles In the Shadow of the Globe, which was published by Pot Press, Inc. Michelles book received a lot of excellent reviews and the novel became the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jerseys Winter Book Selection in 2003-2004. The novel has also come to life and has been performed... read full bio
Mark Ballas is a professional dancer, choreographer, singer-songwriter, musician and actor. Most well-known for his role as a professional dancer and troupe member on Dancing With The Stars, he is a two-time Mirror Ball trophy winner and five-time finalist. DWTS fans and judges recognize him for his dynamic energy, as well as the most creative professional dance member on the... read full bio
Matthew Scott Giraud, is a former contestant on American Idol 2009 from Kalamazoo, MI. During Hollywood Week, Giraud sang Georgia On My Mind and received a standing ovation from the judges. He was chosen by the judges to advance to the finals as a Wildcard. Giraud performed Human Nature in the top 13; So Small in the top 11;... read full bio
Marla Runyon placed third in the qualifying trials for the Womens 1500 meters earning a spot on the 2000 U.S. Olympic team the first time a legally blind person has ever accomplished such a feat. Diagnosed with Stargardts Disease as a child, Marla has been legally blind for 20 years; but she refuses to consider her blindness a handicap.... read full bio
