Not just in his city but all over the nation, MIMS has generated a lot of controversy. And with the release of his debut album "Music Is My Savior," via his imprint American King Music and label Powerhouse EMI Capitol Records, the hip-hop world as a whole will finally learn what Washington Heights residents and his devoted and expanding fan... read full bio
Although it's difficult to neatly classify Messer Chups' primarily instrumental sound, it's safe to say that fans of rockabilly, horror punk, vintage surf records, Italian slasher movies, My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult, Pulp Fiction, lounge music, the theremin, The Cramps, and The Munsters' theme song would embrace it. Surf, old Russian tunes, unique cinema samples from the 1950s... read full bio
Author, strategist, husband, and parent Michell C. Clark creates affirmations for creative entrepreneurs who are dedicated to improving both their own lives and the lives of others. The Virginia Commonwealth University alumnus hails from Woodbridge, Virginia. He developed his writing and research abilities after graduating, working for companies and cultural organizations such as the National Museum of African American History... read full bio
The creator and CEO of Fieldcraft Survival, which produces high-end outdoor clothing and equipment and provides training programs in mobility, medicine, guns, survival, and preparedness, is Mike Glover. He previously served in the US Army and Special Forces for a total of 20 years. He defended government leaders in perilous circumstances while working as a government contractor for the CIA.... read full bio
As the Kroll Institute's Global Chief Economist, Megan Greene provides advice on how global macroeconomic events and policies may affect the company's and its clients' business services. In addition to teaching at the European University Institute and Schwarzman College (Tsinghua University), she is a Senior Fellow at Brown University's Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs. She works at Chatham... read full bio
Born in Glasgow, singer-songwriter Matthew Hall played drums in bands before attending Edinburgh Napier University to study music. Around this time, Hall started sharing guitar covers on the internet and soon began to become well-known for his original interpretations of well-known tunes. A cover of Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros' "Home" cemented a global fan base and launched his voice... read full bio
Currently residing in Southern Colorado via Denver, Madeline Johnston is a self-taught multi-instrumentalist and recording engineer who has dedicated the past ten years to honing her sound and fostering her artistic community. Midwife started when Madeline lived in Rhinoceropolis, a popular do-it-yourself place. On live, Johnston is known for her sparse, emotionally intense experimental pop songs that can silence a... read full bio
Anyone who has seen Milo Spykers at the decks understands that it is a loving and powerful experience. He attracted the attention of every raver as soon as he started playing in the seedy underworld of Antwerp. Milo was born and raised in Belgium, where he grew up surrounded by the vibrant club scene. As a youngster, he traveled by... read full bio
As a Scientist in Residence, Maria Konovalenko works for Formic Ventures, a diverse venture capital firm that invests in early-stage biotechnology startups that aim to extend human lifespans, as well as technology startups and businesses that enhance the quality of human life. Through a collaborative program between the Buck Institute for Research on Aging and the University of Southern California,... read full bio
Stanford University's Hoover Institution is home to Michael Auslin, PhD, the Payson J. Treat Distinguished Research Fellow in Contemporary Asia. He is a historian by profession and focuses on Indo-Pacific geopolitics and US policy in Asia. Among Auslin's six works are the best-selling Asia's New Geopolitics: Essays on Reshaping the Indo-Pacific and The End of the Asian Century: Dangers to the... read full bio
Manuel Muñiz is a professor of international relations practice and the provost of IE University in Madrid. In his capacity as provost, he plays a significant role in IE's strategic growth and is in charge of its global expansion and strategic partnerships. The head of IE's School of Politics, Economics, and Global Affairs (SPEGA) is Muñiz as well. With 1,500... read full bio
When it comes to creating music that cuts over linguistic and cultural boundaries, MAAHEZ has no boundaries. The Cuban-American producer/DJ, who is still one of the most diverse performers in today's industry, developed a distinctive sound after breaking into the electronic scene among the forerunners of the Global Bass and Moombahton movement. Making his main stage festival debut at Life... read full bio
MAKEOUT, a Providence-based band, brings lively, energetic pop-punk to the back of the room. After landing a production deal with John Feldmann, the boys changed their name to MAKEOUT. Feldmann helped the band create their debut album, and through the producer's connections, they were able to tour with blink-182, their idols, and then participate in the last Vans Warped Tour.... read full bio
With a style that veers between hip-hop, R&B, rock, and soul, Miss Kaninna, a First Nations performer, is redefining modern music. The rapper, singer, and songwriter has been on a rapid ascent since making waves with her breakthrough debut track Blak Britney. She has become a powerful voice of punk and power in so-called Australia. Blak Britney was... read full bio
Globally renowned DJ and producer MODD captivates audiences on every continent with his rich, natural soundscapes that go beyond boundaries and genres. He has been touring the world for the past few years, lighting up famous venues and festivals in cultural hotspots like Ibiza, New York, Tulum, Montreal, Paris, Berlin, London, Miami, Los Angeles, and Goa. His distinctive sound signature... read full bio
The powerful female collective THE MIDNIGHT COWGIRLS is about to transform the music industry with their captivating fusion of rockabilly, post-punk, new wave, and country. Their innovative music transcends genre norms by skillfully fusing powerful rhythms, pulsing bass lines, and twangy guitars. The band, which was conceived by Eagles of Death Metal songwriter and bassist Jennie Vee, is led by... read full bio
Myles Morgan is a rising country music star whose narrative is as real as his music, from the ballfields of Birmingham to the bright lights of Nashville. Myles, who grew up in Birmingham, Alabama, was a committed baseball player. But when he picked up his father's old guitar at the age of 17 and started learning how to play, his... read full bio
As the mastermind behind her KAIZEN label and a DJ that defies genres, Madam X has spent the past ten years reinventing the UK underground. She became one of the most revered characters in modern club music because of her intense desire to innovate and her love of the off-kilter. That vision is powerfully expressed on her debut EP, Homecoming. Homecoming,... read full bio
The Rusted Hearts, led by the free-spirited Miles Nielsen, have been captivating audiences with their songwriting, tight 4-part harmonies, and variety of sound for years. Since their founding, the band has toured constantly, gaining a devoted fan base they have named the Rusted Herd. They are equally at home performing a 10-minute jam as a 3-minute pop tune. The band... read full bio
MaRynn Taylor discovered her guitar-shaped escape behind the Christmas tree, she was twelve years old. She was in her bedroom daydreaming about Nashville while the other girls were at homecoming. She taught herself how to play the guitar and began writing poetry that she later converted into lyrics. Her only buddy was music. Additionally, MaRynn felt seen as she saw Taylor... read full bio
