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
With more than 17 million streams on various platforms, Megan Kashat is an Iraqi American recording artist, musician, dancer, and abstract painter. Megan has launched a new creative chapter with her rock-infused single "WICKED," her daring return to solo work after years of success in the dance music arena. While she continues to make a significant impact in the dance... read full bio
With her amazing first solo album First Light, genre-defying fiddling (and piano) star Mary Frances Leahy is expanding her career after more than 600 gigs with her parents and renowned fiddlers Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy. Co-produced by Cuban guitarist Elmer Ferrer and Mary Frances, the inventive, varied nine-track collection of original songs is a remarkable fusion of jazz, Latin,... read full bio
Masey McLain, an actress, producer, and screenwriter known for her fearless appearances in inspirational movies and television shows, is a vibrant voice of faith in the entertainment industry. Her most well-known roles are her breakthrough performance as Rachel Joy Scott in the feature film I'm Not Ashamed and her leading part as Ashley Baxter in the Amazon Prime series The... read full bio
Born in Charlottesville, Virginia, chef Mason Hereford grew up with a fondness for sandwiches. Specifically, a sandwich consisting of turkey and cranberry sauce, served on a French roll with sharp cheddar, herb mayo, and lettuce. It is known as the Jefferson, and it influenced his life in a significant way. He declared at an early age that he would one... read full bio
Maesic is a DJ and producer that has a deep love for the universe of music. He was raised in France but is originally from London. This cultural mingling serves as his source of inspiration, leading to a fusion of various genres and styles. He started producing when he was twelve years old, and he quickly gained notoriety by posting... read full bio
A little community in East Texas is home to the country rock group Mac Hankins and the Moonlighters. Their style is greatly influenced by musicians like Koe Wetzel, Giovannie and the Hired Guns, and Treaty Oak Revival. Their music is upbeat and emotionally charged.... read full bio
In the spring of 2020, MUERTE started delivering mind-blowing music. In a relatively short period of time, his distinctive heavy, themed sound has become ingrained in the heavy EDM scene, fast gaining popularity with some of the top names and businesses in the industry. His goal was to create a new Dubstep style. One that draws listeners in with its... read full bio
For over a decade, Margot and the Nuclear So and So’s – led by singer and songwriter Richard Edwards – have been creating music that swirls with fear and doubt and tension and beauty. Their music was born out of Indianapolis with the lushly melancholic The Dust of Retreat, came of age with the bittersweet duo Animal/Not Animal, and arrived... read full bio
