Afro-pop producer, performer, and composer John Saviours Udomboso, also known as Young Jonn "The Wicked Producer," has won several awards. Young Jonn was born and raised in Ibadan, where he also started doing music before relocating to Lagos. He joined with Hit Factory Studios after relocating to Lagos, where he developed his production skills by working with and shaping the sounds... read full bio
Nothing, a well-known American shoegaze band that was founded in 2010, has carved out a unique niche for themselves in the music industry. Before signing a contract with Relapse Records and setting the course for their future, the band released a number of EPs on their own. With the publication of their first studio album, "Guilty of Everything," in 2014,... read full bio
Brothers Diarmuid and Brán Mac Gloinn, who live in Dublin, make up the Irish folk duet known as Ye Vagabonds. They have already won more RTE Radio 1 Folk Awards than any other artist, including Best Track and Best Group and have been referred to as "being at the fore of a new wave of Irish folk". The brothers played onstage... read full bio
One of R&B's most captivating storytellers is Yaya Bey. The singer/songwriter skillfully navigates life's challenges and happy times via music by combining ancestral powers with her own self-actualization. Bey's latest album, "Remember Your North Star", portrays this emotional rollercoaster via a soul-satisfying blend of hip-hop, soul, jazz, reggae and afrobeat. The album's lead hit, "keisha," finest exemplifies the artist's talent for storytelling.... read full bio
Wayne Snow's music, which mixes neo-soul, alternative pop, soultronica and jazz with a modern take on the sun-kissed, soulful feelings of his native country, has an irresistible warmth. His passion and appreciation for Afrofuturism, as well as his musical background and childhood in Nigeria listening to singers like Fela Kuti, King Sunny Ade, Sade and Marvin Gaye, all evident. It's an essential... read full bio
Future.exboyfriend, the creation of Tyler Harris, delves into the complex fabric of human emotions and spins a tale that includes themes of loss, love, and reflection within the context of catchy, DIY electro-pop. Harris's position as the lead vocalist of the indie-pop group Mojave Nomads helped him establish his musical identity as a known presence in the local scene. Future.exboyfriend, which... read full bio
A passion of event planning (Dusk DNB) in their hometown and years of friendship brought the Toulouse-based group "Visages" together. The four members of the ensemble are Valentin, Etienne, Tom and Kevin. Each member contributes their own skills and point of view, which ideally complement one another. Their productions exhibit a broad spectrum of diversity, ranging between soulful drum and... read full bio
The Portico Quartet founder and double-bassist Milo Fitzpatrick's latest project, Vega Trails, joins saxophonist Jordan Smart (Mammal Hands, Sunda Arc) in a highly potent duet that unites two fascinating players. The goal of the endeavor was to highlight the bass and melody in all of their unadulterated glory. Milo Fitzpatrick engaged himself in music with space and sparsity during Lockdown, including... read full bio
The London-born band Tropic Gold has established itself as a dynamic force that blends hard-hitting rock music with a compelling fusion of atmosphere and intensity. They create a sound that deeply connects with fans by working together to push the genre's boundaries. Tropic Gold's musical journey is one that is marked by originality and ingenuity. The band expertly combines subtle melodies,... read full bio
As a pioneer of electronic music, Debby Friday creates rich audio environments that enthrall listeners around. Friday was reared in Montreal after being born in Nigeria, and in 2018, she moved to Vancouver to begin her musical odyssey. In 2018, she released her first EP, "Bitchpunk," giving listeners a taste of her unique sound universe. Her second EP, "Death Drive," was... read full bio
Kasimyn, a co-founder of Gabber Modus Operandi, developed Hulubalang as a solo project that served as a sonic outlet for processing intense feelings. Hulubalang's debut album "Bunyi Bunyi Tumbal" explores the turbulent history of Kasimyn's Indonesian birthplace during Dutch colonization and was inspired by a yearning to express grief through music. The title of the record, which translates to "synthetic... read full bio
When Ryan Larkins was 12 years old, he began a fantastic songwriting journey after being enamored with Music City during his pre-teen years. His growing love for music inspired him to often sing and play the guitar in his neighborhood church, developing a distinctive baritone voice. Early performances like this served as a beacon, catching the interest of Nashville's music... read full bio
Within the experimental jazz community, Nala Sinephro has carved out an own niche. She is currently located in London and is renowned for her unusual works that combine jazz allure with ambient textures. The pedal harp, modular synthesizer, keyboards, and piano are some of the instruments she's selected as a vehicle for her artistic expression. Her debut studio album, "Space 1.8,"... read full bio
The beloved character Dora the Explorer was created to life by Valerie Walsh Valdes, a pioneering creative in the field of children's entertainment who captivated young people all over the world. Valdes co-created the enduring cartoon series "Dora the Explorer" out of a love for creating meaningful and instructive content. When this ground-breaking program debuted in 2000, it instantly went... read full bio
Trish Ahjel Roberts holds a diverse range of positions, including Bestselling Author, Transformational Coach, Happiness Expert, and Professional Speaker, and her impact goes far beyond her words. As the creator of the coaching business Mind-Blowing HappinessTM, Roberts guides people on a revolutionary path to a more contented life. She also founded the powerful Black Girl Joy Experience program and is the driving... read full bio
Tom Aspaul, also known as Thomas Paul Frederick Dutton, is a British singer and composer who was born in Wolverhampton. With the publication of his debut album, "Black Country Disco," in 2020, his musical career picked up steam. The album struck a chord with listeners and received a plethora of positive reviews. Aspaul's songwriting talent has stretched beyond his solo... read full bio
Oscar de Jong, Mark Kneppers, and Wim Plug make up the dynamic musical production trio Kraak & Smaak, which is from Leiden, Netherlands. In 2003, they began working together, sparking a combination of creative impulses that would result in astonishing musical accomplishments. The UK music world was captivated by Kraak and Smaak's debut album, "Boogie Angst," which was released in 2006.... read full bio
Fanny Lumsden, whose real name is Margaret Edwina Lumsden, is a well-known Australian name in the world of country music. Lumsden, who won an ARIA Award for her album "Fallow," has distinguished herself in the industry as a vocalist and songwriter. Lumsden's journey picked up steam after the Thrillseekers and she released the "Autumn Lawn EP" in August 2012, which was... read full bio
Jake Minch is a talented singer-songwriter who is quickly becoming well-known in the music industry. His voice, which seamlessly transitions through a wide variety of genres and enraptures listeners with each fascinating note, defines his artistry. Jake set out on a journey of self-discovery through music, immersing himself in many genres that helped him to create a distinct and distinctive sound.... read full bio
Two of the most promising new producers in the drum and bass scene are Pola and Bryson. They have quickly gained notoriety as a force to be reckoned with because to the huge impact their specially designed melodic electronic music has had. Their common love for drum and bass legends like Roni Size, Commix, High Contrast, Logistics, and Dom and Roland... read full bio
