The site Awesome Tapes From Africa by Brian Shimkovitz has been highlighting unique and fascinating sounds from all around the continent. As a DJ, he brings the blog to life with sets of two to three hours that mix hip-hop bangers, left-field dancefloor treasures and folkloric music. Awesome Tapes DJ performances honor the music and artists whose tapes Shimkovitz has amassed... read full bio
Acclaimed as the queen of Japanese hip-hop, Awich embodies everything that makes the genre so essential to culture. Over the course of her boundary-pushing career, the Okinawan-born artist has struck a balance between cutting-edge musicianship and forward-thinking storytelling, a fierce devotion to her homeland and heritage—a Japanese prefecture whose troubled history and near-mystical beauty have served as an endless source... read full bio
Nora Lum, also known by her stage name Awkwafina, is a rapper, actress, and television personality hailing from New York City. Lum grew up with a passion for music, studying classical and jazz music while attending LaGuardia High School. She eventually adopted the Awkwafina moniker as an alter ego to her normally quiet self. After graduating from high school, Awkwafina majored... read full bio
Awkward Moments is a collaborative performance art project with sound at its center that use a variety of mediums to examine the psychological, philosophical and metaphysical ramifications of a lifespan and its perpetual recurrence. Awkward Moments, which explores the relationship between sound, space and scenography, was inspired by the idea of "Expanded Cinema," a term coined by American experimental filmmaker Stan Vanderbeek to... read full bio
AWOLNATION is an American electronic rock band, formed and fronted by Aaron Bruno, formerly of the groups Under the Influence of Giants, Hometown Hero, and Insurgence. AWOLNation began after Bruno was approached by Red Bull Records, asking if he wanted free use of the Red Bull recording studio in Los Angeles, CA. He recorded a few songs in the studio... read full bio
This Chicago-based rock & roll group has a devoted national fan base because to its scorching horns, earthy rhythms, and shimmering guitar onslaught. The instant the lifelong friends hit the stage, their friendship and musicality shine through. The six-piece group, which features Axel Ellis on vocals and guitars, is led by guitarist Sal Defilippis, bassist Hunter Olshefke, drummer Nick Deputy, trumpeter... read full bio
Axel Blake is a rising star in the comedy industry. He is renowned for his distinct brand of observational humor, which takes on a variety of subjects with a quick wit and contagious enthusiasm. Axel, who was born and raised in London, England, began his entertainment career as a DJ and host at neighborhood clubs and events before switching to... read full bio
Alexander Joyce, better known as his stage name, Axel Boy, is a British DJ from Bristol, UK. He is known for being a genre-bending artist who has released records through companies such as Buygore Records, Never Say Die, Elysian Records, MA Music and more. Axel has nearly 500,000 monthly listeners on Spotify and some of his most popular songs include,... read full bio
Axel Merckx is a Belgian former professional bicycle racer. During his professional career, he has won an Olympic Bronze medal and competed in 8 Tours de Frances, finishing in 6 as the highest-placed Belgian rider. These days, Axel can be found at the helm of the Bissell Development Team. As its owner and director, Axel plays a key role in... read full bio
Axel Thesleff is an electronic musician and producer who is currently based out of Helsinki, Finland. He is known for mixing in heavy bass into his music and also has a future style to his music. Thesleff is a pro in making his music diverse; he can have one song that makes you want to party, and then switches it... read full bio
Axel Weber is a renowned figure in finance and business who made a big impact on the banking and central banking industries. He has held crucial positions in important international financial institutions and organizations throughout the course of a remarkable career spanning several decades, cementing his status as a key player in the banking industry. Axel Weber shown great leadership and... read full bio
Axwell is a DJ, remixer, record producer, and record label owner from Sweden. He is part of a three-person group dubbed the Swedish House Mafia along with Sebastian Ingrosso and Steve Angello. He has placed 12th on the DJ Magazine Top 100 DJ Poll. By anyone’s standards, Axwell is a giant of modern-day dance music. Axwell’s Midas-like touch – along... read full bio
Aya Cash is an American actress best known for her role as Gretchen in the FX television series “You’re the Worst”. Her role as Gretchen has had her nominated for a Critics Choice nomination for Best Actress in a Comedy Series. Other television series that Cash has appeared in include, “Law & Order”, “Brotherhood”, “Mercy”, “Traffic Light”, “The Newsroom”, “We... read full bio
Aya Nakamura is a Malian-born French pop singer who is best known for her hit single “Djadja” that has gained nearly 500 million views on YouTube, has peaked at number 1 on the French charts. Nakamura was born in Bamako and immigrated to France where she grew up in Aulnay-sous-Bois. Nakamura went on to study fashion at La Courneuve before... read full bio
LittleBits, a cutting-edge platform that enables individuals of all ages to study, create, and prototype with electronics, was where Bdeir's entrepreneurial adventure began. She has inspired creativity and curiosity in countless people by empowering them to explore the world of technology through the leadership of littleBits. Four times more girls use littleBits than the industry norm, which demonstrates her commitment... read full bio
Ayah Marar is a Jordanian singer-songwriter, performer, radio show host and label owner. She has featured as a vocalist and/or writer on music from many UK artists including Calvin Harris, DJ Fresh, Camo & Krooked, Bassline Smith, Dilemn and Jack Penate. Marar receives heavy support from Kiss FM, Ministry of Sound radio and BBC Radio 1Xtra, appearing on the latter... read full bio
Ayako Okamoto is a Japanese professional golfer who has played on the LPGA Tour and is a member of the World Golf Hall of Fame. During her professional career, Okamoto has won 17 LPGA Tours, 2 Ladies European Tours, and 44 LPGA of Japan Tours. She has been in the LPGA of Japan Tour leading money winner, the LPGA Tour... read full bio
Samantha Ayanis Miller (who works professionally as just Ayanis) is a Texas-raise singer and dancer. She got her start singing in church and participating in beauty pageants. At a young age, the entertainment bug bit her and she made sure to make that her path in life. At the age of nine, she told her family that it was happening... read full bio
Ayanna Witter-Johnson is a singer-songwriter, cellist, and composer from London, England. She is a performer of both classical and contemporary music, fusing a bit of hip-hop and reggae into her compositions. Ayanna, being a talented singer, often plays the cello while singing her soulful songs. This incredible multi-instrumentalism began when she was just four years old. It was around this... read full bio
Ayesha Curry is an American-Canadian actress, cook, cookbook author, and television personality. She is the wife of huge NBA star Steph Curry and is best known for her show on the Food Network, “Ayesha’s Homemade”. One of Curry’s first acting gigs was in Suga Prince’s song “Too Young for Love”. She went on to be seen in series such as,... read full bio
