Yalitza Aparicio is a Mexican actress who gained popularity after her film debut as Cleo in “Roma”. Upon her role gaining so much attention, Aparicio has been nominated for numerous awards including an Academy Award for Best Actress. She’s also been nominated for a Gotham Independent Film Award in Breakthrough Actor, a Critics’ Choice Award in Best Actress, and a... read full bio
Marina de Tavira is a Mexican actress best known for her role as Sra. Sofia in “Roma”, which she was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in. Apart from her most popular role in Roma, Tavira has also been in several other television series and films, most of which are Hispanic. She made her television debut playing... read full bio
Wes James, better known as Le Youth is an electronic DJ who focuses on dance music. His sound is said to be R&B and 90’s house music with a mixture of European flair and breezy California vibes. Le Youth also had a monthly radio show titled Le Youth’s Friday Night House Party, which was featured on Capital Xtra. Le Youth... read full bio
Ripe is an alternative indie band from Pennsylvania. They incorporate instruments like the glockenspiel, violin, organ, and steel guitar into their music. Inspired by artists like Sublime, Rusted Root, and Kings of Leon, Ripe creates a unique spin on indie music. Their roots-like, diverse sound appeals to audiences across the world. They all got their start when they met at... read full bio
Lotta Lindgren, better known as Léon, is a Swedish singer and songwriter. With a background in music starting at a young age, Léon started her career as the front of a hip-hop and soul group. Her solo career took off, working with producing partner Agrin Rahmani. Amy Winehouse, Janis Joplin, Beyoncé, Sam Cooke, and other inspirational artists inspire Léon. She... read full bio
Sigrid Solbakk Raabe, known professionally as Sigrid, is a pop singer and songwriter from Norway. Born into a musical family, stardom was in her blood. From an early age Sigrid was taught to play piano by her grandmother and guitar by her brother. Sigrid also had a lengthy dance career studying different styles of dance. After stints of playing in... read full bio
Daniela Niederer is a South African-Swiss DJ and producer who goes by the stage name, Nora En Pure. She specializes in deep house and indie style dance music. Niederer has been able to set herself apart from mainstream music by creating her own raw style, which is influenced by her South African roots. Her music incorporates tribal percussion and melodies... read full bio
Grace Vanderwaal is an American singer-songwriter. She got her start in music when she made a Youtube channel where she posted videos of her singing and doing covers where she often accompanies herself on the ukulele. Vanderwaal then started performing at open mic nights in New York and eventually went on to the television series ‘America’s Got Talent’. She sang... read full bio
"Beth Ditto, or Mary Beth Patterson, is best known for her work with alternative rock band, Gossip. After her career with Gossip, Beth Ditto decided to pursue her solo career. Her vocals have been compared to the likes of Janis Joplin and Tina Turner. Apart from her singing career, Beth Ditto is also an advocate for the LGBTQ community and... read full bio
"Eugenio Derbez is unquestionably one of Mexico’s best-known actors, the most recognized actor among the Spanish-speaking population in the United States, and most importantly, one of the most influential actors in Latin America. An impressive ability to transform into any character he creates or impersonates and a continuous innovative comedic style has led him to the top of popularity polls... read full bio
Annette Jones, (known as Leslie Jones), is an American comedian and actress. She is most famous as a cast member and writer from Saturday Night Live. Since joining SNL, Jones has made in movies such as the remake of ‘Ghostbusters’, ‘Trainwreck’, ‘Masterminds’, and ‘Sing’. Jones has also done work on a list of television series that include, ‘The Blacklist’, ‘Kevin... read full bio
Straight out of Los Angeles, Erick Orrosquieta is an American DJ and producer who goes by the stage name Deorro. He began his career by playing local gigs at just 14 years old and by the time he was 17 he was already producing his own tracks. His sound is a unique blend of progressive, Dutch, and house elements. Deorro... read full bio
The Magnetic Fields are an indie pop band made up of musicians Stephin Merritt, Claudia Gonson, Sam Davol, John Woo, and Shirley Simms. Merritt is the main songwriter, producer, and vocalist for the group and they are essentially a vehicle for his songwriting. He is known for combining electronic and acoustic instruments effortlessly. So far the band has released 11... read full bio
"Leonardo Aguilar is a Mexican artist whose grandparents are two Mexican legends, Antonio Aguilar, and Flor Silvestre. His father is also Pepe Aguilar, their family are known are the ‘Aguilar Dynasty’. Given how popular his family is, Aguilar gained so much knowledge and love of music since he was born, it was only natural that he was born to shine... read full bio
"Grupo Bronco is a Northern Mexican cumbia band that consists of José Guadalupe Esparza, Ramiro Delgado, Jose Adan Esparza, Rene Guadalupe Esparza Bajo, and Javier Cantú. The group wanted to make a band that has Norteño tradition, (which consists of polka and corridos), but making it more modern with keyboards, costumes, and more of a melodic pop sound. Some of... read full bio
Ella Mai is a talented RnB singer-songwriter from London, who has captured the hearts of many with her soulful and melodic voice. Ella got her start in the music industry as part of a trio on the X Factor, however after the group disbanded, she went on to pursue a successful solo career. Her unique sound is influenced by artists... read full bio
Rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer Navraj Singh Goraya, better known by his stage name Nav, hails from Canada. In 2015, he launched his career as a producer, working with fellow Canadian rapper Drake on the song "Back to Back." After his song "Myself" went viral in 2016, he then came to the public's attention. Amir "Cash" Esmailian and Wassim... read full bio
Maria Kelly, better known as Rico Nasty, is a rapper from New York City. Her sound is influenced by trap and hip-hop. She has coined her own brand of rap, “sugar trap,” and holds true to the brand. Rico Nasty displays her eclectic style through her music, photography, and more. Not only does Rico Nasty have a stake in the... read full bio
Alfonso Cuaron is a Mexican film director, screenwriter, producer, and editor. Some of his best known films include: A Little Princess, Y Tu Mama Tambien, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Children of Men, and Gravity. His work on Gravity earned him an Oscar for Best Directing, making him the first Mexican director to win that award. Hes received... read full bio
Allan Golston is the president of the United States Program at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. His job is to lead the foundations efforts for education opportunity and student achievement. He wants to make sure that all students whom are of low-income, and students of color receive a high-quality education that helps them into careers and succeed in college.... read full bio
