Yakov Smirnoff is American comedian, actor and writer. Born in Russia, Yakov moved to the United States and started his career as a stand-up comic. His act consisted of mocking life under consumerism and communism as a Russian immigrant. Yakov gained popularity at the world famous Comedy Store where he later became a top attraction. His career skyrocketed after landing... read full bio
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic is home to Yaisel LM, a rising star in the Latin music scene. Focusing on the Reggaeton subgenre, Yaisel LM presents a fresh perspective on the music by combining traditional Latin rhythms with modern elements. Yaisel LM is of Dominican descent, which explains why his music has a catchy energy and unforgettable hooks. He creates a sound... read full bio
Seattle-based cascadian elemental & alchemical electronic music duo YAIMA has been active for a while. Members Mas Higasa (guitar, flutes, handpan) and Pepper Proud (vocals), who create a precisely tuned container for their audience, weave a complex and calming musical journey, spanning soundscapes with a familiar yet ancient tune—a genuinely magical encounter. YAIMA's concerts have been praised for "taking the... read full bio
A song for an Apple commercial was chosen by Steve Jobs. Yael Naim's folk-pop song "New Soul" was humble and whimsical, more purposefully analog than technologically advanced. But basically, it was catchy and spread quickly over the world, from the northern and southern hemispheres to the eastern and western. It appeared on three Billboard charts in the United States alone: the... read full bio
Yael Deckelbaum is an activist and singer-songwriter who is Canadian and Israeli with a platinum award. She is regarded as one of the original members of the Israeli folk group Habanot Nechama, whose self-titled CD sold over 40,000 copies and went platinum in Israel. Yael has shared the stage with a number of notable performers, including Gregory Porter, Bobby McFerrin,... read full bio
"Yaeji is a Korean-American electronic music artist from Brooklyn, New York. She is making a name for herself in the electronic music world, blending up a mix of hip-hop, rap, and house music for audiences internationally. She also does a lot of mellow vocals in her music and sings in both English and Korean. Growing up Yaeji would do Djing... read full bio
The multilingual LGBTQ artist from Paris named YADAM has had a fascinating journey spanning nations and artistic undertakings. YADAM's musical journey began when he was a young boy, studying the violin. He was born in Venezuela, reared in the United States and eventually immigrated to France at the age of 18. However, his love for music was first sparked when he... read full bio
With roots in Southern California, Yachty by Nature has been providing top-notch live yacht rock performances from sea to shining sea since 2016. The best groovy soft yacht rock songs from the late 1970s and early 1980s are played by this sultry six-piece ensemble. We are a Yachtical Tribute to many of your favorite musicians like Christopher Cross, Toto, Michael McDonald, Hall... read full bio
Yachtley Crew is a band of talented musicians from the Los Angeles area with one goal in mind: to entertain music lovers, especially those who love the “yacht rock” sound of the late 70s and early 80s. Despite their very eccentric appearance (dressed like someone who would be the wealthy captain of a yacht), they take their sound incredibly serious... read full bio
The Yacht Rock Schooner throws the smoothest dance party on the high seas, taking you and your guests on a journey to a time when good-times music had heart and musical integrity. The 8-man Schooner specializes in the smooth sounds of the late '70s and early '80s. It's a party that spans generations, and the band is comprised of... read full bio
Yacht is a dance-pop band from Portland, Oregon. The band is comprised of members Jona Bechtolt, Claire L. Evans, and Rob Kieswetter. Yacht rose to fame after they were commissioned for performances at New York based art and technology platform Rhizome. They were later recruited to perform at the Museum of Modern Art’s P.S. 1 Contemporary Art Center. Their performances... read full bio
YA’BOYZ, the dynamic musical duo composed of Zach Kale and Joe Ragosta, are making waves in the entertainment industry with their unique sound and infectious energy. With Kale's talent for songwriting and Ragosta's experience fronting a punk rock band, they have combined their diverse backgrounds to create an all-new sound that is high-energy, quirky, and clever. Kale's songwriting abilities have earned... read full bio
Ari Starace, better known as his stage name Y2K, is an American up-and-coming hip-hop record producer. He is best known for his single “Lalala” that featured Canadian rapper bbno$. The single peaked at number 22 on the US Rap charts and has since gone on to earn RIAA certified Gold as well as ARIA and RMNZ certified Platinum. Some of... read full bio
Yall So Stupid is a hip-hop group from Atlanta, Georgia. The group consisted of underground rappers H2O, Unkle Buk, Sha Boogie, Spearhead X and Logic. The group worked their way up the Atlanta underground scene before being signed to Rowdy Records. The group released their debut album, Van Full of Pakistans, primarily produced by group member Spearhead X . The... read full bio
Xzibit is a performer also a platinum recording artist first and foremost, and also a superstar. X is the founder and West Coast Hip-Hop. Considered by many to be an underground classic rapper. With his vibrant personality, Hollywood often shows interest in the MC. His stint as the host of MTV’s overwhelmingly successful Pimp My Ride led to X... read full bio
Paige Duddy, better known as her stage name, XYLO, is an American singer-songwriter from Los Angeles, California. The band was originally a musical duo that consisted of Duddy and her brother, Chase Duddy. A few years after their formation, Chase left the band and since then, Paige has been pursuing a solo career under the same name. XYLO rose to... read full bio
Xscape, also known as XSCAP3, is an American female RnB group from Atlanta, Georgia, that consists of members Tameka “Tiny” Harris, LaTocha Scott, Tamika Scott, and Kandi Burruss. The group rose to fame after being discovered by Jermaine Dupri who signed them to his So So Def label. The group then went on to release their debut studio album, “Hummin’... read full bio
When Richie Lucov and Jake Bragonier discovered in one another a passion of precise sound design and fist-pumping bass anthems, the tranquil redwood forests of Santa Rosa, California had a harsh awakening. The artists at the rear of the room nod in agreement as the two-headed beast Xotix threads the needle of making the front row headbang. To that end,... read full bio
Xiuhtezcatl Martinez is an American hip-hop artist and environmental activist. He is also youth director of Earth Guardians, which is a worldwide conservation organization. He has been speaking on climate protection, fossil fuels, and the Indigenous communities since he was only six years old. He has even spoken at the United Nations numerous times and was one of the plaintiffs... read full bio
Xiu Xiu was born on a dance floor; entered the club by itself and left by itself. Jennifer Lopez, the first Xiu Xiu song, was recorded that evening. Every song in the album would always be about specific incidents in the band members' personal lives, the lives of those close to them, and the social and political issues that shape and... read full bio
