Lisa O'Neill, from Ballyhaise, County Cavan, Ireland, has achieved her goal when she got to sing her rendition of Bob Dylan's "All the Tired Horses" at the conclusion of the final episode of the final series of Peaky Blinders. It is a rich and uncommon reward for a singer and songwriter to perform a song by one of their own heroes... read full bio
Liraz Charhi is a singer, composer and actress who has dazzled audiences both on stage and in front of the camera. Liraz's most innovative musical endeavor blends contemporary beats and sounds with the regional flavors of her Persian heritage. At the height of the Iranian Revolution in the 1970s, Liraz's family left Iran for Israel. Liraz was raised in an Israeli Persian... read full bio
For the next generation, trumpeter, producer and composer Matthew Halsall is reimagining spiritual jazz. With his sinuous, infinite fusion of jazz and deeply contemplative influences that are in sync with the natural world, he has established himself as a key voice in UK music over the course of nine albums, several honors, and his taste-making label, Gondwana Records. His contemplative and... read full bio
In the early 1980s, while other kids were playing war with G.I. Joe action figures, Detroit native Marcellus "Malik" Pittman was cranking up his radio and listening to jazz performances by Rosetta Hines, "the Wizzard," and "Electrifying Mojo." Malik started working as a DJ for college parties, wedding receptions, and "old school parties" in the early 1990s. Malik collaborated with... read full bio
Jackyl is an American rock and roll band. Jackyl’s sound has been described as a combination of hard rock, heavy metal and Southern rock. Their music has also sometimes been categorized as glam metal. The band is probably best-known for its song “The Lumberjack”, which features a chainsaw solo by lead singer Jesse James Dupree. Dupree would rev the chainsaw’s... read full bio
With his dynamic performances and skill as a songwriter, Alfie Jukes, a rising star in the worlds of social media and music, has established himself as an engaging presence. Alfie, a well-known TikTok star, has won over 800,000 fans on his hialfiejukes account with his captivating performance videos and dynamic musical abilities. Alfie's ascent to fame started in 2020 with the... read full bio
Puerto Rican salsa singer Jerry Rivera, a Grammy-nominated multi-platinum musician, has been making music since he was a young adult. The son of singers Edwin "Pino" and Domingo Rivera, he was born in Huamco, Puerto Rico. At numerous events, he started singing with his parents, and at his parents' concerts, he was given brief solo opportunities. When Jerry was 14... read full bio
Total Science's Jason Greenhalgh (Q Project) and Paul Smith (Spinback) have been at the forefront of the electronic music counterculture from its start. Although Greenhalgh launched his career with his song "Freestyle Fanatic," and despite their initial meeting in Oxford, it wasn't until the release of Greenhalgh's "Champion Sound" on the Legend imprint that Greenhalgh and Smith started to distinguish themselves... read full bio
Worldwide explorers of music The Turbans bring together music from "many places," electrifying audiences with the Eastern Mediterranean bacchanalian mood. They produce innovative music for the twenty-first century that is influenced by old melodies, drawing on the rich cultural history of both the Levantine and Balkan regions. The interstellar live show, which is sonically enormous and visually arresting, embodies the skill,... read full bio
Since he began making waves more than 20 years ago, SP:MC has established himself as one of the most well-known and active MCs on the scene. When the renowned MC GQ heard one of his early mixtapes [with Jubei] and made them residents at his Emcee Sessions event at Digwalls in Camden, he suddenly became well-known. After extensive traveling with... read full bio
Anna-Catherine Hartley, a fashion icon and artist based in Los Angeles, is the creator of Uffie. She was previously signed to Ed Banger Records, where she made friends with illustrious producers of the French electronic music scene in the early 2000s. Her career has been filled with several accomplishments, including the viral hit song "Pop The Glock," which was first... read full bio
The London-based Trojan Sound System, a renowned group featuring vocalists Supa4 Creation, Chucky Bantan and Jah Buck, are a mainstay of the Sound System scene. Representing the most influential reggae and ska record company in history, they tirelessly tour the world. The past ten years have seen Trojan Sound System use the power of ska, rocksteady, roots reggae, dub, dancehall and UK bass... read full bio
The roots rockers Hackensaw Boys make a spectacular comeback with their next self-titled album. The group, which is renowned for its upbeat live performances, has been working as a type of musical collective for more than 20 years, establishing a songline that spans every branch of American roots music. They have performed at festivals all over the world, shared stages... read full bio
A multi-horn, multi-drummer and multi-singer brass funk beast from Niagara, Ontario is called My Son The Hurricane. The 12-piece brass-dance group has performed at some of the major events in the US, Canada and Europe. There is no live show like My Son The Hurricane, as evidenced by the over 45 sold-out performances. We defy you not to dance while the band... read full bio
Snakes of Russia, who have their roots in the center of New York City and were raised in the colorful tapestry of New Jersey, have spent the last 20 years sculpting their musical journey within the diverse landscapes of Los Angeles. The rhythmic fascination of drums was the opening note in a symphony of lifetime musical discovery, with a beat... read full bio
Creeping Jean, a six-piece band from Brighton, gives the retro sound of the 1960s and 1970s a contemporary spin. Their massive Indie-Rock songs pierce through the fuzz receiving continuous support from several stations, including Planet Radio, BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 6 Music, Playlisting on Radio X and Kerrang. Their tracks "Warm & Fuzzy," "Whispers" and "Angel Breath" demonstrate how they... read full bio
Giuda is a five-piece band from Rome that plays an air-punching blend of anthemic '70s rock songs combined with the brutal intensity of early UK punk, all translated in a current and creative style with relevance for today's discriminating listener. Giuda's tale is intrinsically linked to that of Taxi, the pioneering punk music group from Rome. Lead guitarist Lorenzo, bassist (then drummer)... read full bio
Gia Ford is one of the few contemporary artists who actually succeeds in capturing a feeling of the lyrical drama of ordinary life. Ford, a rising singer from Sheffield, has signed with the label Chrysalis, once known for Blondie, and she performed Valentine's Day at Camden's renowned Jazz Café for the charity Choose Love. Ford is a musical magpie, as are all great... read full bio
Humanity's Last Breath, a Swedish death metal band, takes pleasure in composing severe death metal but isn't hesitant to use more technical aspects. Buster Odeholm, a guitarist, producer, composer and engineer, brought together Marcus Rosell on drums, Filip Danielsson on vocals, and Johan Aldgrd on guitar to form the band. They replaced Aldgrd with guitarist, producer and engineer Calle Thomer for their... read full bio
Fort Hope wants to be a force for good, if their name doesn't make that plain. They desire for their music to be a potent force for good. And sure, they do want to give everyone who hears them reason for optimism. Since they were founded, it has been their goal. The now London-based quartet — Jonathan Gaskin (vocals, guitar... read full bio
