Mavis Staples is an American rhythm & blues and gospel singer that has one of the most recognizable voices in contemporary music. She began her singing career as the lead vocalist to her family’s gospel band, The Staple Singers. They hit fame with their song “Uncloudy Day”, which was a best seller. They also sang popular songs like “Long Walk... read full bio
Sisters Debbie, Kim, Joni, and Kathy Sledge - collectively Sister Sledge - began singing at an early age at the Williams Tempe C.M.E. church in their hometown of Philadelphia. Grandmother Viola Williams (a former opera singer) had the girls performing at charities, civic and political affairs and other philanthropic events under the name Mrs. William's Grandchildren. Since the 1979 release... read full bio
Mario Cantone is a stand-up comedian, writer and actor, with numerous appearances on Comedy Central, including Chappelle's Show. He also played Anthony Marentino on Sex and the City. His unique style is fast-paced and energetic, with much of the humor coming from his impersonations of various characters ranging from his family members, to celebrities, to stereotypes. He hosted a children's... read full bio
Haley Reinhart is best known for competing on the 10th season of American Idol. She finished the competition in third place and earned praise from celebrity judges such as Lady Gaga, Jimmy Page, Adam Lambert, Tom Hanks and Ellen DeGeneres. Although she did not win, Reinhart became a favorite amongst the viewers and her YouTube videos have generated more than... read full bio
Beyond their exceptional musicianship and stage presence, these guys write great pop songs. Zach and Cameron had been friends since middle school, but the makings of Allstar Weekend didnt begin until Nathan met Zach in high school; they saw in each other kindred musical spirits, and began a string of garage bands. Not long after, first Cameron, then Michael came... read full bio
Demetri Martin has become the premiere comedian in America. Martin specializes in deadpan one-liners and absurd observations. He incorporates music into his act, and is possibly best known for using markers and a giant paper tablet to create visual jokes. He makes sketches, analyzes and rearranges words to create humor. Acting as a correspondent, Martin taped segments and showcased his... read full bio
" Peter, Bjorn and John is a musical trio from Stockholm, Sweden. Made up of members Peter Moren on vocals, guitar, and harmonica; Bjorn Yttling on vocals, bass, and keyboards; and John Eriksson on drums, percussion, and vocals. The band is influenced by the sounds of classic ’60s baroque pop, power pop, and new wave. The band gained lots of... read full bio
Stephen Andrew Lynch is a stand-up comedian, musician and Tony Award-nominated actor who is known for his songs mocking daily life and popular cultures, as well as his raunchy comic lyrics. Lynch has released three studio albums and three live albums, along with a live DVD. He has appeared in two Comedy Central Presents specials and starred in the Broadway... read full bio
Staying busy is not a problem for Bill Bellamy, whose flourishing career encompasses the worlds of feature film, television, comedy and more. Bellamy had the unique opportunity of hosting MTV JAMZ, where he was able to cleverly blend an eclectic mix of street culture, locker room observations and a myriad of experiences, placing him well ahead of the new generation... read full bio
Larry Miller is an American comedian, actor, podcaster and columnist. Larry began his career with a memorable cameo in the film “Pretty Woman”, and has since gone on to entertain audiences with some of the most unforgettable roles in films and television shows such as; The Nutty Professor I & II, 10 Things I Hate About You, Bee Movie, Seinfeld,... read full bio
The group Next, debuted their album Rated Next and six short months later their song “Too Close” began to peak at No.1 spots on both Billboard’s Hot 100 and R&B Singles Chart. The band was composed of brothers Terry and Raphael Brown and close friend RL Huggar. The band formed because of the Brown’s family uncle who was a local... read full bio
Drive-By Truckers are an alternative country band which formed in Athens, Georgia, United States in 1996. Currently, the band consists of Patterson Hood, Mike Cooley, David Barbe, John Neff, Jay Gonzalez and Brad Morgan . Cooley and Hood are the only original members of the band remaining. Among the bands former members are Jason Isbell, who left the band in... read full bio
"Gomez is an English indie rock band. Their first album, Bring It On, won the Mercury Music Prize. The genesis of Gomez was the meeting of four friends from Southport. Guitarist and vocalist Ian Ball and drummer Olly Peacock had previously played together in a local heavy metal band called Severed. They joined with guitarist / vocalist / keyboardist Tom... read full bio
Thompson Square is an American country music duo that consists of husband and wife, Keifer Thompson and Shawna Thompson, both of which alternate as vocalists. The duo met during a singing competition in Nashville, Tennessee and worked as solo artists before coming together to form a duo. As Thompson Square, they have released three albums. Their self-titled debut album peaked... read full bio
The reigning merchant of Soul Jazz, Richard Elliot invites loyal fans and newcomers alike to celebrate 25 years since the release of his debut album Trolltown. Where’s the party Where else—In the Zone, a grooving, funked up, horn-splashed collection that finds the energized-as-ever tenor saxophonist paying homage to the pioneering instrumental artists of his formative years (‘70s-early ‘80s) whose brilliance... read full bio
Courtney Love has enjoyed critical acclaim and commercial success throughout the years. She formed the band Hole and worked as the guitarist, lyricist and vocalist. Her second album produced, Live Through This, was certified platinum receiving wide critical acclaim. The third album released, Celebrity Skin, was nominated for three Grammy awards. Ms. Love possesses a contralto vocal range. Her... read full bio
Brooklyn-born Lainie Kazan is an entertainer who has excelled as an actress and a singer. Long known as a sexy, sultry and outspoken nightclub chanteuse, Kazan switched gears several years ago and is now concentrating on acting. Today she moves easily from singing for sold out concert dates and showrooms to acting in roles for both the big screen and... read full bio
iLuminate first received national attention when competing on the sixth season of America’s Got Talent. iLuminate wowed audiences by performing dance routines in revolutionary light suits. iLuminate was founded by Columbia University graduate, Miral Kotb who also created the iLuminate software along with its signature light suits. iLuminate technology has been used by Grammy winning artists including Chris Brown, The... read full bio
Polo Urias is a norteno singer and bajo sexton player from Ojinago, Chihuahua Mexico. He was previously the lead vocalist for Los Rieleros del Norte, until he established his own band called Polo Urias y su Maquina Nortena. His band is very popular on regional Mexican radio in both the United States and Mexico. Urias’ biggest singles include Veinte Anos,... read full bio
If you ask Jana Kramer to describe her life in this very moment she would say, dreams really do come true. The singer/songwriter/actress has already had success with four songs that were featured on The CWs hit series One Tree Hill, where she played the firecracker actress, Alex Dupre. Jana is no stranger to the bright lights with her impressive... read full bio
