One of the last and most popular in a long line of traditional male vocalists who emerged before the rock-dominated 1960s, Johnny Mathis concentrated on romantic readings of jazz and pop standards for the adult contemporary audience of the '60s and '70s. Though he debuted with a flurry of singles-chart activity, Mathis later made it big in the album market,... read full bio
Paul Anka was unique among late-'50s teen idols in that he was also a successful songwriter. After his string of early hits Paul Anka concentrated on composing film scores and writing and performing more adult-oriented works. His first success “Diana” was a #1 hit. Throughout his career, Paul Anka composed many of his hits, including “You Are My Destiny”, “Crazy... read full bio
REO Speedwagon is a legendary American rock band that has been entertaining audiences for over 45 years. With a career spanning several decades, the band has recorded 17 critically acclaimed albums and sold over 40 million records worldwide. They have 13 Top 40 hit singles to their name, including two Billboard #1s, with classics such as "Keep On Lovin' You",... read full bio
American singer, guitarist, and actress Joan Jett is also a record producer and has worked in the music industry. Jett is best recognized for her work as the frontwoman of her band Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, as well as for her earlier work in creating and performing with the Runaways, who are best known for their recording and release... read full bio
Kesha is one of the most actively popular musicians working today. She has an endless supply of creativity and is truly one of a kind. Kesha began her career in the music industry in a manner that is typical of the majority of the great acts in the annals of music: she provided background vocals and wrote songs for other... read full bio
The most versatile of Motown's vocal groups, and one of the most successful soul acts of the '60s, The Temptations epitomized classic soul at its most urbane and graceful. Stop-on-a-dime choreography and classy elegance made the group a hit on stage; in the studio, their harmonies benefited from Motown's best songwriters and producers. The presence of several talented lead vocalists... read full bio
The Disco Biscuits are emerging from the underground in Philadelphia. The Disco Biscuits represent new music. They draw from the past - classical, jazz, rock, and techno, and mix it together with a vision. The Disco Biscuits are looking to advance music to where it will be tomorrow and the next day. They have as many different jams as they... read full bio
Ciara made her breakthrough with the smash song "Goodies," which reached number one in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. She is known for the delicate, breathy vocal quality that she brings to her performances. Her first album, which bore the same name, was such a hit that it went on to sell over 5 million copies all... read full bio
Lee Brice is an American country music artist. Brice has released 12 singles to country radio, four of which have charted on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts. His highest-charting single is “A Woman Like You”, reached No. 1. He also had Billboard's Top Country Song with “Love Like Crazy”, the title track to his debut album; the song spent... read full bio
Simple Minds is a Scottish rock band that rose to prominence in the mid-1980s and early 1990s with their critically acclaimed albums. The band hails from the South Side of Glasgow and has produced a string of successful hit singles, including the worldwide #1 hit "Don't You (Forget About Me)" from the soundtrack of the John Hughes movie The Breakfast... read full bio
Straight No Chaser is a professional a cappella group that formed at Indiana University. They made their debut at a 36-hour dance marathon and went on to perform at Wrigley Field, Navy Pier, and even opened for Lou Rawls. After performing for a few years they went on to continue as a collegiate group and after the original group reformed... read full bio
Anthony Hamilton is best known for “Freedom,” a track from the Django Unchained soundtrack, co-wrote and performed with indie singer Elayna Boynton. Despite this recent spike in fame, Hamilton has been on the R&B radar for years. Hamilton sang the chorus on the Nappy Roots Grammy nominated single “Po’ Folks.” He ultimately collaborated with Nappy Roots on several songs on... read full bio
Rapper Yo Gotti is also the President and CEO of record label Collective Music Group. The label's first official release was Yo Gotti's sixth studio album I Am. This Memphis-based artist has been running the Southern underground scene with an iron fist. Every one of Yo Gotti's most recent four albums have emerged on three Billboard charts: Billboard 200, Top... read full bio
"ScHoolboy Q is an American hip hop recording artist from South Central Los Angeles, California. In 2009, he signed to Carson-based independent record label Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE) and in late 2011, secured a recording contract with major label Interscope Records. Hanley is also a member of West Coast hip hop group Black Hippy, alongside his label-mates and fellow California-based... read full bio
Nile Rodgers is a well-known record producer, songwriter, and ex-Black Panther Party member. He is acknowledged as one of the all-time most sought-after producers and the most sampled musician worldwide. Over the course of his four-decade career, Rodgers has created hit albums for well-known performers like Madonna, Diana Ross, and Duran Duran. Rodgers' passion for music inspired him to pursue many... read full bio
The Tenderloins are the creators, executive producers, writers and stars of truTV’s hit show, Impractical Jokers, now in its 5th season. They consistently tour nationwide, currently on the truTV Presents The Impractical Jokers: ""Santiago Sent Us"" Tour, a mix of stand-up, never-before-seen hidden camera videos, stories and insight. In addition, the guys are starring another series for truTV, titled Jokers... read full bio
Scottish singer-songwriter Emily Sandé rose to fame when she collaborated with rapper Chipmunk on the song “Diamond Rings”, which emerged within the top 10 on the UK Singles Chart. The following year, she was featured on another top ten hit- rapper Wiley’s “Never Be Your Woman”. Sandé has three number one singles across the UK and Ireland: “Read All About... read full bio
American actress and singer-songwriter Victoria Loren Kelly, better known by her stage name Tori Kelly, first rose to prominence as a teen thanks to her YouTube videos. Kelly, who was born in California on December 14, 1992, reached Hollywood Week in 2010's eighth season of American Idol. Then, in 2012, she independently published Handmade Songs by Tori Kelly, her self-produced... read full bio
PARTYNEXTYDOOR is a singer-songwriter and producer from Mississauga, Ontario, signed to Drake’s OVO Sound. His self-titled, critically acclaimed mixtape was led by the singles “Over Here” and “Break From Toronto.” PARTYNEXTDOOR opened up for Drake on his “Would You Like A Tour” concert, alongside Future and Miguel. PARTYNEXTDOOR 2, his second mixtape, was led by “Recognize,” featuring Drake. He joined... read full bio
A Day to Remember, also known as ADTR, is an American rock band that consists of members Jeremy McKinnon, Neil Westfall, Joshua Woodard, Alex Shelnutt, and Kevin Skaff. Their sound is a mixture of pop punk, metal core, and alternative rock. Their most popular songs include, “I’m Made of Wax, Larry, What Are You Made Of”, “The Downfall of Us... read full bio
