The site Awesome Tapes From Africa by Brian Shimkovitz has been highlighting unique and fascinating sounds from all around the continent. As a DJ, he brings the blog to life with sets of two to three hours that mix hip-hop bangers, left-field dancefloor treasures and folkloric music. Awesome Tapes DJ performances honor the music and artists whose tapes Shimkovitz has amassed... read full bio
Acclaimed as the queen of Japanese hip-hop, Awich embodies everything that makes the genre so essential to culture. Over the course of her boundary-pushing career, the Okinawan-born artist has struck a balance between cutting-edge musicianship and forward-thinking storytelling, a fierce devotion to her homeland and heritage—a Japanese prefecture whose troubled history and near-mystical beauty have served as an endless source... read full bio
Awkward Moments is a collaborative performance art project with sound at its center that use a variety of mediums to examine the psychological, philosophical and metaphysical ramifications of a lifespan and its perpetual recurrence. Awkward Moments, which explores the relationship between sound, space and scenography, was inspired by the idea of "Expanded Cinema," a term coined by American experimental filmmaker Stan Vanderbeek to... read full bio
AWOLNATION is an American electronic rock band, formed and fronted by Aaron Bruno, formerly of the groups Under the Influence of Giants, Hometown Hero, and Insurgence. AWOLNation began after Bruno was approached by Red Bull Records, asking if he wanted free use of the Red Bull recording studio in Los Angeles, CA. He recorded a few songs in the studio... read full bio
This Chicago-based rock & roll group has a devoted national fan base because to its scorching horns, earthy rhythms, and shimmering guitar onslaught. The instant the lifelong friends hit the stage, their friendship and musicality shine through. The six-piece group, which features Axel Ellis on vocals and guitars, is led by guitarist Sal Defilippis, bassist Hunter Olshefke, drummer Nick Deputy, trumpeter... read full bio
Axel Blake is a rising star in the comedy industry. He is renowned for his distinct brand of observational humor, which takes on a variety of subjects with a quick wit and contagious enthusiasm. Axel, who was born and raised in London, England, began his entertainment career as a DJ and host at neighborhood clubs and events before switching to... read full bio
Alexander Joyce, better known as his stage name, Axel Boy, is a British DJ from Bristol, UK. He is known for being a genre-bending artist who has released records through companies such as Buygore Records, Never Say Die, Elysian Records, MA Music and more. Axel has nearly 500,000 monthly listeners on Spotify and some of his most popular songs include,... read full bio
Axel Thesleff is an electronic musician and producer who is currently based out of Helsinki, Finland. He is known for mixing in heavy bass into his music and also has a future style to his music. Thesleff is a pro in making his music diverse; he can have one song that makes you want to party, and then switches it... read full bio
Axwell is a DJ, remixer, record producer, and record label owner from Sweden. He is part of a three-person group dubbed the Swedish House Mafia along with Sebastian Ingrosso and Steve Angello. He has placed 12th on the DJ Magazine Top 100 DJ Poll. By anyone’s standards, Axwell is a giant of modern-day dance music. Axwell’s Midas-like touch – along... read full bio
Aya Nakamura is a Malian-born French pop singer who is best known for her hit single “Djadja” that has gained nearly 500 million views on YouTube, has peaked at number 1 on the French charts. Nakamura was born in Bamako and immigrated to France where she grew up in Aulnay-sous-Bois. Nakamura went on to study fashion at La Courneuve before... read full bio
Ayah Marar is a Jordanian singer-songwriter, performer, radio show host and label owner. She has featured as a vocalist and/or writer on music from many UK artists including Calvin Harris, DJ Fresh, Camo & Krooked, Bassline Smith, Dilemn and Jack Penate. Marar receives heavy support from Kiss FM, Ministry of Sound radio and BBC Radio 1Xtra, appearing on the latter... read full bio
Samantha Ayanis Miller (who works professionally as just Ayanis) is a Texas-raise singer and dancer. She got her start singing in church and participating in beauty pageants. At a young age, the entertainment bug bit her and she made sure to make that her path in life. At the age of nine, she told her family that it was happening... read full bio
Ayanna Witter-Johnson is a singer-songwriter, cellist, and composer from London, England. She is a performer of both classical and contemporary music, fusing a bit of hip-hop and reggae into her compositions. Ayanna, being a talented singer, often plays the cello while singing her soulful songs. This incredible multi-instrumentalism began when she was just four years old. It was around this... read full bio
Ayesha Madon's life has always revolved around performance in all its forms, from learning to play the drums and piano in her early teens to landing the lead in the popular Netflix series Heartbreak High to constructing a complete recording studio in the Sydney suburbs the day after filming Season 2. As she strives for humility and grit in... read full bio
Ayla Nereo is a electronic-folk singer-songwriter, poet, and producer from Nevada City, California. While growing up, Nereo was homeschooled until a teenager and during this time, she found her love for music. She would listen to artists such as Joni Mitchell, Cat Stevens, the Beatles, and classical music. She later went on to earn her degree from Stanford and then... read full bio
Currently residing in Los Angeles, Ayleen Valentine is an artist that writes and produces her own music. She incorporates aspects of rock, electronic, and singer-songwriter styles while adhering to her own distinct aural viewpoint, drawing inspiration from musicians such as Elliott Smith, Radiohead, and Imogen Heap. Her sensitive songwriting and genre-bending sound allow her songs to explore emotion. Ayleen's most... read full bio
Aynur is one of today's most prominent Kurdish vocalists. Her powerful voice and outstanding musical narration convey her cultural roots as a worldwide genre. Her distinct voice combines traditional Kurdish folk music with the modern sensibilities of Western music. She is one of the best-selling performers in Kurdish folk music, and her recordings are hailed not just in Turkish but also... read full bio
Ayleo and Mateo Bowles, professionally known as, Ayo & Teo, are two dancers, artists, and brothers. They gained popularity after starting a YouTube channel where they danced and created music. Their first single Rolex became a hit. Since its release, it has gone RIAA two-time Platinum certification and peaked at number 7 on the US Rap Charts. They already have... read full bio
Ayo Edebiri is an American comedian, writer, producer, and actress, who rose to fame through Comedy Central’s “Up Next.” Edebiri was born in Boston, Massachusetts, and was raised in a religious household. She found her love for comedy while in middle school in her drama class and went on to join her school’s improv club. Edebiri went on to earn... read full bio
Ayokay is an electronic music artist from Canada. Since his first release, Ayokay has accumulated over 15 million streams on Spotify. He has topped Spotify’s Viral Charts in Canada, along with the United States and Global 50 Chart. His tracks are filled with bubbly beats, reminiscent of summertime. Ayokay has collaborated with a variety of artists, and his close relationship... read full bio
