Zaila Avant-garde, an extraordinary American speller, basketball player, and juggler who was born on February 9, 2007, has accomplished remarkable exploits at an early age. Her abilities and accomplishments have received significant acclaim, especially for her ground-breaking victory at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in 2021. Zaila Avant-garde was born in Harvey, Louisiana, to Alma Heard and Jawara Spacetime, who gave... read full bio
Zainab Johnson is an American comedian and actress who rose to fame after being a semi-finalist on the television competition series “Last Comic Standing.” Johnson was born in Harlem, New York, and she later went on to earn her bachelor’s degree in mathematics. She originally wanted to be a teacher but instead moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career... read full bio
Zak David Zilesnick, popularly known as Zak Abel, is an accomplished English-Moroccan musician, singer, and songwriter. Born on March 1, 1995, in London, Zak grew up in Hendon with his mother, Rachel, and attended the Jewish state school Matilda Marks, and University College School, from where he graduated in 2013. Before embarking on his music career, Zak was an English Cadet... read full bio
When Zak Ebrahim when seven years old, his father assassinated Rabbi Meir Kahane, leader of the Jewish Defense League. Four years later, the men Zak looked up to and called Amu- Arabic for uncle- were convicted of detonating a van filled with 1,500 pounds of explosives in the sub level parking lot of the World Trade Centers North tower. His... read full bio
Zak is an American of first generation. Zak was only 1 years old when tragedy struck, and his father passed away. As a result of this, Zak resorted to magic as an escape from reality, and he discovered that it was something he could share with others. Today, Zak is a professional magician who takes his stage show on the... read full bio
Rising rap talent Zakhar is renowned for his distinctive sound and alluring lyricism. Zakhar, who is from the suburbs of Moscow, developed a passion for hip-hop and rap music as a child. In his early teens, he started writing and making music, polishing his craft and creating his unique sound. Genuine narrative and unadulterated emotion are hallmarks of Zakhar's music. His... read full bio
Zakia is a London-based writer, DJ, and broadcaster who is passionate about history, music, the arts, and mental health. She has produced and presented radio documentaries and podcasts on a variety of subjects, from Caribbean ancestral drumming to schizophrenia and intergenerational trauma to improvisation in the arts, for organizations such as Tate, BBC Radio 4, BBC World Service, and Boiler Room. In... read full bio
The Black Sabbath tribute band Zakk Sabbath, which consists of Zakk Wylde on guitar and vocals (Black Label Society, Pantera, etc.), Robert "Blasko" Nicholson on bass (Ozzy Osbourne, ex-Rob Zombie), and Joey Castillo on drums (ex-Danzig, ex-Queens Of The Stone Age), has announced their Tour Forever / Forever Tour. In between Wylde's numerous performances over the past five or so years,... read full bio
ZAND, also known as Zander Sweeney, is an alternative pop sensation whose distinctive sound and provocative lyrics have swept the music industry by storm. ZAND has attracted the interest of listeners and business experts alike with their self-described genre of "ugly pop," demonstrating their prowess as a vocalist, composer, and producer. Slut Money, Bald Bitch, and Freak were among the self-produced... read full bio
15-time world champion and two-time Ultimate Waterman Zane Schweitzer enjoys a busy and meaningful life. He's had the good fortune to compete and tour all around the world. Schweitzer began competing internationally at the young age of 11 and hasn't stopped since. By this point, he has traveled extensively over the world. His journals follow him around wherever he goes. Schweitzer... read full bio
Canadian electronic music performer Zanski hails from Ontario and is renowned for fusing heavy social commentary with pounding EDM beats. Although electronica music is frequently associated with happy occasions, Zanski's music offers a novel perspective on the genre by addressing weighty subjects like social anxiety and mental health. Upon Frigid Water, his most recent album, is a must-listen for anyone... read full bio
Zauntee is an up-and-coming Christian singer-songwriter from Tampa, Florida. Zauntee has been writing his own songs since he was around 10 years old and also broke into producing his own music as a teenager. After knowing he wanted to pursue a musical career, Zauntee went on to independently release his debut single, “God Taught Me,” which has gone on to... read full bio
ZAYN is a singer-songwriter who first gained popularity as a founding member of the wildly successful boy band One Direction. He started a successful solo career after leaving the group, demonstrating his skills as a solo performer and working with other musicians to produce chart-topping tunes. "Pillowtalk," ZAYN's first solo single, became an instant hit, peaking at number one in seven... read full bio
Zaza Pachulia is a professional basketball player, who was selected by the Orlando Magic in the NBA Draft. He has since played with the Milwaukee Bucks and Atlanta Hawks. When he joined the Milwaukee Bucks once again, he recorded 22 points and 21 rebounds in a game against the Nets, and his 21 rebounds included 18 offensive rebounds, which marked... read full bio
ZB Savoy’s sound is, while strongly singer/songwriter in nature, can at times lean towards country without abandoning a certain Southern California beachiness in its character. The boys were able to put together a 3 hour set, split between covers and originals, within the first few weeks of playing and jumped right into regular weekend gigs at Longboards, one of the... read full bio
Zealand Worship is a band created by veteran Christian musician Phil Joel who was previously a member of the Christian rock band Newsboys. Since 2015, Zealand Worship has been producing contemporary Christian worship rock music under the labels of Word and Curb Records. The ban consists of Phil, Ben Bugna, Ben Garrett, and Roger Angove. Phil was inspired after leaving... read full bio
Zebra's classic hits include Tell Me What You Want", "Who's Behind the Door", "Bears", "One More Chance", and "Lullaby". The trio consists of frontman Randy Jackson, bassist/keyboardist Felix Hanemann and drummer Guy Gelso. The release of their self titled album became the fastest selling debut record in Atlantic Records history, selling a remarkable 75,000 copies in the first week. The... read full bio
Born in Pakistan, ZEEMUFFIN (real name Zainab Hasnain) is a DJ and producer who was reared in New York. She began her musical career as a dancer and violist with classical training. ZEEMUFFIN is a musically varied crowd favorite DJ because of her approach to DJing, which has been greatly impacted by her Pakistani origin and the cosmopolitan composition of... read full bio
ZelooperZ is a Detroit rapper who has made a name for himself as a member of Bruiser Brigade, a collective that includes Danny Brown, Skywlkr, Chip$, Dopehead, Chavis Chandler, and TRPL BLK. He first caught the attention of the music world with a freestyle in a boxing ring, where he refused to let a clip-on mic mishap distract him from... read full bio
Zen Freeman, a British DJ, producer, and remixer who moved to Los Angeles in 2001, has established himself as the go-to DJ for some of the world's top publications and fashion giants, including Gucci, Prada, Vogue, Vanity Fair, Giorgio Armani, Chanel, and Tommy Hilfiger, after a lifetime of record spinning, knob turning, and passion pursuing and perfecting the lost art... read full bio
Zep is a drummer and with Zep & Friends, Zep is realizing a dream. He began by performing with his own band, the "Funkanizers," using a kid's drum set. He learned that being a musician and bandleader involves more than just performing live. He developed a useful network of musicians, vocalists, DJs, and producers by handling logistics, communication, planning, vision, and... read full bio
Zeph, a Manchester native who is swiftly garnering recognition for his distinctive style and captivating flows, is a rising star in the UK rap scene. Zeph has gathered millions of views and streams on websites like YouTube and Spotify despite only recently establishing his impact. His first EP, "Initiation," was a huge hit and demonstrated his ability to switch between... read full bio
In the realm of music, Zero 9:36 is a force to be reckoned with. The native of Philadelphia, whose real name is Matthew Cullen, has been causing a stir with his jarring, hard-hitting compositions and partnerships with a wide variety of musicians. In 2020, he released his debut EP, You Will Not Be Saved, which amassed over 25 million streams... read full bio
Zheani Sparks is an Australian model, actor, and rapper who goes by Zheani. Queensland is where she was born. She claims that she has always desired to engage in the arts and that she was the first member of her family to attend college. She regrettably dropped out due to her upbringing and upbringing. Although her upbringing prevented her from... read full bio
Zia Victoria has spent more than half her life creating music. The native New Yorker hardly recalls a period when she wasn't singing, beginning when she was a little child. Writing songs has been a method for Zia to connect with herself while traversing the turbulent world of adolescence as a varied writer whose music varies from hooky alt-rock to... read full bio
Ziauddin Yousafzai has committed his life to advancing education and fighting for children's rights. He is a renowned educator, human rights activist, and social activist. Ziauddin, who was born and reared in Pakistan's Swat Valley, heroically resisted the Taliban's attempts to close schools despite great personal risk and severe political violence. Despite all the challenges, he managed to keep his... read full bio
ZieZie is an up-and-coming multi-genre singer-songwriter who rose to fame with the release of his single “Mingle,” which he released through YouTube. ZieZie is from Croydon, England, and he began singing after joining his school’s choir when he was only 11 years old. This led him to begin releasing music through SoundCloud but wasn’t finding fame through the musical platform.... read full bio
Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers is a reggae family group of Jamaican descent. The band is compromised of the children of music legend Bob Marley, and was formed when they were in their pre-teens. They started the group at the request of their late father, Bob Marley, who composed their first song, “Children Playing in the Streets” four years... read full bio
Isabelle Zikai Gbotto Carlsson, better known as her stage name Zikai, is a Swedish singer-songwriter who rose to fame at only 15 years old after she was discovered by producer Mack Beats. This led her to begin writing and performing for various artists in Sweden which included Silvana Imam, Michael Dida and Cherrie. She then began performing under the name... read full bio
Zilo is an up-and-coming RnB singer-songwriter from London, England, who has a fond love of poetry, writing and painting which has bled into her music. Zilo began her musical career with the release of her debut single “Know That I Want You.” The following year, Zilo released her debut studio album, “The Nature of the Beast.” Since then, Zilo has... read full bio
Philadelphia-based guitarist and vocalist Zinadelphia performs music and w ith her debut song, "Mirrorball," Zinadelphia blends parts of different genres that are greatly influenced by Neo-Soul, Jazz, Funk and Folk music. Zinadelphia has been quickly but significantly breaking into the music industry with a 7-piece band. Zinadelphia is eager to continue the musical adventure with other releases because of the overwhelming... read full bio
Zinedine Zidane is a French former professional football player who has played as attacking midfielder. Zidane is currently the manager of the La Liga club Real Madrid and he is known for being one of the greatest players of all time. Zidane was born in Marseille, France, and he began his career playing for youth clubs such as AS Foresta,... read full bio
Zion Williamson is an American professional basketball player who has played small forward and power forward positions for the New Orleans Pelicans of the NBA. Williamson was born in Salisbury, North Carolina and while growing up he played basketball as well as soccer and football. By the time he was 9, he started waking up at 5 a.m. every day... read full bio
Ziwe Fumudoh is an American comedian and writer who is best known for being the creator of the show “Baited with Ziwe,” a writer for the talk show “Desus and Mero,” and a co-host for the podcast Hysteria. Fumudoh is known for speaking on topics which include politics, race, and adulthood in a comic way. She began her comedy career... read full bio
Zlatan Ibrahimovic is a Swedish soccer player who plays as a striker for Serie A club A.C. Milan. He is known for being one of the greatest strikers of his generation and has won 31 trophies so far in his career. Zlatan was born in Malmo, Sweden, and began playing football at the age of six after earning his first... read full bio
Zoé is a five-piece Mexican band who won both the Grammy and the Latin Grammy for its catchy, psychedelic rock sound and catchy rock and pop tunes. They are considered as one of the most influential bands of the indie rock era. The band reached the pinnacle of the rock en español industry in the late 2000s and their first of... read full bio
Zoe Chao is an American actress and screenwriter from Providence, Rhode Island, who rose to fame after playing Isobel in the television series “Strangers.” Chao grew up in a family involved in the visual arts and she later earned her BA in art history from Brown University before going on to earn her MFA from University of California, San Diego.... read full bio
Zoe Koplowitz is a true inspiration. She is a marathon runner who suffers from multiple sclerosis and diabetes. Koplowitz uses her stories and struggles in her keynote presentations and novels. Even with her health complications Zoe has been able to complete a total of 25 New York Marathons. Although she has completed them all, she finished last in all 25.... read full bio
Zoe Margaret Colletti is a young up-and-coming actress who is best known for playing Tessie in the film “Annie”. Colletti made her acting debut playing Emma Wilson in the television movie “American Men”. Since then, she has played Sophie Young in series “Rubicon” and Benedetta in series “City on a Hill”. Some of her other television credits include, “Past Life”... read full bio
Zoey Luna is an up-and-coming transgender actress who was born in Lynwood, California, and was raised in Downey, California. While growing up, Luna would sing in school talent shows and would also act in school productions. Prior to acting on screen, Luna appeared in reality television series and movies which include “The T Word,” “Raising Zoey,” and “15: A Quinceanera... read full bio
Zonya Foco motivates audiences around the country about the benefits of smart nutrition. She is Americas Nutrition Leader, being the only Registered Dietitian and Certified Health and Fitness Instructor who has earned the Certified Speaking Professional designation. Foco began her nutritional studies at Eastern Michigan University. After receiving her bachelors degree, Zonya worked as a clinical nutritionist for eight years... read full bio
Zosia Mamet is an American actress and musician who is best known for playing Kelsey in the television series “Parenthood,” Shoshanna Shapiro in the television series “Girls,” and for playing Sasha in the film “The Kids Are All Right.” Mamet was born in Randolph, Vermont, and she is the daughter of David Mamet and Lindsay Crouse. While growing up, Mamet... read full bio
Zowie Bowie is a Las Vegas band and vocalist who performs some of the greatest, dance, pop, hip-hop and classic music as a headliner at Red Rock Resort and Casino. The band is led by Chris Phillips. Bowie has been voted the Best in Las Vegas for six years. Bowie has also been featured in outlets such as Las Vegas... read full bio
Zozibini Tunzi is a strong and adaptable speaker who initially became well-known across the country when she inspired young women to "take up space" in a memorable winning response to host Steve Harvey during the 2019 Miss Universe pageant. Tunzi, who is extremely passionate about music and the arts, worked for a multinational advertising agency before to becoming Miss Universe.... read full bio
Zuzu embodies what it means to be a millennial artist; she is a front woman who exudes confidence, as well as a songwriter, producer, director, actor and comic book illustrator. She also stars in and directs all of her videos, records a sizable portion of her music at her home studio in Liverpool and enjoys collecting vintage guitars. Her willingness to push the envelope... read full bio
Bluesy southern rock and dirty beats collide: Meet ZZ Ward, a singer/songwriter whose artistry spins on a luminous axis of voice and soul. Raised in Roseburg, Oregon where her father wrote songs and played harmonica in blues bands, it was old school masters like Big Mama Thornton and Muddy Waters from her parent’s vinyl collection that first intrigued Z. Her... read full bio
zzzahara is an American singer and songwriter who was born and raised in Highland Park, Los Angeles to Mexican and Filipino parents. They were a member of the duo The Simps with Eyedress at one point in their career. Against a frantic guitar jangle, their first track on Lex, they don't know was released in 2021. It examines a life that is suspended... read full bio
