Jon Secada, one of the most gifted artists of our time, is not only blessed with a soulful voice, but also with an artistry to create, write and produce music. His self-titled solo debut sold six million-plus copies worldwide and was certified triple Platinum in the U.S., where it reached No. 15 among Billboard Pop albums. He followed with the... read full bio
The differences between the four Neville Brothers are as dramatic as the similarities that unite them. The source of the similarities is passionate funk, a feeling for blues-soaked deep pocket grooves that is the basis of their greatness and exalted place in our cultural history. Singer and keyboardist Art is the oldest, the Founding Father. They call him Poppa Funk... read full bio
Aaron Tippin performed in local honky-tonks in the 1970s, and competed on TNN's You Can Be a Star talent contest, landing a song-publishing contract and moved to Music City. Always a focused and purposeful man, Aaron worked the midnight shift at a factory in Kentucky. During this time he continued to write songs. His dedication paid off when Charley Pride,... read full bio
Tom Papa is as witty as he is down-to-earth, as brilliant as he is normal. All of these dynamics contribute to a tangible accessibility that make Tom Papa performances so much fun to be at. He truly makes people want to be around him. While his comedy is both topical and self-deprecating, one of Tom's true talents... read full bio
If Chris Cagle were nothing more than a man who lives life at full-speed, taking corners on two wheels, he would still be one of country music's more interesting characters. There aren't many in the industry who can put passion and energy on stage or on record the way he can. But a man doesn't go gold with his first... read full bio
Following the paths of big band leaders like Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, and Duke Ellington, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's brassy, upbeat sound has been embraced both by older fans nostalgic for the music of their youth and by legions of younger fans enamored of the elegance and sophistication of the Big Band era. Big Bad Voodoo Daddy has performed at... read full bio
Robert Channing is a hypnotist and motivator who shows his audience how to increase their mental powers. Channing incorporates the power of focus and visualization to inspire his audience members and he can create a theme for whatever your business or purpose of his speech may be. Channing has been featured in outlets such as ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX and... read full bio
In the period since Bob Marley's passing, one group has continued to carry on his legacy and message. Year after year 'The Wailers', lead by Aston "Familyman" Barrett, have toured the globe playing their special brand of music for millions of fans. "Familyman" is the sole living musician who was with Bob Marley from the beginning of Marley's career to... read full bio
Ed Begley Jr. is an American actor and environmentalist known for his role as Dr. Victor Ehrlich on St. Elsewhere, for which he was nominated for an Emmy Award six consecutive times, and his hundreds stage, film, and TV appearances including Portlandia, The Office, The Simpsons, Pineapple Express, This Is Spinal Tap, Hot Rod, and more. However, Begley prefers to... read full bio
Peggy Fleming is an inspirational role model whose story will touch people from all walks of life. The Olympic skating legend is no stranger to adversity. Peggy Fleming faced perhaps her biggest challenge of all when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Peggy Fleming successfully battled the disease and has now become one of the foremost speakers on the... read full bio
For more than 40 years, The Lettermen have brought their well-known harmony to sold-out audiences around the world. The catalyst for their success for this entire period has been Tony Butala, who through the years has carefully crafted a group of artists with a pleasing sound recognized anywhere. The Lettermen have recorded 70 albums, including nine gold albums and more... read full bio
Lisa Ling is currently the host of This is Life with Lisa Ling on CNN. Previously, she served as the executive producer and host of Our America on OWN: the Oprah Winfrey Network. As the former field correspondent for The Oprah Winfrey Show and contributor to ABC News' Nightline and National Geographic's Explorer, Lisa Ling has reported from dozens of... read full bio
Craig Newmark is the founder of Craigslist, a web-based platform that has fundamentally changed classified advertising. Initially developed in Craig's San Francisco flat, Craigslist quickly grew from a simple bulletin posting site into the de facto online classified ad destination for people searching for anything and everything. From jobs to real estate to services and beyond, Craigslist continues to grow... read full bio
As a stand-up comedian/writer/producer, Carol Leifer is a bona fide trailblazer in the male-dominated world of comedy, and has paved a variety of paths in a field where not many female comedians have ventured. Carol began her career as a stand up comedian in such well know Manhattan comedy clubs as the Comic Strip, Catch a Rising Star and the... read full bio
Bobby Vinton is the man Billboard magazine called the all-time most successful love singer of the Rock Era, and who many know as The Polish Prince. As a headliner in Las Vegas and Atlantic City, Vinton has established himself as one of Americas top concert crooners and most versatile entertainers. Over the years his songs have become classics. Roses Are... read full bio
At first a familiar chord strikes everyone's attention, then comes a catchy chorus followed by a memorable solo or remarkable moment of improvisation. It's a position held by a troupe of true musical luminaries who through over four decades in show business have been loaded with more hits than members can count, record sales well into the multi-millions and more... read full bio
Millions of Americans remember Mike Eruzione as the captain of the United States Olympic Hockey Team that beat the odds to win the Gold Medal at the 1980 Olympics in Lake Placid. It was his decisive winning goal that beat the Soviet team and stunned the world, becoming known as the famous ""Miracle on Ice"" game. Following the team's triumph,... read full bio
Janeane Garofalo is an American stand-up comedian, actress, and writer. She gained attention after becoming a cast member on comedy television series such as “The Larry Sanders Show”, “Saturday Night Live” and “The Ben Stiller Show”. As a stand-up comedian, Garofalo has also done an HBO comedy half-hour special and has released a stand-up special entitled “If You Will”. As... read full bio
"Ronald Mandel ""Ronnie"" Lott is a former American football player who starred as a cornerback, free safety and strong safety in college football and the NFL. He is most well known for his hard hits on opposing players. A Pro Bowler at both cornerback and safety, Lott is widely considered one of the best defensive backs in NFL history. In his... read full bio
Michael Franks is a smooth jazz singer-songwriter from the United States, who has recorded with Who's Who of artists, such as Patti Austin, Brenda Russell, Art Garfunkel, and David Sanborn. His songs have been recorded by The Manhattan Transfer, Patti LaBelle, Carmen McRae, Diana Krall, Shirley Bassey and The Carpenters. After 22 years of smash hits and smooth jazz came... read full bio
