A pioneer in the music industry, Sean Healy established Sean Healy Presents (Webookbands.com) more than 25 years ago, growing it into one of the top independent concert promoters. He began his career in acting in Los Angeles before switching to booking bands, where he shown his ability for supporting unsigned acts and built a successful company. He organized more than... read full bio
Award-winning comedian, journalist, author, producer, actor and host of podcasts Eunice Elliott most recently served as the primary anchor on the morning program of the NBC affiliate in Birmingham, Alabama (WVTM-13), but she left the newsroom to utilize her voice and her original and creative outlook on life to uplift, inspire and amuse people. Eunice has maintained her popularity as a speaker, even... read full bio
For NBC Sports' coverage of horse racing, including the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, Triple Crown and Breeders' Cup World Championships, Hall of Fame jockey Jerry Bailey serves as a commentator. Bailey has covered two historic Triple Crown winners while working for NBC Sports in this position. During a 31-year riding career, Bailey, one of the greatest jockeys of all time, rode horses... read full bio
Wide receiver Marvin Jones, a veteran of the NFL, plays for the Detroit Lions. Jones played well for four years at the University of California before the Cincinnati Bengals selected him in the fifth round of the NFL Draft. Jones spent four seasons as a Bengals player. He played in 11 games as a rookie, including five starts, and finished with 18... read full bio
Jeremy Schaap has worked for ESPN since 1994 and is one of the network's most well-known and enduring characters. He presently presents Outside the Lines, ESPN's premier journalistic program, as well as E:60, the network's premier magazine show. For the first time in ESPN history, Schaap received the esteemed Robert F. Kennedy Award for reporting on social justice and human rights... read full bio
With her highly acclaimed sixth album, Pompeii, Cate Le Bon, a multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer and collaborator (with Wilco, Devendra Banhart, John Grant, H. Hawkline, Deerhunter, Courtney Barnett, Kurt Vile), created a work trapped in time. The songs had a feeling of being both immediate and of the time, but they also had a reactive, Dada-like emphasis on being silly, sardonic and surreal.... read full bio
Kula Shaker became one of the most well-known British bands of the early post-Brit-pop era by resurrecting the swirling, guitar-heavy sounds of late '60s psychedelia and mixing it with George Harrison's Indian spirituality and devotion. Kula Shaker introduced the overwhelming rush of Oasis to psychedelia, outperforming many of their predecessors in terms of musical skill and experimentation. The band's debut... read full bio
The Milwaukee Bucks' Robin Lopez plays center. Prior to entering the NBA Draft, Lopez played two seasons of collegiate basketball at Stanford University. The Phoenix Suns picked him with the 15th overall pick in the NBA Draft. Prior to joining the Suns, Lopez played for the New Orleans Hornets, Portland Trail Blazers, New York Knicks, Chicago Bulls, Milwaukee Bucks, Washington Wizards and... read full bio
For the Big Ten Network, Fox Sports and NBC, Robbie Hummel serves as a studio and in-game commentator for college basketball. He was a standout for the Purdue Boilermakers in college and a seasoned NBA player who helped the USA win the gold medal at the FIBA 33 World Cup. He also won the competition's MVP award and was later awarded... read full bio
Host, journalist, writer, producer and director Pierce Simpson became a mainstay under the Complex Networks banner as a result of his diverse skill set. With some of the biggest names in music, entertainment and sports, Pierce has been able to give engrossing interviews thanks to his presence, genuineness and attention to detail. From Mike Tyson and Megan Thee Stallion to Michael B. Jordan and... read full bio
An American post-hardcore band called Unwound is headquartered in Olympia, Washington. They were started by former members of the band Giant Henry, Justin Trosper (guitars and vocals), Vern Rumsey (bass) and Brandt Sandeno (drums). Sara Lund took over Unwound when Brandt Sandeno resigned. Throughout the 1990s, the band was closely linked to the Kill Rock Stars moniker. Unwound was a post-hardcore... read full bio
Eric Kendricks was a crucial part of UCLA's defense while he was a college football player there. He established a Bruins career high with 481 tackles in his senior year, which earned him the inaugural Butkus Award as college football's finest linebacker. He has remained a key member of the Minnesota Vikings' defense since being selected by them with the... read full bio
Gil Hanse, one of the most renowned golf course designers in the world, is responsible for the Black Course at Streamsong Resort, Pinehurst's #4, and The Olympic Golf Course for the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Hanse is renowned for his meticulous and environmentally conscious approach to course design. Hanse has made a commitment to restricting his initiatives ever... read full bio
Domantas Sabonis is a power forward for the Sacramento Kings and a three-time NBA All-Star. Sabonis began his professional career at Unicaja Málaga in Spain. He later relocated to the United States and began playing collegiate basketball for the Gonzaga Bulldogs, helping them reach the NCAA Tournament's Elite Eight and Sweet 16. Sabonis was selected by the Orlando Magic as the... read full bio
Jeanette Manfra is one of the most experienced cybersecurity professionals in the United States. She formerly worked as the Assistant Director for Cybersecurity for the Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Manfra is currently a global director of security and compliance at Google Cloud. Manfra has a strong track record of leadership. Manfra oversaw a diverse portfolio... read full bio
Imagination delivered the ideal pop tunes for a more adventurous and experimental era, from the first notes of the oozing soulful "Body Talk" through the dazzling and uplifting "Flashback" and "Just An Illusion." Leee John, the band's main vocalist and co-songwriter, cemented Imagination's status as crucial 80s crossover soul-dance hit-makers and influences for next generations of pop singers as he... read full bio
Together with their childhood buddy Chia-Chin (drummer), the siblings KT and Tell of Elephant Gym are a well-known alternative math rock trio. The Taiwanese three, who brought its groovy and trance from Taiwan to the globe, are one of the genre's most well-known bands. They are distinguished by powerful basslines and obvious jazz influences. They have received invitations to play... read full bio
Santiago, Chile is the place of birth of Felipe Gálvez. He edited numerous short films while attending the Universidad del Cine, where he received his degree. He oversaw five short movies. The two that stand out among them are De lo primitivo, a video performance that was displayed in art galleries and cultural institutions, and Silencio en la sala, a... read full bio
Language limitations are irrelevant to the dramatic and contagious alternative rock of Norwegian sextet Kaizers Orchestra. The band has amassed a passionate following throughout Europe and beyond and is a sell-out performance staple in Scandinavia. The band's eccentric, theoretically ambitious and triumphant music—a combination of Scandinavian and Eastern European folk traditions fueled by high-energy blues, indie, metal and rock—is universally resonant even... read full bio
A movie on Donnie Emerson's life made its world premieres at the Venice, Toronto and Zurich International Film Festivals and was released in theaters all throughout the country. The narrative of Emerson is, to put it mildly, unusual. It's been more than 40 years since he and his brother Joe, then teens, put out their debut record, "Dreamin' Wild." The family's incredible narrative... read full bio
