The Trials of Cato's astonishing climb to prominence on the UK folk scene has drawn a great deal of critical notice. With thumping rhythms and engrossing tales, they have been dubbed "the Sex Pistols of folk," paying clear tribute to the heritage while twisting ancient bones into something feverish and contemporary. The Trials of Cato, a band famously founded in Beirut,... read full bio
The Colorado-based crowd-pleaser Stillhouse Junkies have a peculiarly charming connection that lifts both the performers and the audience. Since its formation, the Durango-bred group has provided a mesmerizing and high-energy style of roots music that is based in the three members' natural interaction as musicians. Despite their recent success in the bluegrass community, which included earning the IBMA Momentum Band... read full bio
Sister Sadie is a wildfire, combining scorching bluegrass with breath-taking musical drive and superb vocals. The diverse abilities of each individual woman in the lineup have been merged by Sister Sadie to produce something that is far greater than the sum of its parts. They have a distinct sound all their own. It's obviously traditional, fast-paced bluegrass, but it's also... read full bio
Never Come Down is a five-piece band from Portland made up of Joe Suskind on guitar, Crystal Lariza on vocals, Brian Alley on banjo, Kaden Hurst on mandolin and Ben Ticknor on bass. They blend contemporary and traditional American music traditions. Their attention to creative composition and dramatic arrangements showcases their refined technical abilities and dedication to mutual listening. That same year,... read full bio
Brothers Jens and Uwe Kruger were born and reared in Europe, where they began their musical training at a very young age. They were exposed to a broad variety of musical influences as a result of growing up in a home where music was valued highly. By the time the brothers were eleven and twelve years old, they were frequently... read full bio
The Grammy Award-winning band the Infamous Stringdusters, who first gained national attention by winning three IBMA awards, including Album and Song of the Year, are noted for their inventive fiddle playing, emotive singing and soul-searching songwriting. Jeremy Garrett is known for these talents. Since that time, the ensemble has represented progressive bluegrass on a global scale. When not performing with the Dusters,... read full bio
The henhouse prowlers have carved out their own route through music and the world since their start. While the band manages to portray their collective life experiences via songs and complex instrumentation on record, their captivating live performances on stage convey to listeners how much they enjoy what they do. The Prowlers' music undoubtedly has bluegrass as its base, yet... read full bio
Scream is a Washington, DC-based American hardcore punk band that emerged at the forefront of the city's hardcore explosion. Pete Stahl on vocals, Franz Stahl on guitar, Enoch "Skeeter" Thompson on bass and Kent Stacks on drums make up the original lineup of this band, which is renowned for its explosive live performances that are an intense blend of punk and... read full bio
Best known as a member of the alternative rock band Lush and presently a member of Piroshka, Miki Berenyi is a singer, songwriter and guitarist. Berenyi made an appearance on The Rentals' album Seven More Minutes after Lush broke up. She also provided vocals for Robin Guthrie's remix of a Flat 7 song (who also produced early Lush music) and made... read full bio
Mall Grab, a.k.a. Jordon Alexander, doesn't cut corners. The Australian's transformation over the past six years from an exhilarating newcomer to a dominant force has been difficult to ignore. Jordon has a never-ending supply of club weaponry and he now transmits a more mature sound through his Looking For Trouble record label and (always sold-out) parties. Never one to stop, Jordon keeps... read full bio
The eminent sociologist Rashawn Ray is known for making substantial contributions to the study of sociology and public policy. At the University of Maryland, where he holds the prestigious position of Sociology Professor, he conveys knowledge and molds the minds of aspiring academics. In addition, Ray holds the position of Senior Fellow at the prestigious Brookings Institution, where he conducts... read full bio
As the current CEO of The Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc., Patsy Doerr is a well-known leader and supporter of social change, diversity, and women's emancipation. Patsy has had a tremendous career spanning several industries, and she has continually shown her dedication to fostering positive influence and encouraging volunteerism. Patsy has championed the advancement of women and girls throughout her... read full bio
She launched "Kamisori Otome" as her first album, and since then has released 6 further solo albums. She has traveled extensively, playing all across Japan and the world with her voice and classical guitar. She hasn't just limited herself to the music industry; she has also developed her skills further by taking on narrating, commercial, theater and installation art jobs. Her... read full bio
A renowned psychologist and academic, Dr. Todd Kashdan is well-known for his knowledge in the areas of positive psychology and wellbeing. He has devoted his professional life to learning about and imparting the complexities of human behavior and emotions as a Professor of Psychology at George Mason University. Understanding the intricacies of wellbeing, happiness, and ideal functioning in people and societies... read full bio
Samora Pinderhughes is a multidisciplinary artist who works as a composer, pianist, vocalist, filmmaker and performer. He is renowned for his excellent musicianship as well as his lyrical precision and extreme honesty. In the tradition of the black surrealists from the African Diaspora, who bent word, sound and image towards the goals of revolution, he is also recognized for utilizing his music... read full bio
Medina Jett is a renowned lawyer, a successful former CEO of a Fortune 100 company, and a committed diversity and equity strategist. She has established herself as a strong proponent for developing inclusive and equitable workplaces thanks to a varied and prosperous career spanning many industries. Medina Jett has established a strong professional reputation for her legal knowledge and dedication to... read full bio
An influential figure in the music and technological industries, Trevor McFedries, formerly known as Yung Skeeter, is a multi-talented musician, DJ, producer, and filmmaker. He was born on November 27, 1985, and has worked with a who's who of well-known musicians, including Ke$ha, Azealia Banks, Chris Brown, Katy Perry, and Steve Aoki. His contributions have given him the chance to... read full bio
A fantastic person, Megan Gallagher is well-known for her important work as a mental health advocate, TED Talk speaker thrice, and prolific best-selling book. Her commitment to empowering others and spreading awareness about mental health has had a profound effect on countless lives. Megan has spoken twice on the renowned TED stage as a speaker, enthralling audiences with her engaging ideas... read full bio
The Clipper Round the World Race, one of the world's most challenging sailing competitions, was won by Brendan Hall, a renowned leadership author and excellent sailor. Brendan has had a significant impact on both the high seas and the corporate world thanks to his unwavering spirit and profound understanding of leadership. Brendan Hall's abilities as a leader and a sailor have... read full bio
As the proprietor and executive pastry chef of Buttercream Bakeshop, Tiffany MacIsaac is a renowned pastry chef with a unique point of view and an admired businesswoman. Tiffany has established herself as a key player in the dessert and confections industry thanks to her passion for culinary expertise and her deep love of baking. Tiffany MacIsaac, the bakery's chief creator, has... read full bio
