The Isley Brothers originally hails from Cincinnati, Ohio but they’ve since gained something of an international reputation. Originally, they started as a trio of brothers (O'Kelly Isley Jr., Rudolph Isley and Ronald Isley) who started singing some time in the 50s. After around eight decades and variations of different lineups, they are still selling out shows. Currently, the band only... read full bio
British journalist and media personality Piers Morgan first gained notoriety as a tabloid editor for his aggressive approach to breaking news, but he also became well-known across the world as a television personality. His chat program on CNN, Piers Morgan Tonight (and later Piers Morgan Live), was hosted by him. Morgan's aspirations and cunning were rewarded when he was chosen by... read full bio
You’ve definitely heard of Mase, a highly successful rapper with a career spanning three decades. Born Mason Durell Betha, Mase spent the majority of his childhood in Harlem, New York, a neighborhood that would share a namesake with the rapper’s immensely successful, quadruple platinum album Harlem World. It was in Harlem – with his fraternal twin sister Stason, two other... read full bio
Interpol is an American rock band hailing from New York City. The band's initial line-up comprised of Paul Banks (vocals, rhythm guitar), Daniel Kessler (lead guitar, vocals), Carlos Dengler (bass, keyboards) and Greg Drudy (drums, percussion). Sam Fogarino later replaced Drudy. Dengler left to pursue other projects. Having first performed at Luna Lounge alongside other eminent groups like the Strokes,... read full bio
Latin Grammy award-nominated Espinoza Paz is a musician and composer of Mexican Regional music. He rose to popularity when he introduced his work to “El Coyote”- a famous Sinaloan banda singer. El Coyote recorded Paz’ hits “Besitos En El Cuello” (“Little Kisses On The Neck”); “Prohibido” (“Forbidden”); and “Para Impresionarte” (“To Impress You”), all of which were immediate successes. “El... read full bio
Singer-songwriter Lupillo Rivera has been the recipient of three Premios lo Nuestro awards and a Grammy Award, as well as a nominee for several other Grammys and Latin Grammys. His single “El Moreno” hit Californian Latin charts. Also known as El Toro del Corrido, Rivera has released over twenty albums to date. Lupillo wrote his first traditional song when he... read full bio
Tracee Ellis Ross is an American actress, model, comedian, host, and activist, who is best known for playing Joan Clayton in the television series “Girlfriends”, and for playing Dr. Rainbow Johnson in the series “Black-ish”, which she’s also produced and directed for. Ross is the daughter of Diana Ross and her ex-husband Robert Ellis Silberstein. Growing up, Ross was a... read full bio
Jethro Tull are a British rock group formed in 1967. Their music is characterized by the lyrics, vocals and flute work of Ian Anderson, who has led the band since its beginning, and guitarist Martin Barre, who has been with the band since 1969. Originally playing blues rock with an experimental flavour; they have also incorporated elements of classical music,... read full bio
Award-winning actor Robert Duvall earned an Academy Award as Best Actor for Tender Mercies, a Golden Globe Award for his portrayal of Josef Stalin in HBO's Stalin, an Obie as the hero in A View from the Bridge, and Oscar nominations for his roles in The Godfather, Apocalypse Now, The Great Santini, The Apostle (which he also wrote and... read full bio
Billboard Magazine's No. 1 Gospel Artist of the 2000s decade, Yolanda Adams grew up in a household filled with spirit, soul, and songs. Yolanda began her career when she released Just As I Am on a small Gospel label. The album began to draw attention, being compared to Aretha Franklin. Adams' career has rapidly advanced by a string of hugely... read full bio
Slayer is credited as one of the ""Big Four"" of thrash metal acts, along with Metallica, Megadeth and Anthrax. Slayer's musical traits involve fast tremolo picking, atonal guitar solos, double bass drumming, and shouting vocals. The band's lyrics and album art, which cover topics such as serial killers, satanism, religion and warfare have generated album bans, delays, lawsuits and strong... read full bio
When America wants to learn how to make the perfect pie crust, plant an herb garden, create a beautiful flower arrangement, or fix a broken windowpane, they turn to Martha Stewart. Through her award-winning magazine, Martha Stewart Living, her best-selling books, Emmy Awardwinning television show, website, syndicated newspaper column, national radio show, mail-order catalog and product lines, Martha Stewart shares... read full bio
Dancing with the Stars is the name of show that pairs a number of celebrities with professional ballroom dancers, who each week compete by performing dances, which are then given scores by a panel of judges. The show has spawned DVDs and spinoffs but none compare to the excitement that the professional talent of DWTS offer. The dance troupe... read full bio
Nathan Gunn’s reputation has made him one of the most exciting and sought after baritones of the day. He has appeared in renowned opera houses, such as the Metropolitan Opera, Paris Opera, Théâtre Royal de la Monnaie in Brussels, and Theater an der Wien, Teatro Real in Madrid. Gun also has created roles like Paul in the world premier of... read full bio
Jada Pinkett Smith is a film director, dancer, businesswoman, singer, and songwriter, but she is best known as an actress. Her first appearance was on the sitcom called True Colors, and other early roles include her lead role in Bill Cosbys A Different World and Carla Purty in The Nutty Professor. Some other films include Set It Off, The Matrix... read full bio
Edgar Meyer is a classical composer and bassist. His unique niche in the musical world as a composer and a bassist shows in his arrangements that highlight strings. Hailed by the New Yorker as “…the most remarkable virtuoso in the relatively un-chronicled history of his instrument”, Mr. Meyer’s unparalleled technique and musicianship in combination with his gift for composition have... read full bio
ODESZA dominated the electronic dance world instantly with their very first album, Summer’s Gone. They quickly achieved a million Soundcloud plays before releasing their EP, My Friends Never Die, the following year. Just two years after forming, ODESZA hit a remarkable 30 million Soundcloud plays. Their tour that year, In Return North America, sold out 28 shows. The EDM duo... read full bio
Celtic Thunder, a group of exceptionally talented young male singers from Ireland and Scotland, performs an eclectic mix of songs ranging from the traditional “Mountains of Mourne” to international hits such as “Brothers in Arms”, as well as original compositions. Celtic Thunder is known for its unique style with songs ranging from a soloist to ensemble focus. At one point,... read full bio
Steve Wozniak, a renowned personality in Silicon Valley, made his influence on the computing industry and rose to prominence as a philanthropist. His significant contributions to Apple Computer, especially his designs for the revolutionary Apple I and II as well as his impact on the Macintosh, have influenced the course of the sector. In 1985, the President of the United... read full bio
Thanks to a thriving career as a screen actor and producer, Don Cheadle is primarily known as a thespian, with a Golden Globe award and an Academy Award nomination under his belt. While his initial roles encompassed a wide gamut of subjects -- from a gangster in the movie Colors, to a district attorney on the television series Picket Fences,... read full bio
