Grammy-nominated Afro-Cuban artist Cimafunk blends funk, Latin, and electronic music. Known for his 9-piece band La Tribu and energetic performances at Coachella and Lollapalooza, he debuted with Terapia in 2018 and released El Alimento in 2021.
Joy Oladokun, born in Casa Grande, Arizona, is a queer Black singer-songwriter blending folk, R&B, rock, and pop. A daughter of Nigerian immigrants, she crafts vulnerable songs on identity and social justice. Her albums include "Proof of Life" and "Observations from a Crowded Room," with "Hope Is A Heavy Thing" also part of her discography.
Rochester-born singer-songwriter Danielle Ponder left her career as a criminal justice reform lawyer in 2021 to pursue music full-time. Her debut album Some of Us Are Brave established her as a powerful voice in soul, leading to major festival performances, TV appearances, and her sophomore album Everything Has Changed.
Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and rapper Matisyahu is known for blending reggae and hip-hop to express his spirituality. His seven albums include Youth, Light, Spark Seeker, Akeda, and Undercurrent, featuring hits like One Day and King Without A Crown.
Nashville-based artist Devon Gilfillian blends soul, rock, funk, and country. His third studio album, Time Will Tell, was recorded live to tape at RCA Studio A with executive producer Neal H Pogue and drummer Jonathan Smalt.
Canadian-American singer-songwriter Steve Poltz is based in East Nashville. Best known from the Rugburns and co-writing Jewel's hit You Were Meant for Me, Poltz has released fourteen solo records, including JoyRide, featuring collaborations with Jim Lauderdale.
Making Movies is a Latin Grammy-nominated, Panama-born and Midwest-raised band blending traditional rhythms and psychedelic rock. Led by Enrique Chi, they are known for collaborations with Rubén Blades and Los Lobos members, and for featuring the traditional Panamanian mejorana instrument.
Songwriter and performer Autumn Nicholas tells stories of love, pain, loss, and hope, drawing inspiration from social movements. They have played festivals like Newport Folk and opened for Jason Isbell. In 2023, they received the Music Forward Foundation Emerging LGBTQ+ Artist Award.
Oakland-born singer-songwriter Celisse blends hard-rocking, blues-tinged music with soulful vocals. A multi-instrumentalist, she is known for captivating live performances and collaborations with artists like Joni Mitchell, Alicia Keys, and Lizzo. Her debut album is anticipated.
Baltimore native Brittney Spencer released her debut album My Stupid Life, led by the single “Bigger Than The Song”. Featured by The New York Times and Rolling Stone, she’s performed on Today, CBS Mornings, the CMA and ACM Awards, and more.
Born near Pittsburgh, Rissi Palmer blends country and R&B into “Southern Soul.” Known for hits like “Country Girl,” she’s performed at the Grand Ole Opry and shared stages with Taylor Swift.
J.D. Souther, born in Detroit & raised in Amarillo, shaped '70s country-rock. Known for Eagles hits like "Best of My Love", he collaborated with Glenn Frey, Linda Ronstadt & James Taylor. His solo works include "You're Only Lonely". Also acted in "thirtysomething".
New Orleans performer Brad Walker is known for “soaring” solos backing Sturgill Simpson on Saturday Night Live, the Grammys and the Tonight Show. Since 2011 he’s played with Bernard Purdie and others, and has five releases, including Quintet (2014).
Leeds-born DJ/producer, ex hip-hop hitmaker with a UK Top 40 single; now UK underground club artist—tight percussion, rolling bass, stripped-back grooves; known for “Funky Feelin’,” backed by Riordan.
Born in Long Island, Chuck D founded Public Enemy, revolutionizing hip-hop with politically charged, avant-garde rap like "Fight the Power." A respected intellectual and activist.
Twin brothers from Versailles, Kentucky, The Kentucky Gentlemen blend country with R&B and pop. Known for hits like "Vibin’" and "Whatever You’re Up For," they've earned praise from NPR and CMT.
