Men I Trust, formed in Canada, 2014. Known for hypnotic dream pop & indie vibes. Members include Emma Proulx, Jessy Caron, Dragos Chiriac. Celebrated for self-produced, genre-transcending music.
Chicago's The Claudettes blend "garage cabaret" with blues, soul, pop, and punk. Known for unique sounds and strong songwriting, featured on NPR. Members include veteran musicians with accolades like Grammy nods and a Blues Music Award nomination. Notable collaborations include Mick Jagger and Buddy Guy. Albums produced by Grammy winners Mark Neill and Ted Hutt.
Linka Moja, an alternative singer-songwriter, draws from 90s alt-rock and early 2000s icons like Hayley Williams. Known for soul-baring songs, her style mixes Nirvana's influence with Coldplay-like lyrics.
Australian band The Cat Empire, known for energetic shows and diverse music styles, has multiple platinum records, awards, and over 250 million streams. Founders Felix Riebl and Ollie McGill continue to evolve their sound with new collaborations.
GRAMMY-winning, Louisiana-born singer-songwriter Lainey Wilson blends traditional country with a modern flare. Known for six No.1 songs, PLATINUM hits, and acclaim as 'Entertainer of the Year.' Also a Yellowstone actress.
Jamaican dancehall star Sean Paul, born in St. Andrew, hit mainstream with hits like "Get Busy" & "Temperature". Known for "Baby Boy" with Beyoncé, he won a Grammy with Dutty Rock. His music blends with Sia, Pharrell, & more.
Amigo The Devil, blending folk and alternative rock, echoes the raw truthfulness of Leonard Cohen and Tom Waits, captivating with deep, narrative songs like a modern bard, focused on storytelling's power. His style embraces emotional authenticity without seeking the limelight.
Def Leppard, 80s hard rock icons, formed Sheffield 1977. Known for "Photograph," "Pour Some Sugar on Me," and the album Hysteria. Emphasized melody over heavy riffs, mastered MTV-era publicity, and innovated after drummer's accident. Collaborated with Alison Krauss.
Papa Roach, pioneers of Alternative Hard Rock, are celebrating 25 years of their album INFEST. Known for raising mental health awareness, their hits like "Last Resort" and collaborations such as "Leave A Light On" with Carrie Underwood continue to shine. With 11 studio albums, they’ve achieved 26 Top-10 hits and 12 #1 singles globally and are set to tour North America in 2025.
Shania Twain, born in Windsor, Ontario, revolutionized '90s country-pop with hits like "Man! I Feel Like a Woman." Known for blending genres, she collaborated with Mutt Lange, achieving global fame.
Kaytranada, a Montreal-raised producer, melds J Dilla-inspired hip-hop with woozy house. His debut, 99.9%, won the 2016 Polaris Prize. He's collaborated with Anderson .Paak, Kendrick Lamar, and Alicia Keys, among others, and earned two Grammys for his 2019 album, Bubba.
Irish artist Hozier, born in Wicklow, soared to fame with "Take Me To Church." Known for blending soul with rock, he's secured multi-platinum sales, Grammy nods, and #1 hits globally.
The Dead South, a Canadian progressive bluegrass band known for their unique style and energetic performances, excels in blending Americana, folk, and country genres. Famous for their captivating live shows and hits like "In Hell I'll Be in Good Company," they are celebrated by a diverse global fanbase and recognized for challenging traditional norms with their music.
