Stellar Transcendental folk bard Stellar is a clear voice ringing out for justice and liberation. Seamlessly weaving the evocative story and soul of their songwriting with the clarity and urgency of our times, their 2021 solo debut RAINBOW SHADOWS is a manifesto of fury and compassion, a message in a…
Marcie Hernandez Marcie Hernandez’s music lives in cultural dualities. Born to Puerto Rican parents & raised in Rochester, NY, Marcie is a singer-songwriter with a sound that combines Latin rhythms & instrumentation with the feel & lyrical vulnerability of indie folk music. Each of her songs is a snapshot of…
Mehuman Mehuman means, “The Faithful One”. Artist, activist, advocate, adventurer and true to her ancient name, Mehuman's songs invite the listener into her fearless transparency. Mehuman’s signature sound, “folk hop for hip folk” is Affrilachia - Americana, is rooted in the traditional rhythms of Gospel, Jazz, and Blues. With keening…
Vera Chisvo Maria Chisvo is a young woman, funky jazz vocalist, voice actor, model and guitarist who goes by the pseudonym Vera. She is a creative catalyst winner of the Women Rising Award from the Hub Unconference 2020, US Embassy International Visitors Leadership Program Alumni of 2021, and Pop Up…
Ruben 'Beny' Esguerra Ruben “Beny” Esguerra arrived as a child to Tkaronto from Bacatá (Bogotá, Colombia) as a political refugee with his parents, who were receiving threats for their human rights activism. Today, he is a JUNO nominated multi-instrumentalist/producer, spoken-word poet, arts educator and community worker. in 2021, he was…
Dayo Ayodele Dayo Ayodele heralds from the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria. As the group leader of the African indie band, Afrosonics, community building and music are where his true devotions lie. The origins of all music can be traced back to Africa and he honors this tradition by singing and…
Troubadours of Divine Bliss Troubadours of Divine Bliss, Renee Ananda and Aim Me Smiley, play heartfelt, eclectic folk featuring harmonies "smooth as Kentucky Bourbon", guitar, ebow and accordion. They have been best friends since their teens when they met at a holy-rollin' church outside of Louisville, KY. Despite Aim Me's…
Kamica King Kamica King is a soul singer-songwriter, board-certified music therapist, and Founder/CEO of King Creative Arts Expressions (KCAE) which specializes in interactive, arts-based programs that promote health and social-emotional wellness. As seen on NBC, ABC and Fox, Kamica has been featured as a speaker, clinician, and vocalist around the…
Kyshona Armstrong Kyshona is a singer/songwriter based in Nashville, TN. Over the years, Kyshona has fused her profession as a music therapist with her songwriting skills and experience and now teaches songwriting to those who exist in the margins of society. Through songwriting, she has had the privilege to work…
Steven Hernandez Steven, originally from Houston, Texas, began his career as an emcee, participating in rap battles during his teenage years. He quickly discovered his natural talent for the art form, but also encountered some negative influences that led him down a path of despair. However, he found solace in…
