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Led by four-time Grammy-nominated pianist, producer, and composer Joel Holmes, this genre-defying collective blends jazz, hip hop, neo soul, and Afro rhythms. With a background rooted in gospel, funk, R&B, electronic, and house, Joel Holmes has toured globally and collaborated with jazz icons like Roy Hargrove. The band fuses global and local influences to create electrifying performances that bridge cultures and styles, redefining live music in Morocco.
Genre: Gnawa jazz & soul fusion, with elements of jazz, hip hop, neo soul, funk, Afro rhythms, and electronic music.
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Graduates of The Juilliard School, ARKAI has performed at The Met, Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, TED, and opened for Oscar- and Grammy-winner Jon Batiste. Members of The Recording Academy, they are releasing their debut album in Summer ’24 with Grammy-winning producer Jonas W. Karlsson. Dedicated to inspiring the next generation, they’ve led interactive workshops on creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship at institutions including the US Air Force Academy, Carnegie Hall, Juilliard, and Curtis Institute of Music.
Genre: Fusion of classical instruments with modern electro beats.
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Mega Ran is a pioneering figure in the "nerdcore" hip-hop genre, blending rap with references to video games, comic books, and pop culture. A former inner-city school teacher, he delivers motivational, family friendly performances that resonate across generations. His shows are dynamic, interactive, and often include freestyle segments that involve the audience. With a unique ability to tackle meaningful themes while remaining accessible to younger audiences, Mega Ran is equally impactful in general and children's programming.
Genre: Rap / Hip-Hop / Nerdcore
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