Duran Duran is a British new wave and pop rock band that was founded in the early 1980s and is one of the style-defining acts of the decade. Known for their glamorous style, innovative music videos and danceable synth pop, they were instrumental in the MTV era. The band consists of Simon Le Bon (vocals), Nick Rhodes (keyboards), John Taylor (bass) and Roger Taylor (drums). Their biggest hits: Hungry Like the Wolf (1982) – breakthrough in the USA, iconic video and catchy tune. Rio (1982) – synthpop classic with tropical flair and catchy chorus. The Reflex (1984) – number 1 hit in the UK and the USA, produced by Nile Rodgers. Ordinary World (1993) – emotional comeback song of the 90s with strong airplay. A View to a Kill (1985) – title song of the James Bond film of the same name, to date the only Bond song to reach number 1 in the US charts. Save a Prayer (1982) – atmospheric ballad with great fan popularity.

From her first appearances on The Voice Of Germany to singles like “Good Girl Killer”, it’s been a wild ride for Paula Dalla Corte. Being signed to Universal in her early 20s, then moving to LA for a few months to find her own sound. Paula let off steam, gained experience and quickly realized that she didn’t always want to be “the one from The Voice”. The move to Berlin also changed her musical ambitions. The style of Paula comes across as retro-romantic indie pop with a black and white aesthetic. Reminiscences of the artful releases of Lana Del Rey certainly don’t shimmer through the sound design by chance, but she is on her own path with her smoky and melodramatic style.

JC Stewart is a Northern Irish singer-songwriter who is best known for his emotionally charged pop songs. Born in Magherafelt, Northern Ireland, he began his music career with soulful ballads, often inspired by personal experiences. His distinctive voice and honest lyrics quickly earned him a loyal fan base. JC Stewart became known through his collaboration with Lewis Capaldi – he co-wrote the song Hollywood on Capaldi’s debut album Divinely Uninspired to a Hellish Extent. With his authentic style and charismatic charisma, JC Stewart is regarded as one of the most promising young artists on the British pop scene.

Aloe Blacc is an American soul and R&B singer, songwriter and rapper. He began his musical career at in the hip-hop duo Emanon before turning to soul and pop as a solo artist . Aloe Blacc had his international breakthrough in 2010 with the hit I Need a Dollar, which achieved great fame through the HBO series How to Make It in America . Another worldwide success was The Man (2014), in which he took up elements of Elton John’s “Your Song” – this song was also used in an advertising campaign by Beats by Dre . In addition, Aloe Blacc became famous as the singer of the mega-hit Wake Me Up by Avicii (2013). Although the song was officially released under the DJ’s name , the distinctive vocals were sung by Blacc, which made him known to an even wider audience. He is known for his profound lyrics, which often deal with social and personal issues, as well as his blend of soul, R&B, pop and folk.

Tom Gregory is a British singer-songwriter and pop musician who is best known for his catchy melodies and emotional lyrics. Since his breakthrough, he has established himself as an up-and-coming artist on the international music scene, with his style often incorporating a blend of pop, soul and dance elements. Some of his biggest hits include: Run to You, Fingertips, Small Steps and Never Let Me Down

Jon Batiste is an American musician, singer, composer and bandleader who is known for his cross-genre musicality and charismatic appearance. His style combines jazz, soul, funk, R&B and classical music to create a unique sound. He became known to a wide audience as musical director and bandleader of the “Stay Human” band on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert”. However, his creative versatility is most evident in his solo work. His greatest successes include: Freedom – an energetic, funky song about self-determination, which won him the Grammy Award for “Best Music Video” in 2022. It’s All Right – from the soundtrack of the Pixar film Soul, on which Batiste worked. For his work on the soundtrack, he won the 2021 Oscar for Best Film Score. Jon Batiste is regarded as a musical visionary who transcends cultural boundaries with every release and celebrates the power of music.

Dermot Kennedy is a talented and popular Irish singer and songwriter who has won the hearts of millions of fans with his soulful and powerful voice. He is best known for his hit singles “Outnumbered” and “Paradise,” which showcase his blend of folk, pop, and hip-hop influences. He has also released two successful studio albums, Without Fear in 2019 and Sonder in 2022, which have received critical acclaim and commercial success. He is one of the most streamed artists in the world, with over 10 billion streams across all platforms.

On Larkin Poe’s sixth studio album “Bloom”, the two sisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell present eleven songs with a successful mix of southern rock, blues and Americana. The sisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell founded the band “Larkin Poe” in 2010 as a follow-up project to the bluegrass band “Lovell Sisters”. Over a period of five years, the two US-Americans from Atlanta/Georgia tried their hand at different musical styles. Initially, they moved in the folk and singer/songwriter department. Later, they opted for blues and pop and you can also find hard rock sounds and southern rock elements in their songs. Last year they were awarded a Grammy for “Best Contemporary Blues Album”.