Melody Butiu views acting as an insight into our collective human experience. “I love embodying characters and telling stories that resonate with viewers, that connect, inspire, and highlight our shared humanity, and that enable audiences to more deeply understand the…
Kausar Mohammed’s heart is most full when she’s celebrating the inherent happiness to be found in the multitude of her identities. “I love narratives that center joy for folks who are historically underrepresented on TV. I feel like when we…
Alisun has many eclectic influences, but none are more powerful than our source of life herself. “Some artists I really love are Aurora, Lady Gaga, Willow, Mose, Peia, and Polo & Pan, but where I really get my inspiration from…
David Hernandez knows that having a positive body image isn’t always easy, but it’s a goal worth working towards. “I think I’ve definitely gained more confidence with my body through the years. I embrace my flaws and also my strengths.…
Many artists fantasize about getting the chance to compete on American Idol. Louis Knight had this opportunity two times when he was invited back as a Comeback Contestant on Season 19. He’s still in awe. “To say it was Incredible…
The alternative scene has shaped Maggie Lindemann into the fearless artist she is today. “I love everything about it. I think the community of people and what it stands for and just the overall vibe, honestly. The aesthetic of it,…
AdeJosh wants you to know that afroswing is a feast for the senses. “Afroswing to me is the UK bounce with a sprinkle of afrobeats. This is down to the words and lingo heavily influenced by sweet melodies and bright…
Samanta Liza’s total immersion in the music industry enables her to connect to her artistry on a psychic level. “On the one hand, I love being involved in essentially every aspect of the music industry. On the other hand, it…
Sophia Treadway has been sharing her musical gifts since age 5. She teamed up with iconic vocal instructor, Bob Westbrook. Westbrook coached the likes of Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears, and Lance Bass. Sophia deeply appreciates the impact he had on…
Few artists are lucky enough to have the chance to work with their twin sister. It’s an opportunity that KTJ & CARLY don’t take for granted. “It’s so fun! We can be 100% real with each other, and we are…
The seeds of Gavin Haley’s appreciation for music were planted young. “I’ve always loved songs. I’m from Louisville, Kentucky, and I grew up in church. I think that, looking back, one of the main things that helped me get through…
Perhaps The Unlikely Candidates named themselves after the lack of faith in their success. “We came up with a list of 400 potential names and The Unlikely Candidates was one of the only ones that wasn’t terrible. I think Dark…
