Some people were born to be on stage. Some people were made to have their name in lights. Some people were born incredibly attractive. Some people can't help but be rock stars. Some people read. Andy is not any of those people. 

Ok - I am sick of pretending like I hired someone else to write about me. I am way too cheap and disorganized for that. I am writing about myself so I will no longer talk about myself in the third person. I was born in Austin, TX and grew up on a little farm Northeast of town. I started playing piano when I was around 3 years old. When I was in Junior High - I decided to quit music and devote myself towards training to play in the NBA. This involved walking around in those weird looking strength shoes that supposedly make you jump higher. In the process, I had very strong legs but was still a "piano player" at heart and was too wussy to actually lift weights so my arms were as buff as the ones you put in Mr. Potato Head. 

Anyways - somewhere in my high school basketball career I had a realization. 6'1" was as tall as I was going to get. No matter how high I could jump, my hand was too small to palm the ball and dunk it with authority. I wasn't as good as I thought I was. Right around that same time I happened to be at a Garth Brooks concert (back then I only listened to country music) and he called my little brother up from the audience and gave him his guitar. Pretty random. To make a long story short - I ended up learning how to play on that guitar and it changed my life. I finally took those strength shoes off and spent all my free time playing guitar. Somewhere along the line, I realized that I didn't just have to cover every country song known to man - I could write my own songs. So I started with a horrible song called "Me, Myself and I". Probably the most depressing song you could ever hear. Typical teenage angst. Many songs later, I actually had some stuff that I kind of enjoyed. 

I went to College at Belmont University in Nashville to be close to the country music scene. This was the town where all of the real songwriters lived – and I wanted to be one. So did 3500 other students at Belmont. Big surprise. Four years later somehow I graduated, got married, finished my first CD “Old Hat” and started my career in music. That career was writing songs for Word Publishing and playing guitar for my wife, Jill Phillips. 

Around the time we had our second child in 2004, I recorded a CD called "Room to Breathe" and began playing some of my own shows again - while still traveling with Jill and another singer-songwriter, Andrew Peterson. Since then I have released a few more records of my own ("Reinventing The Wheel", "The Law of Gravity" and "Christmas"), produced some records for other people, and have played many shows and house concerts along the way. 

If I was still talking in third person, now would be the time to mention all of my accomplishments like writing songs for other people's records, being a Kerrville New Folk Winner in 2010, scoring many hole-in-ones in disc golf, collaborating with many great musicians/songwriters/artists, fathering three of the best kids in the universe, being a finalist and runner-up at the Rocky Mountain Folks Fest in 2009 and bowling over 200 multiple times. But I am not going to mention those things because that is just not the kind of guy I am. 

If you want to really know about me, just listen to the music. I hope you like it. And if you do, I hope you tell your friends about it or have me out for a house concert or something. If you don't like it, I hope you either don't tell your friends that, or that you will lie to your friends and tell them you like it.

Sharapov - DJ/Sound Producer 
official DJ of the ARTICOLI by BOSCO brand
Top 100 DJs/Sound Producer 
Top 15 Dj's on Bananastreet.ru 
Top 100 Artist Dance on Beatport
Top 30 Artist Funky/Groove/Jackin on Beatport
Tracks and remixes of Sharapov'a sound on the best dancing radio stations of Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Europe, Latin America, and his releases are issued on top European labels: Perfecto Records, Enormous Tunes, Spirit Soul Records, Prison Entertaiment, KIEZ BEATS, KZ Records, No Smoking Records, LoveStyle Records, Go Deeva Records, Maniana Records, Tactical Records, Attractive Records, Deep Strips, Heavenly Bodies Records, Dbeatzion Records, Deepartment Records, Suka Records.
The official remix together with Andrey Keyton on a track from Lika Morgan - Sweet Dreams which release has taken place on the Swiss label of Enormous Tunes holds top positions in a chart of 39 weeks, Sharapov & Keyton the first Russian musicians who for such short term have declared themselves at the European level in the world musical industry. 
Sharapov the only Russian sound - the producer the signed contract with a label of Paul'a Oakenfold'a Perfecto Records being a part of Armada Music.
Main musical activities: Deep house, G-house, Indie Dance, Nu Disco

Rémi Brossier is a French born London based music composer. Combining cinematographic orchestral based music fused with other eclectic music genres and styles makes his work as unique as he is. He always conveys powerful emotions via a wide range of techniques, renews his approach and his work for each project thanks to his versatility and strikingly pushes boundaries when telling epic adventures or intimate stories with imaginative scores. His most attractive features and also constant goals are to move and surprise the audience in order to keep them engaged and provide the best experience. With that said, Rémi delivers every time.

His biggest influences include Mark Isham, Hans Zimmer, Harry Gregson-Williams, Jesper Kyd, Tyler Bates, Nobuo Uematsu, Junkie XL and many more…

Get in touch: Remi.B.Composer@gmail.com

Australian singer/songwriter.“Ayla” has achieved incredible things in her short time on the planet. 
In 2014, at just 18 years of age, Ayla released “Wish I Was” which immediately gained attention with Australian radio. The end of 2014 saw “Wish I Was” come in at #15 on Triple J’s most played list; as well as gaining traction with European radio, resulting in a distribution deal with EGO Records in Italy (Emma Louise, The Jezabels). 
“Wish I Was” became a remix staple in parts of Europe resulting in millions of Soundcloud and Spotify hits – her unique and beautiful vocal delivery was instantly attractive to club DJs and remix artists including Spada and Zwette. 
Her next two singles “Waiting” and “When The World Ends” also picked up high rotation on Triple J – Ayla then released her first EP “When The World Ends” and toured Australia – twice. 
In 2016 – Ayla performed at Woodford and The Big Pineapple Festivals, supported Kate Miller Heidke on her national tour. Her new single “Like The Other Kids” will be released in September 2016 and Ayla will tour nationally to support it. 

AYLA’s sound is often compared to artists such as Lana Del Ray, Sara Blasko and Florence and the Machine, though people commonly note the uniqueness of her voice, act and songwriting style. Her lyrics are written with intention and meaning and her voice carries pure warm tones.

Costantino Carrara is an Italian pianist and musician.
In 2011 it opens a YouTube channel just for fun, and he starts uploading some of his favorite arrangements: now there are about 150 million views and 740,000 subscribers.

Tortured Soul is 100% LIVE modern, deep, soulful, house music freed from the DJ Booth. Influenced by the classic songcraft of Prince, Heatwave, and Kool & The Gang, Tortured Soul is a collective of incredible international musicians united under a groove-centered rhythm. 



Frontman and songwriter, John-Christian Urich, leads the group while simultaneously drumming and singing with effortless mastery. Bass (Ernie Mckone, Bryan Ladd) and keys (Isamu McGregor, Randy Emata, Joel Martin) combine to form the pulsating rhythm and melodic joy that is integral to the Tortured Soul sound. Recently, guitarists Adam Rafferty, Kurt Slabbert, and Mark Tewarson have been helping to expand the musical journey and unlock new live-musical pleasures. Likened to "The Roots of House Music", Tortured Soul’s sound is reminiscent of Neo-Soul groups like Jamiroquai or Brand New Heavies, while also being influenced by the contemporary freshness of House purveyors like Joey Negro and Louie Vega and Nu Disco artists like Soul Clap and Purple Disco Machine.


Booking Agent:
Americas:  tsboys@torturedsoulmusic.com
South Africa + All Africa : Kevin Stuart kevin@atmanagement.co.za 
Additional territories : Daniel Best : daniel@best-works.com

ARTIST BIO:
Alvan Morris, a well-known name in the world of electronic dance music, comes from Lagos, Nigeria. Morris has been able to attract audiences all over the world with his distinctive fusion of electronic and dance genres thanks to his throbbing beat and infectious vocals. His music creates a worldwide language that unites people on the dance floor and transcends national boundaries and cultural barriers.

Morris integrates elements of traditional African rhythms into his tunes, giving them a distinctive and vivid taste while drawing influence from his Nigerian heritage. With pulsing basslines, soaring synths, and irresistible hooks, his music is a thrilling voyage that takes listeners on a musical adventure. Morris achieves the ideal balance between nostalgia and cutting-edge production with each track, creating a sound environment that is both recognizable and fresh.

Morris's music is a tribute to his love of making upbeat, enticing beats and songs that get people moving. He stands out from the competition because of his ability to adroitly combine dance and electronic genres, demonstrating his breadth of musical experience. Alvan Morris's tracks are sure to get your pulse pumping and your feet moving, whether you're a fan of electronic music or are just wanting to let loose on the dance floor. So put on your dance shoes and prepare to be swept away by the captivating melodies of this Nigerian musical outlaw.

In addition to his most recent single, Alvan Morris also released a song titled "One Of A Kind (2016)." His flexibility as an artist is demonstrated by this early record, which has engaging hooks and a brisk sound. The song is evidence of Alvan Morris's ability to make music that crosses boundaries and genres to connect with a broad audience.

The music albums that Alvan Morris has produced are evidence of his talent and commitment to his trade. He keeps expanding the frontiers of electronic and dance music with his distinctive sound and alluring songs. His songs serve as a tribute to his talent for writing music that stirs up feelings as well as movement.

Alvan Morris' most recent hit, "Leaders of Tomorrow (2020)," as well as his song "One Of A Kind (2016)," demonstrate his distinctive aesthetic and musical prowess as an electronic and dance music artist. His music albums serve as a tribute to his commitment and capacity to write enthralling works that have an impact. As Alvan Morris develops his art more, stay tuned for more from him.

Facebook Fan-Page:
http://www.facebook.com/alvanmorrisofficial

Instagram:
https://instagram.com/alvanmorris

Twitter:
https://twitter.com/alvanmorris

For show bookings and further inquiries, e-mail: bookingalvanmorris@gmail.com

I used to dream a lot. 
I used to have lofty dreams. 
But I dream no longer. 
I now act. 
I develop my visions. 
I have no time for unnecessary drama. 
My time is short. 
I cut the crap. 
               -Mike Abdul

Many describe him as creative, even he has this to say of himself, "I am made in Heaven, formed in the image of THE ORACLE that created the earth and organized its complexities."
Mike Abdul is a cocktail of talents, a fantastic blend of choice abilities. His creative displays and presentations make him attractive as a songwriter, singer, music producer, music consultant and trainer.
A lover of his trade and a lover of God, Mike Abdul has either written, contributed to or sang in the following hits: Igwe, Kene Jesu, Morire, Atobiju, SO gOOd, SO Worthy, Yin Baba, Kabio-o-si, This Fuji Thing, Next Fuji Thing, Surulere, Your Majesty, Durotimi, JeniFa, E Gimme Money, No Evil and eighty other songs.
Mike has worked with several Nigerian based gospel and secular artists and producers including FLO, Wole Oni, Mr Daz, BOUQUI, SheyMan, Rotimi Akinfenwa, Helen Paul, K-solo, Obiwon, Blaque Jersey, Tim Godfrey, Nomoreloss, Dekunle Fuji, SammY-Young, 1stBon, MoniQue, Rooftop MCs, Midnight Crew, Rasqie and several fantastic others making him the most featured Nigerian based gospel artist ever.
His works with Midnight Crew and other gospel music greats have seen him to many nations, enjoying several enviable platforms, media presence, awards and recognition across borders.
Mike Abdul's viewpoint: 
"I choose to dedicate my gift to THE ONE who gave it, just praise my God for nothing. I want people to see me and just have joy. I'm a happy person and I hope I'm contagious".

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