James Begin is a rapper, musician, and songwriter from Cleveland, OH. Through his work with Tropidelic and his own solo endeavors, James and his music have healed hearts and struck awe from coast to coast. As a performer, James is unmatched in dedication and energy; he brings an undeniable fire to every stage he sets foot on. His passion for performing was realized as a young musician in high school, and through staying the course and working hard, James brings a veteran familiarity to every project he touches. There are few places that can make him feel at home the way the spotlight can - among them is the company of his friends & family, whom he enriches and encourages to no end. Adopting and living the mantra "it takes a village", James is focusing on his life's work not for one, but for all.

Name: Jinari Kemet Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio Influences: Ice Cube, Joyner Lucas, Saba, Redman Favorite foods: Pizza, Flaming Hot Doritos, Coffee Fun fact: “If we go to an amusement park, I won’t ride any roller coasters, I’ll just hold your bags and go eat funnel cakes!”

Inspired by a variety of influences, Kwas-E delivers sharp lyricism and hard-hitting beats that balance raw intensity
with deep emotion.

Mikey Silas is a soulful, style-bending singer-songwriter and vocalist.

Whats His Face is a California-raised, Cleveland-based rapper, producer, DJ, singer, and multi-instrumentalist. Through thoughtful lyrics over carefully chosen or self-produced beats, scratching, or live on an acoustic guitar; Whats His Face moves between vulnerable, self-reflective storytelling to raw metaphor-laden boombap.