SYLVIA TOSUN

From the fearless abandon of the world-class dance floor to the strict discipline required to study voice at Juilliard, No. 1 Billboard recording artist Sylvia Tosun is an enigma among millennial music acts. The singer/songwriter has not only scored more than a half-dozen hits on global Club Play charts, but is also invested in elevating the genre’s artistic platform, as co-founder of label alliance Sea To Sun/Loverush Digital (S2S/LRD). Tosun’s electrifying live performances have ignited audiences in her New York base, as well as Miami, London, Canada, Asia and Eastern Europe, establishing her as a musical entrepreneur, fashionista, gay icon—and dedicated supporter of charity causes. Sylvia has landed the #1 spot on the Billboard Club Chart with her hit “Push n Pull,” and her song “5 Reasons” was the #1 record of 2009 in the UK on the DMC Club Chart. For more head to her website at www.seatosun.com

Billboard Recording Artist BRIAN KENT

Brian Kent has scored several national and international hits on global Dance Club Play charts, including his recent hit, “I’ll Find A Way” which has hit Top 20 on the UK Music Week Club Chart and several DMC World Charts including the World, World House, World Commercial, World UK and World UK Club Charts. The single features remixes by Loverush UK!, Sted-E & Hybrid Heights, Twisted Dee, DeMarko, Radboy and more. It also features a music video co-conceived and directed by Loic Maes (Infernal) that has made an international impact on the topic of bullying and self-awareness.
In 2009, the singer/songwriter’s “Whatcha Doin’ To Me,” hit Top 40 Billboard Club Play Charts and also reached #1 on Sirius Satellite Radio’s Hot 20 Chart. In addition, the single topped countless record pool DJ charts across the USA and is again supported by a music video co-conceived and directed by Loic Maes. Kent’s latest EP will launch in Fall 2011 previewed by the new single “I’ll Find A Way.”
Kent’s evolution across multiple genres has earned him the 2009 OutMusic Award for Best Dance Song and multiple nominations for the 2010 OutMusic Awards to be held in Spring 2011. Evidence of his continued evolution as a versatile artist shows in his continued ability to cross lines and bridge gaps between all types of people through his music. For more, visit Brian Kent’s website: www.brian-kent.com
Photo credit: Mike Ruiz

PEPPERMINT

Originally from Delaware, Peppermint got her start at the Tunnel’s infamous Kurfew parties. She has also held court at Boysroom, Limelight, The Blue Whale in the Pines and the Grove on Fire Island. Now, this delicious Diva can be seen all over town at some of the hottest bars and clubs in the city including Boysroom, Area 10018 @ Opaline, XES, Rated-X: The Panty Party, Lips and Therapy. She is happy to announce some of her newest projects include film, music and volunteer.
I’m really fortunate to have had the opportunity to meet wonderful people who really represent NYC from East to West Village, Broadway to Live Rock…I think my projects reflect that.”
Peppermint recently took home Glammy Awards for 3 (out of 4) first time nominations, including “Best Host.” Find out more at Peppermintonline.com

Crystal Waters presents A. SALIH

A.Salih (pronounced Ā – Săh-lee) is the true definition of a triple threat. Singer/songwriter and dancer, A. Salih forays on the music scene as an industry veteran who has already made his presence felt within entertainment. Born in Brooklyn, New York and raised in South Orange, New Jersey, he knew early on that performing would be in his future. A. Salih followed his passion for singing and writing to New York University’s liberal arts program, and earned his Bachelor’s degree in Music from the Manhattan School of Music. Having studied piano, music transcription, plus earning his certification in Jazz Voice, he was tuned into a broad swath of musical inspirations such as Stevie Wonder, Aerosmith, and his eventual mentor, Crystal Waters. Read more.

NAKED HIGHWAY

NYC-based electro-glam outfit Naked Highway unleashes a visual spectacle of their infectious music with costumes, choreography and charisma! This has led to high-profile international appearances at the SONAR FESTIVAL (Barcelona, Spain), CMJ MUSIC MARATHON (New York), NORTH BY NORTHEAST (Toronto, Canada) and MIAMI WINTER MUSIC CONFERENCE. Naked Highway has opened for noted acts such as Darren Hayes, Kelly Osbourne, Freezepop, Hong Kong Counterfeit, Kudu, My Robot Friend, Cazwell, Nada Surf, Sander Kleinenberg (DJ set) and Massive Attack vocalist Debbie Claire.
www.nakedhighway.com

KYLIE EDMOND

NYC based Aussie singer songwriter Kylie Edmond dated 3 guys who turned out to be gay. One is bi, one is regular gay, and one is a drag queen in Sydney doing a Marilyn Monroe show. Kylie writes pop/rock songs about those gay ex’s, lost iphones, mean boys and pick-up lines. This Pride season she is performing for SWISH, a fabulous gay-straight alliance that creates opportunities for all guys and girls to support the LGBT rights movement.
www.reverbnation.com/kylieedmond
www.swishpride.org

MIKALA BIERMA

Mikala is an adorably naughty stand-up comic. Mikala is the co-creator of the web sensation “Disappointing Gay Best Friend.” This August, she will be hosting The Queer of the Year competition in Montreal. She lives in Brooklyn with her dog, Gilbert.
He a drag queen.
Check out her website www.mikalabierma.com

IMPERIAL COURT NY

The Imperial Court of New York is a social and fundraising organization that uses drag performance as its medium of expression. In it’s 24-year history the Court has raised and donated over a million dollars to gay- and AIDS-related charities by putting the fun in fundraising! Photo: Emperor XX Vanity Society and Empress XXV Pepperica Swirl lead the Court in its 25th Anniversary reign!

CHADD

Raised in the south but weaned on New York City’s nightlife, chadd is honored to be playing music again at this year’s Folsom Street East festival. He likes it when when the subliminally sexy haus beats he spins make people dance, smile, and/or tongue kiss a stranger. He can be found almost every Sunday in a dark corner of the Eagle, drinking a beer and listening to some of the best music in new york.

http://soundcloud.com/chadd