DuPont Brass: (Washington, D.C.)

DuPont Brass is a one-of-a-kind, brass-driven supergroup from the D.C. Metropolitan Area and a 9-piece ensemble consisting of brass, a rhythm section, and vocalists. Through their training in classical and contemporary styles, DuPont Brass has developed a sound they’ve coined “Eclectic Soul” that mixes varied genres of music, including jazz, hip-hop, and R&B. In their latest effort, Music Education, DuPont Brass shows us why they are qualified to excel in both the education and performance arenas of the music industry. Filled with a diverse arsenal of musical styles, they present a catalog made with every kind of listener in mind.

Tanajah: (Raleigh, NC)

Tanajah is an up-and-coming rapper in the North Carolina and European Hip-Hop music scene. Finding musical inspiration from Missy Elliot, J. Cole, Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, and Jill Scott, Tanajah is known for her diverse lyrical ability and jaw-dropping shows. She was given the title “Giver of Good Vibes” by some of her fans which can be felt in every performance. Tanajah’s lowkey lyricism mixed with her high-energy performances allows her to put on a show that leaves people wanting more. She recently returned from a multi-city International tour with the band Ahead.