Most Likely To Explode on the Scene in 2021
With the worst year in the history of mankind behind us, 2021 is looking more hopeful…hopefully. Although our future can never be wholly known, our present is like an arrow that can point the way ahead. Where it will land, we never know, nor what is waiting for us on the other end as the arrow falls to earth. In the end we all become memories even when the heart stops beating…..However who will be remembered? These are our staff picks including indie artists, rising talent, and those who have already made their mark, most likely to be noticed on the scene or even explode……
Actors, Film, TV Series
Musical:
Anthony Ramos: For “In the Heights.” Ramos has already created a splash for his role in the musical “Hamilton.”
Can He Pull It Off?:
Austin Butler: Butler is set to portray Elvis Presley in Baz Luhrmann’s untitled project
Young Success:
McKenna Grace: The 14 year- old actress will be starring in the sequel to “Ghostbusters”
Hollywood’s Rising Sweetheart:
Sherry Nelson: Though not yet a household name, Nelson is on her way as TV co-host most sought after with an unquestionable TV and screen presence.
Welcomed Back
Elizabeth Moss: Moss securely holds the lead in the “Handmaiden’s Tale” as fans wait for its return with baited breath.
Highly Anticipated:
Martin Kove: The most hated character on the planet in the number one series Cobra Kai, we want to see what he’s up to.
Newest Superhero
Gianni DeCenzo: Also from Cobra Kai, The young actor is flourishing with young audiences as an inspirational Nerd.
Keep Your Eye Out:
Steve P. Hamm: Army helicopter pilot turned actor is about to take off with positive persona abs and movie star handsome looks.
Foreign Flavor:
Judy Parfitt: The 85 year-old Sister Monica Joan of Britain’s “Call the Midwife” portrays a nun approaching dementia (who lost her husband from that very illness).
New Series:
Rick’s Plaice: Superstar and legendary keyboardist from “YES” plays his pianos with a flurry of British humor.
Let’s Rock N’ Roll
Artist of the year Again:
The Weeknd: He doesn’t need a Grammy to still be the most listened to artist.
He’s Back
Ed Sheehan: After a family hiatus Ed has returned stronger than ever.
Will She Continue?:
Billie Ellish: Of course she will, she already is.
Interested in Indie?:
The PondHawks: This Chicago based indie group has the biggest fan base on the planet…. keep watching.
Post punk anyone?:
ReW STaRR and the ReWlettes: Their benefit cover “To Sir With Love” will put them on the map.
Metal With A Twist:
AniMaze X: The new superheroes of heavy metal singing to Disney, comic books and video games.
Making A Scene:
AJR: “Bang” Exactly!
As Popular As Ever:
Justin Bieber: He’s already hitting 2021 hard!
Rising Quickly:
Rocky Kramer: Allied Artist’s secret weapon.
Social Awareness:
The FMs: “Silent City”, “ Annihilation Denial”…They are trying to save the world without being dicks.
Immersive:
Think:EXP: The supergroup including Scott Page from Pink Floyd, Stephen Perkins from Jane’s Addiction, Kenny Olson from Hendrix Experience, Norwood Fisher from Fishbone, Grammy winning Will Champlin, and Derek Day.
About to Make Some Noise:
The Immediate Family: Another supergroup: Leland Sklar, Danny Kortchmar, Waddy Wachtel, Russ Kunkel, Steve Postell, the biggest session players on the planet.
Listening….Watching…Radio, TV and Podcasts
Popular Popular and Popular
Joe Rogan
Unconventional…Explosive…5 Million viewers
The Jimmy Star Show With Ron Russell
Mainstream
Z100 Elvis Duran
Celebrity Talk Show Host Cable TV…20 Million Strong
Profiles With Mickey Burns
Awesome
Freakin’ Awesome with Anthony Boese
Women Empowerment:
Fierce Females with Adrienne “Fierce” Manson
Lifestyles:
Lifestyles With Dr. Mobi
Across the Pond:
Ask Mike: with Mike McDonnell
It Gets Bigger and Better:
Movie Reviews and More with Brian Sebastian
Down South:
Smoked Meat with Brad Pittman
Even More Down South:
Radio Land with Ric Chetter
Good Ole Boys:
Heavy Chump with Jasson Maddox
Deep:
The Mike Wagner Show
Informative:
Bionic Buzz with Steve Sievers
Themed:
You Really Shouldn’t Have with James Warwick
New and Intimate:
If These Walls Could Talk with Wendy Stuart Kaplan and Tym Moss
Hysterical
Pandemic Cooking with Wendy Stuart Kaplan
A Celebrity Fix
The Simonetta Lein Show
Mainstream Radio Down South
105.5 FM Radio Real Talk With G-Love and a Kenny Wilkerson
Rock n’ Roll
Meet Me For Coffee with George Rock
Music Music Music
Louder a Than War Radio with Nigel Carr
Rap It
FCR247 with Twyzm Whyte Piece
Adventure in Music
The Adventures of Pipeman with Dean K. Piper
Fashion Frenzy
Coolest Designer:
Stevie Boi
Top Model:
Nicole Menayo
Top Fashion Pop Culture Influencer:
Simonetta Lein
Rising Commercial Pop Culture Model:
Sherry Nelson
Reading is The Great Escape
Inspiring
Mickey Burns: “From The Projects to Profiles: A Memoir” An unlikely journey to stardom.
One In a Million
Howard Bloom: “Einstein, Michael Jackson and Me: A Search For Soul in the Power Pits of Rock and Roll.” Bloom has been called “the greatest press agent that rock and roll has ever known.”
Adventurous
Eileen Shapiro: ”Waiting For Adam” A quest to interview Adam Ant through 3 continents and interviews with some of the biggest celebrities on the planet.
Artistically Insane
Leland Sklar: “Everybody Loves Me” 6,000 celebrity and man in the street pictures of people giving Sklar the bird. You cannot put this coffee table book down.
For Autism
Kenny Wilkerson: “Rockin’ Recipes For Autism“ Nova Rex bassist raises awareness for autism with a picturesque cook book of iconic rocker’s secret recipes. Collector’s item.
Concert Producers Virtual or Otherwise to Get Excited About
John Velasco: SohoJohnny Presents “Let Me Help, Inc” Star Studded Charity Event”
John “SohoJohnny” Pasquale : SohoJohnny Presents “Let Me Help, Inc” Star Studded Charity Event
DJ D-Nice: Club MTV, Homeschool Party, Instagram Celebrity Parties
Diplo- A Very Lazer Sunday
The Roots-DJ Questlove Presents
Leland Sklar- YouTube
Rocky Kramer: Rock & Roll Tuesday’s
