Nominees
Left Field Woodie
They're genre-busters. They resist classification. They came out of left field, and we're still not sure what section of the record store to find them in.
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Tech N9ne
After more than 20 years in the game, Tech N9ne is well-known for his broad range of collaborations with other well-known artists.
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Amanda Blank
Amanda Blank has been making minds explode with the way she works a rhyme, her rapid-fire delivery moving through the industry in work with everyone from Spank Rock to Britney Spears. Talk about versatility.
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Janelle Monae
Futuristic Afro-punk/funk singer Janelle is no stranger to campuses. Her touring the college circuit in Atlanta helped get her noticed by OutKast’s Big Boi which led to a major label signing and Grammy nod.
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Major Lazer
Two DJ/producers from across the pond from each other Philadelphia’s Diplo and London’s Switch united to create the digital reggae/dancehall project of the century.
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Jay Reatard
It’s the man with the unceremonious garage sound, fuzzed out vocals, blitzkrieg style, and punk sensibilities that make him accessible and fun.
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