Nathan-Paul, a pastor’s son from Cleveland, knows how to deliver sound medicine to the people. His velvety Lo-Fi sounds are a vibe-heavy soul party, fusing modern trap, 70s funk, and fiery Southern gospel. He creates for pure enjoyment. “The way I go about writing, I’m like extreme Southern hospitality. I’ll always have something for you.” Nathan-Paul is a Jazz Studies graduate from the University of Akron, and is improvising all the time, influenced deeply by greats Charlie Parker, Sonny Rollins, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Louis Armstrong. Nathan-Paul & The Admirables (NPA), brings a rock-edge to his sound medicine, focusing on energy over notes. They recently led a successful tour with Moon Hooch and a performance backing soul-giant Dwele.

Bassel & The Supernaturals, based out of Cleveland and Chicago, tells the story of Bassel Almadani's experience as a first generation Syrian-American using soulful melodies, funk inspired rhythms, and captivating lyrics regarding love, loss, otherness, and the war in Syria. They made their national television debut in May 2024 as part of a new PBS docuseries starring Dule Hill entitled The Express Way, regarding the transformative power of the arts.

Echoing Stevie Wonder’s rhythm and blues, Jamiroquai’s social justice centered lyricism over jazz-infused funk, and Steely Dan’s seamless amalgam of American music, Bassel & The Supernaturals evoke joy and thoughtfulness in diverse audiences throughout hundreds of cities across North America. In addition to performing in major festivals, performance halls, concert series, and clubs, the group works closely with organizations on events and residencies that build awareness and empathy for Syrian refugees and immigrants. Deeply inspired by Otis Redding, Bassel uses the stage as a vehicle to unite his listeners and share the story of his cultural duality. A substantial portion of their proceeds benefit the Karam Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on building a better future for Syria. The band's national television debut on PBS (May 2024) highlights Bassel's story as a product of Syrian immigrants, challenges growing up as a Muslim in America after 9/11, and his profound connection to the arts as a channel to process his own experience while amplifying the voices of refugees.

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