One of the most popular 90s family rock bands has reemerged recently in order to raise money for a good cause. The Hanson brothers made headlines recently after they announced that they would be hosting a walk in order to raise money for charities, including foundations that benefit organizations in Africa....

Jason Mraz is perhaps best known as a mellow, hat-loving singer-songwriter who uses his unique style to sing about life and love. But Mraz is a lot more than just a singer – he’s a dedicated activist who has given his time and talent to dozens of worthwhile causes. The positive pop-rocker has...

Born on February 2 1977, Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, better known as Shakira, is a Colombian record producer, dancer, singer, songwriter, musician, and philanthropist who surfaced as a musical sensation in the Latin American music scene in the 1990s. She was raised in Barranquilla, Colombia. At a young...

Born on January 25 1981, Alicia Augello Cook—better known by her stage name Alicia Keys—is an American recording artist, musician and actress. She was raised in the Hell’s Kitchen area of Manhattan, New York City. When she was seven years old, Keys started playing classical music on the...

Canadian musician, singer and songwriter Sarah McLachlan was born on the 28th of January 1968. This mezzo-soprano has sold more than 4 million copies of her album worldwide. Her emotional ballads have also won her two of the four Grammy Awards for which she was nominated. She also owns four Juno Awards....

Known for her distinctive soprano voice, Dolly Rebecca Parton is an American singer-songwriter, author, multi-instrumentalist and actress best known for her work in country music. Born on January 19, 1946 at Sevierville, Tennessee, Dolly Parton is the 4th of 12 children. She described her early childhood as...

In the American entertainment industry, Barbara Streisand is an icon. Possessing a strong character and exceptional versatility, she is well-known as a singer, composer, film producer, and director. Having sold over 71 million albums worldwide, her popularity is said to be comparable only to Elvis Presley in...

Paul David Hewson was born May 10, 1960 in Dublin, Ireland. Popularly known as “Bono,” he is the lead vocals of U2, one of the most influential and renowned rock band in the 21st century. Bono is admired both within and outside of the music industry. As a rock star, his music with U2 has earned him...

A winner of five Grammy awards, an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award and a Tony Award, Elton John is one of the most exceptional performers in history. His passionate showmanship, piano-based music and distinct vocal style make him a standout and crowd-drawer of fans who watch him perform live outdoor...

Pop princess Britney Spears has earned the hearts and admiration of her fans not only through her songs, but also through work with charities she formed and continues to support. Britney Spears launched one of the most successful and influential careers in the record industry, boasting of 32 million sold...