Sarah Fierek

Formerly known as a ‘recovering musician’, now recording and lifting others up along the way.  Sarah’s mission as founder of Illustrious Creative Works & Sincerely in Song is to: “Uplift, inspire and amplify non-profit causes and movements that better our world with our songs, voices and likeness of our brand.” Sarah is a visionary who is always learning and believes in the power of music and authenticity. She is a connector who enjoys encouraging those around her to live their purpose and reach their highest potential. “The journey is always the prize.” S. Fierek @sarahfierek · https://sarahfierek.com/

Marcus Doucette

Marcus Doucette, longtime radio host and global music DJ, brings not only his voice but also his taste and style to Wildflowers on the Water this September. Expect a set of top class cuts and a lush landscape of music from Africa, Asia, Europe and Latin America that gets right into the heart of the grooves that connect our world. Good time to get down to move it all up ✌🏽& ❤️ vibes.

Klassik

Kellen “Klassik” Abston, a self-described “Black Pastoral Sonic Landscape Painter,” is an award-winning Milwaukee-born-and-based musician, producer, songwriter, performing artist, and community curator.  Named the City of Milwaukee’s 2021 Mildred L. Harpole “Artist of the Year”, Klassik’s jazz-saturated hip-hop/soul, informed by years of traditional jazz study and Milwaukee Public Schools arts education, has taken him from summer festival stages and crowds of thousands, to classroom settings inspiring youth of all ages throughout Wisconsin.  

SitarNik and Shock Tea

The pioneers of modern sitar rock led by SitarNik and recognized by legends from Metallica to The Smashing Pumpkins. They’ve sold out multiple times in Atlanta, and are now bringing their signature raga-inspired rock to Milwaukee. Shock Tea carefully blends the melodic and textural fusion of the Indian sitar with psychedelic inspired indie rock. Shock Tea offers a refreshing musical experience reminiscent of the rock, pop, and blues of the 60’s and 70’s while speaking to modern sensibilities.

Angie Mack

Angie Mack is a musical director, performing artist, blues educator and writer who has a wealth of experience and connections in the arts and entertainment industry. She has an intuitive creative aesthetic and process that allows for diverse creative communication.  Angie has over 20 years in arts project management and has successfully led international teams with great attention to detail.

Ceiba Chavez

Ceiba (Say-ba) aka 1stLady. Mom, World Thought Leader, Board Advisor, Consultant, Sr. Celebrity Publicist ,Brand strategist, Management & Booking, Music Supervisor, Arts & Tech Entertainment Vet. Full Service Agency and Business Owner of PR and Arts Agency. Honored to create and maintain the legacy’s of some of your favorite celebrities, brands and businesses. The Wailers/Wutang /WuWear/ UNTV/Roc Nation /G.o.o.d Music / Malik Yusef / Angie Stone / Gilbert Brown /Kapri Bibbs NFL) etc. Art & Lifestyle Curator, Event coordinator, Art to the Art Business Teacher & Media Investor TV&Radio Host & Director, Model, Keynote Speaker. Spiritualist, Reiki practitioner, lightworker, sound bath artist, visionary, alchemist, and guru networker.

Syd the Muralist

A Madison-based muralist and creative entrepreneur passionate about using art to bring people and spaces to life. Syd the Muralist creates custom murals and leads community painting events that make creativity accessible and fun for all ages. Her murals are designed to reflect the unique personality of each space. Whether it’s energizing a business, brightening a home, or connecting with a community through a shared experience. Syd the Muralist brings that same intentionality to painting parties, where the focus is on making something meaningful together in a relaxed, creative setting.

Jack Tell

Jack Tell is a graduate from UWM Milwaukee studying contemporary Fingerstyle guitar performance and composition. With music inspired by the works of Andy Mckee, Pierre Bensusan, Leo Kottke, Antione Dufour, Kaki King, Michael Hedges, Tommy Emanuel, Stefano Barone as well as many popular influences coming from classic rock artists such as CCR, The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, and 90s rock such as Incubus and Foo Fighters. On top of being a gigging instrumentalist Jack also teaches lessons out of Brass Bell music store in Whitefish Bay, WI.

Malik Toure

a.k.a. “99TheProducer” is a classically trained cellist, composer, and music producer based in Milwaukee, WI. He is a Grammy nominated producer, for his work on Kirk Franklin’s Grammy award winning album Long Live Love and Masego’s “Studying Abroad, Extended Stay.” He has performed with the Matt Jones Orchestra, which led to a collaborative performance with PJ Morton on NPR’s Tiny Desk in 2017 and worked on John Legend’s Christmas album released in 2018. In addition to his skill as an outstanding cellist, Malik is a self-taught guitarist, and a formally trained pianist. Malik’s current projects include writing and arranging strings for upcoming projects, teaching, and producing his debut album as 99TheProducer.

Holly Harnischfeger

Holly received her BFA in Ceramics from the University of Colorado in 1977. For years she worked in wheel throwing, clay slabs, and tiles. In 2000, she transitioned to Painting. From wheel throwing to mixed media painting, using charcoal, acrylic, photo transfers and encaustic wax, Holly has courageously embraced continued expression and exploration in her artistry. She feels that by combining different media she can capture the essence of her vision. During her 2021 show at the Grove Gallery in Milwaukee, “About a Vase” Jan Serr and John Shannon bought two of Holly’s paintings for their private warehouse collection which were exhibited as part of their Secret Garden show. Holly resides in Milwaukee, WI and continues to make, teach art and create instructional content as an Art Retreat producer in Wisconsin and Carmel, CA.

Danielle Carroll

Danielle Carroll is the Chief Operations Officer and Voice Over Artist At Nexxlegacy. She is a globally featured Jewelry Designer and the Owner of Danaya Designs4U Productions, LLC. She is the Lead Marketing Consultant and contributing writer at HFL Magazine. Danielle is Tik Tok Influencer with over 11K Followers. She is the Executive Assistant at PR and Arts Agency, Content Creator and Social Media Manager at MMS Networks LLC. She is Media Coordinator for Life After Sports and on the Board Of Directors of Athletes Who Give. Her Website is  www.danayaazure.com.

Nicole Shaver

Nicole Shaver is an interdisciplinary artist whose work investigates place, memory, and the natural world. Influenced by geology and often collaborating with scientists, she creates sculptures, drawings, and installations using found materials—transforming everyday remnants into layered reflections on time, belonging, and the landscapes we inhabit. Born and based in Port Washington, WI, Nicole holds a BFA from UW–Madison and an MFA from the University of Iowa. She has participated in artist residencies across the U.S. and abroad, including programs in Portugal, Iceland, and throughout the Midwest.

The Ukuladies

The Ukuladies are fun-loving musicians who perform in a wide variety of musical styles. They have held concerts for numerous private organizations, as well as performances at the Audubon Nature Center, at public parks in and around Milwaukee, and at Summerfest. They vary in age, skill and experience, yet above all they come together to enjoy each other’s company.

Lindsay Stevens

Founder of Rock the Green, our Sustainability Partner

A seasoned music industry, live events veteran, and award-winning sustainable events producer, Lindsay Stevens’ expertise spans 26+ years. She is the decade-long Founder and Executive Director of Rock the Green, a nonprofit with a mission to engage and empower the community to take eco-actionable steps to live, work, and play.