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William Michael Morgan, born on May 13, 1993, is an American country singer from Vicksburg, Mississippi. Signed to Warner Bros. Nashville, his debut single "I Met a Girl" reached notable success in 2016. The album "Vinyl" followed, but Morgan parted ways with Warner Bros. Nashville in January 2019.

Willie Hugh Nelson, born on April 29, 1933, is an influential American country singer, guitarist, and songwriter. A key figure in outlaw country, he gained acclaim with albums like "Shotgun Willie," "Red Headed Stranger," and "Stardust." Beyond music, Nelson's career spans over 30 films, books, and activism for biofuels and marijuana legalization. From writing his first song at seven to joining the U.S. Air Force, Nelson's journey led him to Nashville, where he recorded his debut album in 1962. Tired of the corporate Nashville scene, he found a new home in Austin, Texas, reinvigorating his passion for music.

Willis Earl Beal, born on the south side of Chicago, faced challenges in the U.S. Army due to health issues. Despite a period of homelessness, he expressed his creativity through music and art. Beal's positive journey continued with a recording contract, releasing his debut album "Acousmatic Sorcery" in 2012. In 2013, he starred in the film "Memphis," gaining recognition.

Willow Camille Reign Smith (born October 31, 2000) is an American singer and actress, daughter of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith. She achieved early success with the platinum-certified single "Whip My Hair" in 2010 and signed with Roc Nation, becoming its youngest artist. Smith explored neo-soul in her debut album "Ardipithecus" (2015) and received acclaim for subsequent albums.

Willy Mason (born November 21, 1984) is an American singer-songwriter and the descendant of philosopher William James. Born in White Plains, New York, he moved to Martha's Vineyard at the age of five. Mason attended local schools, including Martha's Vineyard Regional High School, where he engaged in various musical activities and bands like Keep Thinking, Cultivation, and Slow Leslie. His early exposure to music and diverse experiences laid the foundation for his career in folk and indie music.

William George Sinclair (born June 2, 1989), professionally known as Willy Moon, is a talented New Zealand singer, songwriter, and producer. His 2012 single "Yeah Yeah" gained widespread recognition, featured in the Apple iPod advert and reaching No. 26 on the UK Singles Chart. Moon's journey has taken him from Wellington, New Zealand, to Berlin and London, and since 2014, he has been embracing the vibrant energy of New York City. His passion for music continues to inspire, bringing joy to listeners around the world.

Winger, the '80s rock band from New York City, gained fame with hits like "Seventeen" and "Headed for a Heartbreak." After a hiatus, they reunited in 2001, releasing albums like "IV," "Karma," and "Better Days Comin'." In 2023, they returned with "Seven."

Juan Luis Morera Luna, born December 19, 1979, known by his stage name Wisin, is a Puerto Rican reggaeton rapper, singer, and record producer. He is a member of the reggaeton duo Wisin & Yandel, known for their aggressive rap style. Wisin and Yandel began performing in the late '90s, debuting with "Los Reyes del Nuevo Milenio" in 2000.

Wisin & Yandel, a Puerto Rican reggaeton duo, formed in the late 1990s and achieved success with albums like "Los Reyes del Nuevo Milenio" (2000) and "Mi Vida... My Life" (2003). They won a Grammy Award in 2009, becoming the first reggaeton artists to do so. After a hiatus in 2013, they reunited in 2018, announcing a world tour and new music. The duo has sold over 15 million records.

Within Temptation, a Dutch symphonic metal band, was founded in 1996 by Sharon den Adel and Robert Westerholt. Known for their atmospheric and melodic symphonic metal/rock sound, they gained public attention in 2001 with the single "Ice Queen" from the album "Mother Earth." The band continued to grow internationally with albums like "The Silent Force" (2004) and "The Heart of Everything" (2007). They also released live albums like "Black Symphony" (2008) and "An Acoustic Night at the Theatre" (2009).

Wiz Khalifa, born Cameron Jibril Thomaz, is a renowned American rapper. He gained early success with his debut album in 2006 and later achieved widespread recognition with hits like "Black and Yellow." Khalifa's career continued with successful albums like "Rolling Papers" (2011) and "Blacc Hollywood" (2014), along with the chart-topping single "See You Again" (2015).

Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, born July 16, 1990, professionally known as Wizkid, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. A key figure in the modern Afrobeats scene, Wizkid gained prominence with hits like "Holla at Your Boy" from his debut album "Superstar" (2011) under Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E). His second album, "Ayo" (2014), included the single "Jaiye Jaiye." In 2016, his collaboration with Drake on "One Dance" set records, and he signed with RCA Records in 2017, releasing "Sounds from the Other Side."