Hailing from Chicago, educator, beatmaker, and DJ, Hameedullah takes and blends from his disciplines to create music and experiences that are uniquely his own. As Education Director at Miyagi Records, Hameedullah created the 101 curriculum, is lead instructor, and also mentors Chicago's emerging DJ community during and after their participation in the introductory 101 courses.

RTST (pronounced “Artist”) is a multi-format DJ and Turntablist. With 20 years of experience, he has played rooms ranging from intimate bars, clubs, large venues, and festival stages. He is also a renowned DJin the battle circuit. In 2014, he became the New York City Cut2Cut Champ. He represented the UnitedStates in the DMC Team World Finals alongside his team, the “Chicago Turntablist Authority."

Willtothe is a Chicago-based DJ, originally from Texas, known for curating unforgettable atmospheres through a fusion of global house, R&B, and hip hop—a signature sound he calls Future Soul. He has held residencies at Soho House and other historic venues in Austin, opened for legendary DJs such as DJ Jazzy Jeff and DJ Wayne Williams, and served as an adjunct instructor for two years in Austin, mentoring up-and-coming DJs and music creatives.

Harley Reid is a multi-media artist based out of Chicago, Illinois. With roots in jazz, blues and classical, Harley seeks to create music that is challenging, provocative, and dynamic. Known to operate in the worlds of metal, rock, hip hop, edm/electronic, alternative and experimental music.