First Play on The Point – July 14-July 18, 2014

Disclosure with "Latch."  An English electronic music duo, consisting of brothers Guy and Howard Lawrence.  The Grammy nominated duo teamed up with Sam Smith on "Latch."

Michael Franti & Spearhead with "11:59."  This is a band that blends hip hop with a variety of other styles including funk, reggae, jazz, folk and rock.  He purchased a bass at a pawn shop and started creating music inspired by hip hop, punk, and reggae that was being played on the campus radio station.  Recognize one of the venues in the video?

Pharrell Williams with "Come Get It Bae."   An American singer-songwriter, rapper, record producer, musician and fashion designer.  Early on he was in his school's marching band, he also plays drums and the keyboard.  He has said that one of A Tribe Called Quests albums caused a "turning point" in his life, which "made me see that music was art".

Brett Dennen with "Out Of My Head."  A folk/pop singer and songwriter from Northern California.  He was homeschooled where he learned music, becoming proficient with guitar then writing his own songs.  He has toured with John Mayer and had his songs featured in TV shows.

Colbie Caillat with "Try."  An American pop singer-songwriter and acoustic guitarist from Malibu, California.  She debuted in 2007 with the hit singles "Bubbly" and "Realize."  She got significant inspiration for her career from Lauryn Hill.  She also tried out on American Idol, but was rejected.  Everything happens for a reason.