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  More than just a musician… Samuel J’s powerful creative performances and deeply moving music are captivating hearts around the world.

Born in the southern British Isles with strong Celtic roots and an unwavering love for nature, there is an old wisdom that runs through the soul of this unique songwriter. In a time of great divide in our world, the rich and loving warmth of Samuel’s works is celebrated as a valuable gift by many. Samuel writes, composes, and produces all of his music and, in more recent years, has been producing other artists and films, including National Geographic documentaries.

Samuel's new hybrid dance set, “Step to the Magic,” is his most compelling live set so far, lighting up audiences on his current tours.

Performed/toured with: RY X, Xavier Rudd, Poranguí, Donavan Frankenreiter, Mose, Ayla Nereo, Zero 7, Jurassic 5, Ben Harper, Michael Franti, Lauryn Hill, G Love, and an array of the leading musicians in Brazil.

Played at: Glastonbury, Shambhala, Lightning in a Bottle, Lollapalooza, Envision, World Surf Tour, Secret Garden, Big Chill, Wanderlust, Arise, One Love, and many more.

SUPERPOWERS is the dance-forward electronic project from the artist, songwriter, and producer Tubby Love. Blending dance pop, indie dance, house, and conscious electronic music, SUPERPOWERS creates an immersive electronic transformational journey designed for movement, emotion, intensity, and release.

The project brings the pulse of a nightclub set into a more cathartic, full-spectrum experience - one that moves through euphoria, connection, longing, vulnerability, celebration, and release. It is music for dance floors, late-night sets, sober-conscious spaces, transformational festivals, and immersive live experiences where people come not just to party, but to feel lighter, clearer, and more whole.

Noah Proudfoot is a songwriter, producer, and DJ based in Asheville, North Carolina, blending silky vocals, R&B guitar, and poetic lyricism with folk-electronic and soulful medicine music. His third album, Born to Fly, recorded partly at Sacred Sound Studios in Costa Rica and funded by 171 Kickstarter backers, became his bridge to Latin America. It led to Envision Festival in Costa Rica, where he joined electronic producer Mose onstage to perform their song together, and to shows at Over the Rainbow in Costa Rica, Sonidos del Lago in Mexico, and Eagle's Nest in Guatemala. Back home, it carried him to festival stages across the US, including Burning Man, Sol Fest, Imagine Gathering, Revival Gathering, Conscious Growth Convergence, and High Vibe Fest.

 Performing on Friday November 13th at Zen Goddess Take Over all female line-up Whitney Blake is an electronic dance music DJ and an American hip-hop singer-songwriter with a soulful reggae influence,  positive message, and honest emotive delivery. 

 Rainy Angel is a Hip-Hop Artist/ Rapper from Melbourne Florida. She’s been writing lyrics and rapping since age 16 and instantly fell in love after writing her first verse. Inspired by her experiences in day to day life, while growing and evolving, she will often daydream and create. She’s always been curious about what is beyond the physical world and tuning in with that which occurs in spiritual realms.  “As I awaken to these things, I have discovered that music and myself are infinite and we all have an unlimited creativity to express. That’s the message that I share with the world, to remember who we are.” .

  Bloomurian is the electronic music & DJ project of Robin Liepman (Bloom), originally from California, & now Colorado based. Bloomurian’s style ranges from Ecstatic Dance, Folktronica, World & Psychedelic Bass, to Organic House, DnB, & beyond, fusing face-melting, heart-opening, soul-awakening multidimensional frequencies.

Bloomurian DJs festivals, ecstatic dances, concerts, & retreats worldwide, weaving original tracks, collaborations, remixes, & tasteful selections, into a rich tapestry of sonic alchemy, always tuning in to the coherent vibe for each particular event & audience. He often plays electric guitar, flute & his signature shovel slide-guitar during his sets, & often has live instrumentalists (violin, sax, drums etc.) & vocalists join him on stage.

Bloomurian reads the energy of the moment & steers the spaceship in the direction most conducive to ecstatic states of awakening & embodied movement medicine. The vibe can get down dark & dirty, light vibrant & uplifting, psychedelic, transformational, & worldly, depending on the frequency of the moment.

 Robert Aura Freitag ( Pushing Lotuses )  has been experimenting with music since 1992, He has recently ventured into styles of uplifting Electronic Basye Gitchy Hypnotic Tunes. When seeing and hearing him you will definitely feel his Energy through the music understanding that we are all connected in this Beautiful Crazy place Called the Universe. Music is not the only form in which he shows his love, but in art as well. Specializing in Visionary Art gathering information in order to represent it as best as he can in this realm. Using all of his gifts in conjunction, is his way of showing how to Understand and Enjoy the Universal Language, Namaste 

 As an author, emcee, promoter, booking agent, and tour manager, sympL has worn many hats and his resume includes some of the best in hip hop and EDM. First and foremost, however, he is an artist raised, groomed, and tested by the d.i.y. ethos. As founding member and manager of the group, Projekt Lotus, he was able to establish a solid and loyal fanbase around the U.S. He worked up the touring ranks both solo and with his group to share the stage and support highly publicized tours with Wu-Tang Clan's Cappadonna, Del the Funky Homosapien and Hieroglyphics, Chali2na and Akil the MC of Jurassic 5, Cypress Hill,  Das EFX, the Artifacts, and more. For several years, he teamed up with Lifted Presents to curate and promote up & coming bass music artists such as Downlink, Zebbler Encanti Experience, Clozee, Esseks, Freddy Todd, Kirby Bright, Mc Wavy, DJ Dara, and others. sympL's touring schedule had always been hectic - juggling between hosting EDM events as an MC while also performing & promoting hip hop events across the country. 

 From Raves and EDM events, fashion shows, pagan festivals and Burning man regionals to anime and comic cons and even steampunk themed weddings, DJ Duke does them all!  

He’s a versatile and experienced dj that began spinning old skool vinyl in the 90s at underground Waterhouse parties (and still does!) but has mostly transferred over to digital for ease of transport. 

Duke plays whatever the event calls for.  All genres including house, trance, deep house, trap, Drum and bass, breaks, ambient, electro swing, pop, rock and mash ups.  Deep down he’s still that OG techno, EDM raver at heart tho!

 AVE has been with Zen Awakening Festival since it's begining in 2014 and has been a key component to the Zen experience as our production manager and performing artist. He is the muisic ambassador behind every Zen. 

AVE is a DJ producer and live set performer based out of Tampa with roots all up the East Coast.  He has had multiple residencies in Central Florida and has played numerous shows and festivals from Miami to New Jersey and west through Mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee  His broad style will bring you everything from Psy-Bass to Funky House to Deep Dark Wubs.  His organic approach to blending sounds will get you moving right always.

Flint Blade weaves sonic textures from across the galaxy to create uplifting soundscapes live in the moment. Channeling inspiration via electronics, beatbox, vocals and various world instruments, Flint has made a name for himself by mastery of the Chapman Stick — a rare instrument most people have never seen before. 

Invented in 1969 California, the Stick combines bass and guitar into a full-range fretboard played exclusively by two-handed tapping; conjuring rich tapestries of sound full of whimsy and wonder.
Based in South Florida, Flint tours nationally, performing on festival stages, ecstatic dance floors; for flow arts and in conscious spaces across the country while releasing beautiful bangers on High Vibe Records and his own label, In Love Records. 

Drawing influence from diverse musical traditions, Flint is known to swirl it all in: ethereal new age; dub reggae; jazz; downtempo electronica and high energy house music all culminate into a signature “Jambient” sound that brings people out of their heads, into their bodies and onto the dance floor.

Bhakti Bliss Kirtan has a unique style which transports you to a deep devotional place in your heart, while also inspiring you to get up and dance and express your joy and bliss for life! Kirtan is the joyful expression of Bhakti Yoga, the yoga of devotion, and it’s one of the easiest ways to open your heart and feel your love connection to all of everything!

Cheryl Chaffee is the group's founder- she has been leading kirtan at yoga studios, churches, temples, community centers and sacred spaces around the world since 2009, including festivals such as the Rasa Lila Fest, the Tampa Indian Music Festival, Aqueous Festival, Wonderfruit, Lovelight Festivals, Shakti Rising Goddess Festival, Sangha Fest, and Zen Awakening Festival. Cheryl’s angelic voice and grounded energy is personal, inspiring, and transformative.

Each band member brings their unique artistry to the group, creating a multi-dimensional sound experience. The combined vibrations lift you up and help you attune to your own inner resonance, as well as connect with the frequencies of the Divine. Audience participation is encouraged! Sing and dance your heart’s blissful freedom!

 Max Kucera is an artist dedicated to seeking out the primordial spirit of America, in the hopes of becoming an integrated, forward-moving element of its culture. Drawing from folk, bluegrass, and rock n’ roll sources in tandem with explorations of the unknown, Max seeks to explore and live the questions of who we are and what we are becoming, all the while coming to grips with what It means to be alive in a heartfelt, meaningful way (and perhaps to have some fun along the journey 

 From the vibrant roots of Puerto Rico and Trinidad, DJ Drum Silva and Reka, (Drum Circle Hippie) unite the ancestral power of Afro and Latino percussion with deep, hypnotic Tribal House grooves!

With 30 years behind the turn tables, Dj Drum Silva fuses high energy house beats from his home city of Newark, New Jersey, with his love for Afro-Latin Percussion. Enriching his mix with the raw, live energy of his Congas.

Joining forces with him is Reka, the Drum Circle Hippie, a Florida-based percussionist and rhythm facilitator who channels the spirit of West Africa through the heartbeat of her Djembe. 

 Adam Engelson has been involved in the Florida festival scene since the early 2010s, whether hosting mini-fest fundraisers for his non-profit, teaching workshops to kids of all ages, or performing music with his band, Adam has found a family in this community. He is excited to be teaching "Poi Fundamentals: Planes, Timing and Direction" and "Join The Magician's Guild: An Intro to Card Magic" at the Kids Camp this year, as well as hosting a collaborative song writing workshop! . 

  Deep Pine delivers a reggae‑funk‑ska‑rock fusion shaped by sharp songwriting, jam‑driven energy, and coastal Americana. Their albums build track by track into a fuller, deeper sound that highlights Dylan Cowles’ standout musical instinct. A staple of the Tampa Bay scene, Deep Pine’s live shows are communal, spirited, and groove‑heavy—music that feels familiar and fresh from the first listen. With two mastered albums, growing streaming traction, and radio support from WMNF Tampa, WSLR Sarasota, and WLMX St. Petersburg, Deep Pine is stepping into an exciting new chapter

  Eternal Madness is an exploration of consciousness through the journey of sound. The experience takes you through the layers of your own psyche as a part of the whole organized chaos that is the universe. Madelyn practices holding space in many aspects of her life and intends musically to create a space of allowance and acceptance for you to dance freely and connect with your body through the art of movement. With her musical expression, she hopes to connect with listeners through exploring and expanding each of our individual expression and to find mutual resonance throughout the journey of sound. she hopes to inspire and awaken. Madness believes that music is one of the greatest gifts and has the power to heal, connect, and synchronize you to the divinity of the eternal. There's a quote that says find yourself and be that. Through trying to escape multiple times Madelyn has accepted there is no escaping her madness. In fact, she realized that is was an integral part of her. so she embraced it. To the fullest extent. Combining the divinity we all inhabit with the madness and synchronized chaos she has found herself and the world around her to be.   

LUZHER is an Orlando-based trio blending alternative rock, indie pop, blues, and soul with expressive guitar work, soulful vocals, and driving grooves. The band’s connection began during an overseas military deployment, where a shared passion for music brought its members together. Building on music already released by founder and singer-songwriter Ana, LUZHER grew into a collective sound shaped by Cuban roots and church musical traditions.

At the heart of The LuzHer Experience is honest expression: making space for every emotion and allowing it to pass through. Moving from intimate storytelling to high-energy performances, the trio invites audiences to let loose, show up as themselves, and connect through music they don’t just hear, but feel.

 Christian Sun is a world troubadour & lifelong student of music, culture, and connection. His musical journey is rooted in the power of rhythm, melody, and community. Through Christian Sun & The Djelikan, he explores the meeting of the traditional voice of the West African Griots with soulful roots and rhythms that celebrate and activate our being, creating music that invites people to listen deeply, move freely, and celebrate themselves and each other. 

 Boka Kouyate is a singer and multi-instrumentalist (balafón, guitar, djembe) from Guinea. He is a member of West Africa’s most famous family of Mande hereditary musicians, also referred to as griots or jalis/djelys.  Boka was born into a griot tradition, the son of Djely Nounke Kouyaté, a guitarist, balafonist and a traditional storyteller, and Djéné Dioubate, a Djely popular singer in Guinea.  Boka began singing with his mom at a young age, strapped to her back as a child while moving from ceremony to ceremony.  His father's balafón playing and traditional stories made up Boka's first musical education.

 MT.BRAJ is a Gainesville, Florida-based artist creating immersive experiences through sound, visuals, and live performance. Rooted in intention and inner exploration, each release unfolds as part of a larger creative world. Pulling inspiration from his life as a monk in his 20s and with a focus on growth, transformation, and shared energy, MT.BRAJ invites listeners into a space where reflection and movement coexist. 

Spinning underground vinyl Florida breaks since the 90’s. Currently with the East Coast Collective DJ’s founded by Andy Hughes. Also play with the Back 2 Wax Crew and Team no Chill.

   “Swami Hill is conscious hip hop artist from Houston, Texas, residing in Gainesville, Florida. His music is a direct reflection of gratitude and love centered around self and our connection to each other. Captivating lyrics…beautiful beats and most of all positive and uplifting message. 

 Zin Onyx is an Arkansas born multi-genre musician currently based in Florida. He is a singer, songwriter and self produced artist whose live performances evoke ecstatic dancing, tears and profound connection to life and one another. His world sound includes pop, folk, indie, hip hop, reggae and medicine music, with a focus on intentional lyrics that uplift, empower and inspire hope for humanity - and leave a melodic prayer to continue humming long after the show.

Zin has been performing since 2018 including at World Rhythms Festival in Seattle Washington, Earth Day Festival on Maui Hawaii, an array of transformational events in Europe and Banyan Sound Festival in Florida.

His mission is to honor and preserve the organic blueprint of humanity by reminding through song our role as stewards of the Earth and carriers of sacred gifts - piercing through the mainstream narrative to remind us of our potential, purpose, joy and power.

Marvy Waves is a soul-stirring force emerging from New York, guided by her Filipino roots and now flowing through the vibrant landscapes of Miami and Homestead, FL. Blending Soul, R&B, Reggae, Progressive Funk Rock, Ecomusicology, and Disco, she creates a soundscape that moves like water; fluid, cleansing, and deeply alive.

Her music carries a mission as powerful as the tides: to inspire compassion for Mother Earth, honor all loving beings, and awaken a more intentional way of birthing the next generation. 

Through her original songs, Marvy Waves invites listeners to return to their inner truths, dive fearlessly into their passions, and embody their soul’s calling. Each track becomes a ripple of service for the generations to come.

Empowering yet serene, her artistry mirrors nature itself; breathtaking, restorative, and unafraid to carve new paths. Each performance becomes a ripple of healing and awakening, guiding audiences back to the waters within and toward a future worth protecting

Rü’s relationship with music began early, guided by a natural curiosity and a piano beneath his fingers. That curiosity expanded into guitar, bass, drums, and synthesizers, and through devoted practice he was composing original music by his teenage years.

Drawn by a love of exploration, he stepped into DJing in the early 2000s, touring regionally under the name Relapse and sharing stages with a wide range of artists along the way.

After a long period of reflection, Rü found renewed alignment within the name Sum Dood. Now returning with intention, he offers sets designed to support movement, connection, and the shared experience of sound as a living energy. 

Sufiro is a Chicago-based singer-songwriter and poet whose work explores the inner world as a pathway to something universal. Raised in a Punjabi household where music and art were ways of expressing what words alone could not, she draws from a deep cultural inheritance and a lifelong curiosity about the unseen parts of being human.

Rooted in introspection, her work is guided by the collective dream of moving closer to the oneness of the universe. Through music and poetry, Sufiro transforms personal reflection into shared experience, exploring healing, surrender, faith, and the ways we find our way back to ourselves and each other. She sees the voice as more than a means of expression: it is a force capable of creating ripples of change, connecting people across boundaries and reminding us of what we hold in common.

Her sound moves fluidly between alternative pop, electronic, tropical, world instruments and experimental textures, bringing together the intimate, confessional songwriting of Lizzy McAlpine with the cinematic melancholy of Lana Del Rey. 

 If you’ve been a part of festival culture from West Coast and beyond you have probably crossed paths with Carl aka Moon Juice. Whether it be at Earthdance in Mendocino to the Desert Playa of Burning Man. In the Midwest at events like Infrasound or Bassgasm to one of his shows in Northern California and Oregon. After all these years it becomes the 6th degrees of Moonjuice. If you don’t know him you definitely know someone who does. 

Hailing from the volcanic soils of Hawai’i, LEHUA is a multi blooming tastemaker, dj, and dancer. Rooted in love and guided by Spirit, she’s been dancing through her vast earth walk inspired by nature, movement, community, and the ever-changing rhythms of life.

LEHUA’s dj sets are attuned to the frequencies of the body. Her sonic journeys are woven through her love for bass, groove, rhythm, and atmosphere that invite the dance floor into deeper states of presence and expression. 

  Bodhi Lowski blends soulful alternative rock, raw hip-hop, and the timeless storytelling of folk into a sound that defies easy categorization. Driven by honest lyricism, emotional depth, and a powerful live presence, his music moves seamlessly between introspective acoustic moments, gritty rock energy, and rhythmic rap. At its core, Bodhi’s music is about connection—turning real experiences, emotions, and stories into songs that hit somewhere deeper, going straight to the heart of his audience and listeners everywhere