Meet the Artists & Entertainers of
Anahata's Purpose 2025

MC/ Poet/ Songwriter Kuf Knotz and classically trained Harpist / Guitarist / Pianist / Vocalist Christine Elise have combined forces to create a new album. The unlikely pair connected and built the project with a similar vision, wanting to create positive, forward thinking music driven by a strong message. Both individuals are intrinsically motivated to foster community growth through musical expression.

Kuf Knotz and Christine Elise offer motivational creative arts workshops and performances at various settings such as hospitals, schools and community centers. Their mission is to use the power of music, personal experience and empathetic relation to help individuals grow to meet their fullest potential.

KOSER is an alt rock band based in Philadelphia, blending brooding textures with explosive, genre-bending energy. Drawing from post-punk, grunge, and electronic influences, their sound is equal parts raw and cinematic—soulful melodies woven through walls of sound and sharp, honest lyricism. Since forming in 2022, the five-piece has built a reputation for crafting immersive sonic experiences, both on stage and in the studio. Their live shows pulse with the same intensity and emotional depth as their recordings—moody, magnetic, and unmistakably KOSER. Listen to them on HERE on Spotify

Høly River is a musical duo known for their ethereal pop soundscapes, transcendent melodies, and environmental activism.
Rooted in themes of nature, spirituality, and human connection, their music weaves together elements of indie folk, world, and ambient genres.
The duo's performances create an immersive experience that transcends the boundaries of a traditional concert, offering audiences moments of reflection, introspection and inspiration.

In addition to their music, Laney and Jameson are passionate advocates for environmental stewardship and community building.

They are the founders of Fonticello Food Forest, a thriving urban food forest in Richmond, VA dedicated to nature connection, education and community access to fresh and rescued food.

The Devil & Daisy Dirt is a spellbinding alt‑folk, Garden‑State gothic experience that reimagines the iconic legend of the Jersey Devil through a bluegrass‑infused one‑hour performance. Set in the eerie Pine Barrens and backed by haunting folk‑country songs from Arlan Feiles, the show follows Daisy Dirt, a hardworking diner waitress who discovers a wounded, winged creature—part mythic, part gentle cryptid—languishing in a dumpster behind "Devil’s Diner." With the help of tarot‑reading Effie and a mysterious talisman of “muscle meat,” Daisy must outwit a sinister poacher named Tasty and guide the creature to a magical portal atop Apple Pie Hill, opened only by a midnight lightning strike.

Created by Rutgers professor Alex Dawson, who also narrates the tale, this immersive production features an eight‑foot wearable Jersey Devil puppet crafted by Dan Diana, live bluegrass music, and a cast led by Jackie Fogel as Daisy. Critics have praised it as “Jim Henson meets Johnny Cash,” highlighting its emotional depth, inventive staging, and genre‑blending. Equal parts creature‑feature spectacle and heartwarming folk ballad, the show masterfully explores themes of acceptance, belonging, and the humanity behind myth—earning standing‑room performances across NJ and NY since its 2024.

Nah Mean? is the moniker for Nicholas Hockley's creative spirit. A cultivator of energy & sounds he masterfully picks a selection of music specific to each event's set & setting ranging from house, downtempo, tribal, breaks, world, and rare groove but most importantly what is needed in the moment.

He is the creator of Love Portal which is a nomadic ecstatic dance, sound healing, and community gathering focused on turning yoga, wellness, and community spaces into safe spaces for expression.

He is also the founder of Say Less Records & event "Say Less Dance More". A monthly dance party which ran for 5 years residing at the Liaison Room in Philadelphia.

With an affinity for spiritually & ceremony he finds himself playing more & more ecstatic dances connecting with like minded communities through his musical offerings.

Jewelissa is a dazzling multi-hyphenate performer from South Jersey whose artistry bridges narrative burlesque, fusion belly dance, and spellbinding silk veil work. A graduate of the Philadelphia Burlesque Academy’s Act Development program, they burst onto the scene in 2017 as a bellyesque performer, seamlessly merging burlesque and belly dance into a style all their own. Since then, Jewelissa has graced stages at events like BeardFest, Anahata’s Purpose, and Raven’s Night in DC, earning acclaim for their mesmerizing presence and innovative performances. Their talents recently earned them the title of “Pandora’s Box of Philly Burlesque” after winning Season X of the Philadelphia Burlesque Battle Royale, wowing audiences with acts that continually defied expectations.

Drawing from a background in colorguard and flow arts, Jewelissa infuses fan veil technique and group choreography with dynamic precision and breathtaking flair. Now stepping into the role of instructor at the Philadelphia Burlesque Academy, they’re excited to share their passion and expertise with fellow performers. This year, Jewelissa is conjuring new magic with The Feats of Dionysus: A Cabaret with the Big Gay God—a vibrant, sensual tribute to the god of revelry, promising an unforgettable blend of mythology, movement, and queer joy.

Ghost Pipe's mission is to use music as a modality for healing by incorporating spoken wisdom into 100% unplanned, improvisational sets that meet every moment for a total co-creative live experience with the audience. Ghost Pipe sets often include tribal beats spanning from across culture, space, and time to support your personal, spiritual, and psychological growth.

Ghost Pipe, based out of New Jersey, USA, is a multi instrument producer and artist whose sets are focused on tribal beats, dubby drops, and plant-medicine community music from around the world.