07.16.2026
TouchGrass Music Fest Partners With Dream Con, Offering the Winner of Dream Con’s Music Star Search an Opportunity to Perform at the Inaugural Fest
Zay Of The Zoo, the Dream Con Star Search Contest Winner Will Open For Stars Such as Headliner PARTYNEXTDOOR
With Additional Performances by JID, Aminé, Monaleo, Flo Milli, TiaCorine, and Many More, TouchGrass Arrives in Orlando, FL on October 3rd 2026
Purchase Tickets for TGMF HERE
Hosted by the TouchGrass TV Collective, the Upcoming Music Fest Invites Fans and Creators to Emerge From Behind Their Screens and Connect in Real Life
Zay Of The Zoo, winner of Dream Con’s Music Star Search
(Credit: iKBoy)
The Announcement:
TouchGrass Music Fest, a one-of-a-kind music experience bringing internet culture, creators, artists, and fans together in real life, partnered with Dream Con, the premier entertainment convention celebrating gaming, anime, sports, film, music, and pop culture, to become the official prize sponsor for the Dream Con Music Star Search. On Saturday, July 11th, 10 contestants took the stage at Dream Con in Houston, TX, and one contestant emerged victorious: Zay Of The Zoo. As the winner of Dream Con’s Music Search competition, Zay Of The Zoo, a Chicago-based singer, songwriter, and producer, will earn the opportunity to open at TouchGrass Music Fest in Orlando, Florida on October 3, 2026. ARTIST’s upcoming festival set is a massive opportunity to win new fans, as they will grace a stage that will later feature luminaries like PARTYNEXTDOOR, and many more.
Touch Grass Music Fest exists to bring internet culture into the real world, creating a space where fans, artists, and creators can connect beyond their screens, be fully present in the moment, and celebrate the communities and creatives that inspire them. Along with its world-class artists, TouchGrass Music Fest welcomes a diverse array of creators, streamers, gamers, and YouTubers to join the party. The upcoming music fest brings a heavy-hitting lineup of high-quality artists, sure to satisfy hip-hop and R&B fans of all stripes. Along with headliner PARTYNEXTDOOR, the festival welcomes rap heavyweights JID, Aminé, Monaleo, Flo Milli, and many more. Most recently, TGMF added Trim, Slayr, and Sosocomo, three rappers from the recently-revealed 2026 XXL Freshman List, joining Chris Patrick on the bill. Tickets for the Tickets are on sale at TouchGrassMusicFest.com.
TouchGrass Music Fest will be hosted by the TouchGrass TV collective, a dynamic streaming collective, composed of Dwight (Roshi), Sheera (ItzSheera), Paul (Lupasan), JazzyGuns, and Dwayne Kyng. Each member brings a distinct energy to the group. Dwight’s visionary leadership and entrepreneurial mindset, Sheera’s multifaceted drive and business acumen, and Paul’s infectious humor and deep roots in online gaming culture are complemented by JazzyGuns’ high-energy presence and cultural impact in gaming and anime, and Dwayne Kyng’s influential voice in the reaction and gaming community.
Each creator built a following on their own, but they bonded after meeting in person at several live events, forming a friendship that evolved into regular collaborations and eventually, building a unified platform rooted in their shared passions: gaming, anime, music, and internet culture. Together, they have built a loyal and highly engaged community, amassing millions of subscribers across platforms and establishing a top-tier presence in the digital content space. As individuals and as a group, the collective aims to push boundaries, and with TouchGrass Music Fest, they are taking their biggest step yet.
Stay tuned for more announcements about TouchGrass Music Fest as the event approaches.
Find more information at the TouchGrass Music Fest website.
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TouchGrassTV: ( l to r) JazzyGuns, Roshi, Lupasan, Sheera, Dwayne Kyng
Credit: Motion State Media
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The Background:
About TouchGrass TV Collective:
Roshi
Content Creator | Streamer | Entrepreneur
Dwight, known online as Roshi is a content creator and entertainer. Representing the Tampa, FL area he entered the creator world with his wife Sheera and best friend Paul (Lupasan) in the late 2010s. Since then he has led the trio to the top of the reaction community, Amassing over 1 million subscribers on YouTube and managing one of the top 25 Patreon channels in the world, cementing one of the largest loyal communities in the niche. In addition, Dwight is also a variety streamer alongside his wife, providing entertainment and community through gaming. In a climate where creatives are defined by their greatest hits, he continues to prove that you are more than your most viral moment. Continued growth and evolution is a key goal throughout Dwight’s career and he plans to continue to show that black creatives have no limits or restrictions.
Sheera
Content Creator | Streamer | Entrepreneur
Sheera, also known as ItzSheera, is a multifaceted force in both business and entertainment. Based in Florida, her vibrant personality reflects the energy of the state she calls home. Alongside her husband, YaBoyRoshi, she has built a powerful presence in the digital space—amassing over 1 million YouTube subscribers and ranking among the top 1% of Patreon creators. Together, they’ve cultivated a highly engaged and loyal community. Expanding beyond content, Sheera is stepping into the live events space with the launch of their first music festival, marking an exciting new chapter in their entrepreneurial journey. Driven by excellence in everything she pursues, Sheera is committed to building a lasting legacy—paving the way for her children while inspiring others to dream bigger and achieve more.
Lupasan
Content Creator | Gamer | Entertainer
Lupasan is a content creator and gaming personality. Residing in the Tampa, FL area, he started his career as a creator as one of the early online personalities on YouTube in its infancy. His boisterous personality allowed him to be a part of the early fighting game community online and build a significant fanbase. Lupasan continues to entertain through comedy with his infectious energy as one of the core members of the YaBoyRoshi trio and has built a strong core community through his gaming streams.
JazzyGuns
Content Creator | Gamer | Entertainer
Jasmine, aka JazzyGuns (“Bang Bang Gang Gang”) is a powerhouse in the gaming and entertainment space. Hailing from the D(M)V, she is known for her infectious laugh, high-energy personality, and authentic reactions! Partnered with her Fiancé Dwayne Kyng they both have amassed over 2 million YouTube subscribers and plan to keep representing Black nerds in gaming, anime, and pop culture.
Dwayne Kyng
Content Creator | Entertainer | Gamer
Dwayne, known as Dwayne Kyng (With a “Y” not an “I”) is a cornerstone of the YouTube reaction and entertainment community. Dwayne was born in New York and later became a D(M)V resident. Along with gaining over 2 million subscribers with his fiancé JazzyGuns, Dwayne is making waves in the gaming community as he focuses on Marvel Rivals and making a space for Black gamers!
Links:
TouchGrass Music Fest: official site | instagram
TouchGrass TV: instagram | youtube
Dream Con: website | instagram | youtube
