Second Central Florida Musician Wins Open For An Icon Competition

AirTab Music, in partnership with SunFest, is thrilled to announce the newest Open For An Icon winners. South Florida's Leah Dibut and Central Florida's Noah Hunton are poised to ignite the main stage at the legendary music festival marking a pivotal moment in their careers and introducing them to the national spotlight.

Originally from Miami but now living in Boca Raton, Leah Dibut is a force of nature. Her electrifying blend of R&B and pop will set the stage ablaze on tonight, kicking off the festivities before music giants Shaggy and Nelly take the stage. Then Saturday night belongs to future country music sensation Noah Hunton. The talented musician from Ocala will captivate the crowd, warming them up for the incredible performance by country music great Cole Swindell.

25-year-old Hunton says he's always dreamed of becoming a country star ever since he was little and has posted this advice on noahhuntonmusic.org for anyone reaching for the stars, "Don’t let people decide what you can and can’t do. It’s your life so make it the best that you can."

Dennis Cunningham, CEO of AirTab Music launched Open For An Icon to help aspiring musicians make those dreams a reality. "Open For An Icon is rapidly becoming a cultural phenomenon," said Cunningham. "Through this platform, we are identifying and nurturing the music legends of tomorrow. Leah and Noah exemplify the exceptional talent and spirit this competition was designed to showcase."

Hunton is the second musician from Central Florida to win Open For An Icon. Last December, Orlando teenage rock band Hello Sister's career soared after their performance at the iHeartRadio Z100’s Jingle Ball in New York City warming the crowd up for Niki Minaj, SZA, Jelly Roll and others. Just weeks following that performance, Hello Sister's powerful rendition of Queen's iconic anthem "Don't Stop Me Now" become the official soundtrack for Dove Haircare's global "Beauty of Damage" campaign.

Sharing their overwhelming excitement for this opportunity, sisters Grace (18), Gabriella (17), and Scarlett (15) said "Queen has been a huge inspiration for us, and to have the chance to put our own spin on one of their iconic songs is a dream come true." You can hear it for yourself right now on Spotify.

For more on Open For An Icon, click here. You can also download the AirTab Music app.

About Open For An Icon and AirTab Music:

The nationwide Open For An Icon competition provides unrepresented-musicians with a unique opportunity to share the stage with some of today's biggest music stars. So far, winners have opened for country megastar Luke Bryan and performed alongside big names like SZA, Usher, and Jelly Roll at iHeartRadio's Jingle Balls. Presented by AirTab Music, a social engagement platform that connects independent artists with venues, offering audiences a guide to live music experiences. Through its extensive network, along with its non-profit Save Our Musicians Foundation, AirTab Music aims to make a significant impact on the lives of artists dedicated to their craft, from middle school through their careers.

About SunFest:

SunFest is produced by SunFest of Palm Beach County, Inc., a private 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. SunFest of Palm Beach County, Inc. consists of a 21-member board of directors; 25 committees; over 2100 volunteers; a full-time, year-round staff of 4; and approximately 75 corporate sponsors. SunFest is funded in part by the Palm Beach County Tourist Development Council through the Palm Beach County Cultural Council. SunFest is also sponsored in part by the State of Florida, the Department of State, the Division of Arts and Culture, and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture. The festival has provided a springtime soundtrack along its outdoor, palm-lined ¾ mile setting for nearly 40 years, and includes a variety of performers and upbeat, more-than-just-music offerings for sunseekers to reunite with friends.