Today, unfortunately, we learned that two top vote-getters, Michel Gondry and David Byrne, would have to back out due to scheduling conflicts – which happens, especially for guys as busy as they are. But we’re still damn proud of our field of nominees. In fact, the shuffle has enabled Apple Creative Director Mimi Cook to move comfortably into the Top 25, and we think Mimi’s got the goods to move up even further – so keep an eye on her!

The loss of Gondry and Byrne leaves no shortage of barrier-busting talents who refuse to do business as usual. Before nominations closed on the 20th, we added William “Axe” Gelner, CD on the Axe deodorant campaign for BBH New York now at 180 LA, as well as Brian Jonestown Massacre and Obscura Digital Founder Travis Threlkel.

We’re glad to have them. Vote your support for creative genius today.