LVVRS is a dynamic Louisiana-based band captivating audiences with their energetic pop-rock sound and compelling live shows. Their 2024 debut EP, Midnight Fantasy, featuring hit song “Iconic,” earned them radio play and media attention, while their music video for “Fever Night” won at the 2024 Josie Music Awards. Their music has also appeared in Netflix’s Love Is Blind and  The Ultimatum and the band had a cameo in the film Iron Claw. Fronted by River Gibson, LVVRS is praised for their blend of pop hooks, rock elements, and charismatic stage presence, performing over 60 shows a year. Their next EP, Heaven and the Heartland, arrives in November 2025, with the lead single “The Bed” out now, marking a new chapter in their evolving career.

Nicky Youre, a 26-year-old singer-songwriter from Southern California, is embracing a new, authentic sound inspired by ‘70s artists like Fleetwood Mac and The Doobie Brothers. His hit single “Sunroof” soared into the Top 10 on Billboard’s Hot 100 for 11 consecutive weeks, peaking at #4, surpassed 2 billion streams, earned him his first MTV VMA nomination for Song of the Summer, and led to his national TV debut on The TODAY Show. Now, Nicky is focusing on heartfelt songwriting and live performances with a full band. After early success and major label partnerships, he has launched a new era with the single “Light Me Up,” an energetic kickoff to his first album, signaling a deeper, more genuine direction in his music career.

Moody Joody does not fit in any boring box —nor would they want to. Equal parts swoony, sexy, and, well, moody, the Nashville trio is all about owning your humanness. A “girl group” —plus one guy —forged in the competitive fires of the Nashville music scene, Moody Joody is a perfect mixing and mingling of the trio’s eclectic experiences and tastes.

S.L. Houser is an established figure in the Austin music scene, known for her extensive work as both a collaborator and a touring musician with prominent acts like Zella Day of Chaparelle and Matthew Vasquez of Delta Spirit. She gained recognition as KUTX’s January 2024 Artist of the Month and has been nominated for Austin Musician of the Year twice. Her debut album, Hibiscus, received national radio play and was reissued on vinyl in August 2024. Houser is currently recording her next album and will be releasing live studio performances and a cover song leading up to Austin City Limits.

San Antonio-based INOHA is a musical group combining elements of intricate guitar work, powerful vocals, and infectious melodies to create a mix of indie, alternative, and pop-punk. In 2024, their song “Seventh Heaven” achieved viral success on TikTok, paving the way for their debut album, ALOHA INOHA. The band subsequently completed its first two-month international tour and is planning additional performances across the Pacific. Their latest release, Chance 2 Dance, showcases their most experimental sound to date, while maintaining a sense of originality and appeal.

Clover County channels the spirited storytelling of The Chicks and Sheryl Crow, infusing classic country songwriting with a witty, modern perspective on love and life. Her latest single, “Virginia Slim,” was produced by Carrie K. whose credits include Noah Kahan and Jessie Murph. Clover’s forthcoming debut album, Finer Things, arrives September 26 and explores the highs and lows of girlhood, heartbreak, and romance with a fresh, authentic voice. Having already shared the stage with acts like Lord Huron, Shakey Graves, and Medium Build, and set to support Sam Barber this summer, Clover County continues to carve out a unique and resonant space within contemporary country music.

GoldFord is a soul musician known for deeply personal, emotionally charged songs that explore heartbreak, healing, and self-discovery. Originally from St. Louis and now based in Los Angeles, he left a corporate career to pursue music after a life-changing loss. His breakout tracks, such as “Upside Down,” “Orange Blossoms,” and “Ride the Storm,” have garnered millions of streams and featured in major ad campaigns, film, and TV. GoldFord’s music resonates with listeners through honest storytelling and timeless vocals, and he is preparing to release a new record while making his festival debut at Austin City Limits.

Aaron Page is an emerging force in contemporary R&B known for heartfelt, melodic songs and honest lyrics. Inspired by artists like Drake and Michael Jackson, he began performing at a young age and honed his craft at a music academy, developing a sound blending moody rhythms with emotional storytelling. His lyrics are rooted in personal experiences and the world around him, unafraid to be vulnerable and honest, evident on his breakout track “Pretty Girls Love R&B.” Aaron has opened for R&B heavyweights PARTYNEXTDOOR and Bryson Tiller, and his latest EP, Before I Go, showcases his fresh, soulful style and positions him as a rising voice in modern R&B.

Tyler Ballgame centers his artistry on radical presence, viewing every live performance as a chance to break free from expectations and embrace authenticity. His alternative indie pop sound weaves nostalgia, joy, and classic songcraft, drawing inspiration from the songwriting of the ‘60s and ‘70s. With strong melodic hooks and the guidance of producers Jonathan Rado and Ryan Pollie, Tyler is preparing to release his debut album, For The First Time, Again, which embodies this commitment to genuine expression and musical connection.

Hailing from Isabela, Puerto Rico, Chuwi is an indie quartet that masterfully blends the traditional rhythms with contemporary production, creating a sound that is as soulful as it is dynamic. The group features siblings Lorén, Willy, Wester, and family friend Adrian. Known for their emotionally charged home-produced music and dynamic live shows, Chuwi honors Puerto Rican culture while reaching global audiences. Their recent collaboration on Bad Bunny’s “WELTiTA” gained international attention and solidified their place as emerging leaders in the global music scene.

Zinadelphia is an artist known for her timeless and vibrant songwriting, rooted in 1960s influences, and inspired by icons like Gloria Gaynor and Nancy Sinatra. After releasing her Lucky EP in 2023 and building a following while touring with acts like Medium Build, Teddy Swims, TALK, and Tori Kelly, she has continued to evolve her sound. Her sophomore EP, The Magazine, released in September 2024, blends genres like burlesque, disco, old Hollywood western, and soul. Zinadelphia’s music stands out for its energetic tempos and honesty about life’s challenges, making her a distinctive and engaging contemporary artist.

Feeling lost in the cosmos? Welcome to the vortex - a world created by eclectic European indie sensation Judy Blank. Impossible to pin down yet effortlessly turning life’s chaos into melodies that stick, the blue-eyed songstress invites you into Big Mood, her latest album. Painted in pastel hues, checkered floors, and dinosaurs, it’s a place where nostalgia collides with the unexpected, and every song feels like a scene from a film you wish you were living in.

Born and raised in the Netherlands, Blank fell in love with classic American cinema. The flickering haze of desert sunsets, endless open roads, and misfits searching for meaning. She first made waves in Europe, touring club circuits, playing major festivals, and charming crowds with her offbeat storytelling and sharp wit. But her obsession with the American dream never faded, pulling her to Nashville, where she recorded her ‘70s-inspired coming-of-age debut album, Morning Sun. The record gained international recognition, earned praise from Elton John, and won her an RIAA Gold Award for her jagged-edged folk ballad Tangled Up in You. Shortly after, she made history as the first Dutch artist ever to play AmericanaFest in Nashville, proving she could hold her own in the old-school big leagues, while still being the weirdest person in the room.

After making the leap to the U.S. last year, Blank quickly expanded her cult following, touring across the country with SUSTO and Wild Child. The Dutch DIY enigma opened for Noah Kahan & Flipturn, supported Michael Marcagi & Katie Pruitt on their European tours, and even played Willie Nelson’s Luck Reunion. Her singular, genre-defying artistry didn’t go unnoticed - this year, she was signed by Rounder Records, who will release her new LP, Big Mood, in August. Its first synth-drenched single, Dinosaurs, marked the beginning of a bold new chapter. Since its release, she’s been featured by Clash Magazine, No Depression, and Variety, landed in the Top 10 of Spotify’s Fresh Folk playlist, and was even named DJ Pick of the Week on Nashville’s leading indie station, Lightning 100.

Like many trailblazers, she refuses to be put in a box. One moment, she’ll hush a festival crowd like a ‘70s folk poet; the next, she’ll shake up a club with a fuzzed-out ‘60s bop, bathed in ‘80s synths, forever floating between eras. Though she’s a sucker for old stuff, Blank has never been interested in nostalgia for nostalgia’s sake. Her songs move like a restless camera, capturing love, longing, and the quiet battles no one talks about. She’s unafraid to shine a light on mental health, climate change, and social injustice, always standing up for the underdogs.

Press play, roll credits: Judy Blank is a cult classic in the making. Just wait till you see how the story unfolds.

Maggie Antone’s debut album, Rhinestoned, released August of 2024 and the track “Johnny Moonshine” was recently nominated for Americana Music Awards Song of The Year. Maggie’s clever lyrics and catchy melodies make fitting vessels for Antone's larger-than-life charisma and natural stage presence—qualities that she’s shown off on the road this year.

A formidable figure in the Philadelphia drill scene, rapper Skrilla bid for mainstream attention in 2024 with singles “GOD DAMN” and “Blahdahdahdahdah,” salvos from his major-label debut Underworld and its follow-up, Zombie Love Kensington Paradise. Skrilla was born Jemille Edwards, raised in the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia to a family of mixed Black and Mexican heritage. Though the perils of inner-city life didn’t diminish his upbringing, drugs and gang life were common sights conveyed through his early work. From his 2018 debut “Green Snake” to mixtapes like Kutthroat (2022) and Gemini Season (2023), he developed his signature slurring flow, capturing the signature effects of a drugged-out episode and pairing it with unusual hooks, from off-beat drum machines to mournful choir samples. This was enough to earn Skrilla a deal with hip-hop major Priority Records, which quickly released the singles “Booted” in 2023 and 2024 breakthroughs “Blahdahdahdahdah” and “GOD DAMN.” The latter ended up on his debut album Underworld, featuring guest verses by G Herbo and a posthumous appearance by local rapper YNG Cheese, as well as passages that reflected his devotion to the Afro-Cuban religion Santeria as a grounding influence. Zombie Love Kensington Paradise arrived nine months later, featuring highlights in “Blahdahdahdahdah,” “Matte Black,” and “Chiraq.”

Eric Slick is a singer/songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist from Nashville, TN. He’s performed and recorded with Dr. Dog, Taylor Swift, The War On Drugs, Waxahatchee, Kevin Morby, Ruston Kelly, Adrian Belew, Ween, and many more. Eric has several studio albums, including 2020’s acclaimed Wiseacre. He recently completed the film score for Hilary Swank’s film The Good Mother, which was released in theaters worldwide.

South Arcade formed as university friends, initially through lead singer Harmony Cavelle and guitarist Harry Winks recording demos before fleshing out the rest of the band. Recruiting Cody Jones on drums and Ollie Green on bass, the ads soliciting new members to join the “Royal Blood meets Charlie XCX” band were enticing enough to pull in the rhythm section to bring it together, but the band’s influences date further back to the rock and pop of late 90’s and early 2000’s. Those sounds drove their breakout song “DANGER” to blow up on TikTok – and more recent tracks “Nepo Baby,” “Riptide” and the latest single “How To Get Away With Murder” to follow suit. Their sound taps into the vibrant energy of the 2000s era but coupling it with modern production to keep moving seamlessly around the genre. The goal is to create a feeling, driven by the nostalgia of the resurgence of the late 90s/early 00s sounds rather than be bound by a specific genre. “Somehow our music makes people feel old but young at the same time, and that’s really cool,” says Harmony. “I love that it does that because then it appeals to everyone.”

Dizzy Fae has proven that genre is a thing of the past. Hailing from the Twin Cities, Dizzy Fae strayed from a path of classical training in singing and dance, bursting onto the scene at only 16, with Zane Lowe premiering her debut single as a teenager, seamlessly blending pop, R&B, electronic elements and more. Opening sold-out tours for names like Lizzo, Toro y Moi and Anna of the North, she is currently gearing up to release her debut album. This past June, she premiered her brand-new song “Try” at the Daniel Ek-founded symposium Brilliant Minds, and was featured on the cover of the coveted Fresh Finds playlist. With recent praise from the likes of Ebro Darden at Apple Music 1 and a string of releases around the corner, Dizzy Fae is poised to make the world dizzier than ever.

Founding member Read Southall hails from Oklahoma and is joined in the six-piece group by Reid Barber, Jeremee Knipp, Braxton Curliss, John Tyler Perry, and Ryan Wellman. Southall's musical influences range from country to rock to metal and everything in between, making for a wholly original sound that Rolling Stone described as “infuse[ing] rock and metal into the band’s coffee shop vibe.” The guitar-driven band never loses focus on meaningful lyrics, penning tunes that speak to every aspect of life and help drive a rock and roll experience for their audience, whether they're listening at home or at a packed show. The act throws gas on the fire beneath their fast-rising career with their last release, Southall – the raw and explosive self-titled album released via Smoklahoma Records. Southall’s 2021’s For the Birds features the epic six-minute long single “Where We Belong” and “impressive standout” (Raised Rowdy) “Rose Gold” and follows their 2017 album Borrowed Time, which includes their RIAA PLATINUM-certified single “Why.” Full of ‘70s soul, country-inspired lyricism, and rock and roll heart, their music draws packed crowds and evokes old-school country and early grunge all at once. Celebrating a decade of Southall, the band is currently out on their headlining 10 Years of Six String Sorrow Tour. Boasting nearly 700 million career streams, Southall is currently in the studio with new music promised soon.

Alex Amen is a 26-year-old singer/songwriter from Texas. At eighteen, Alex moved to California to study filmmaking. After one semester he dropped out and moved onto the “Dittman Family Commune,” a historic commune with ties to the anti-war, civil rights, and psychedelic countercultural movements of the mid-60’s. It was here that he formed his first band, American Slang in 2017. The band broke up shortly after, resulting in Alex’s move from Southern California to an island in the Puget Sound of Washington State. Here he spent three years in relative isolation, taking up various interests in mycology, mountaineering, poetry, and wooden boatbuilding. As years passed, Alex felt the increasing need to return to California to pursue music. In January of 2023, he self-produced his first record (unreleased) in a self-built studio at the historic Zorthian Ranch in Altadena, California. Alex now lives in Los Angeles and is performing and releasing music among the growing folk, Americana and country scene in the city.

With a voice that carries both warmth and vulnerability, Ally Salort’s music dives deep into themes of love, self-discovery, and emotional growth. Growing up in Maplewood, New Jersey, she fell in love with singing early on, asking for voice lessons at just seven after watching her older brother perform. At 14, she was flown to Los Angeles as a finalist in a national talent search. A year later, she began posting covers on YouTube, eventually finding her stride on TikTok, where her mix of raw vocals and heartfelt songwriting drew a dedicated fanbase. Now, at 22, Ally is preparing to release her debut EP, Change of Plans, marking a powerful new chapter in her artistic journey.

Supertaste’s debut album Supernova is some of the most disco-forward sonics and ambitious thematics from the band to date. Through yearly retreats to a cabin in Tennessee to hone their sound, Brooklyn-based Supertaste has developed a colossal atmosphere of sparkling synths, Chic-inspired guitar riffs, and unforgettable hooks. Whether you run into them late night at a bodega ordering sandwiches or on-stage performing, you’ll always be met with a smile. The Supertaste Cinematic Universe only continues to expand. Expect some big moments and bigger jams.

Born out of dorm-room demos and packed college house shows, The Bends are a rock band from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, reimagining the sound of early 2000s garage rock with catchy choruses and a stage ferociousness that can enthrall the most stubborn of attitudes. Formed after childhood friends - guitarist Ian Marmande and drummer Jacob Rhodes - linked up with frontman Hayden Field and bassist Chase Perkins during their time at Louisiana State University (LSU), the band played their first show in 2023 to a crowd of 800. Since then, The Bends mapped out their own college circuit tour, spilling over to stages in student-filled bars and clubs in college towns spread throughout the Southeast of the US. After selling out their first hard ticketed show at The Varsity in Baton Rouge this past May, the band is now gearing up for their first headline tour: Leeward Drive Tour, kicking off in September.  Prompted by their growing fanbase to share original music, The Bends released their debut track, “Makeup,” last year, reaching the Top 5 on Spotify’s Viral Chart while follow-up tune, “Weekend Love,” notched a coveted ‘Advance Placement’ slot on SiriusXM’s Alt-Nation channel. Their latest single, “Virginia,” preludes more new music to come from the four-piece this year. Influenced by the likes of The Strokes, Kings of Leon, and Cage the Elephant, The Bends have created real momentum the old-school way: One sweaty stage and packed room at a time.