AUGUST 1–4, 2024 • GRANT PARK • CHICAGO, IL
Singer/songwriter Chance Emerson’s melodic folk-rock style was forged from his unique experiences growing up between Hong Kong and Maine. A descendant of revered American essayist Ralph Waldon Emerson, Chance is the son of a Taiwanese mother and an American father whose passion for making music found him performing up and down the Northeast corridor, headlining clubs and opening for acts like Blues Traveler and Nancy Wilson’s Heart. After receiving a prestigious John Lennon Songwriting Award from BMI, Chance performed at the renowned Newport Folk Festival, Americanafest, and SXSW. His 2023 album, Ginkgo, with lead single “House We Share,” landed features on Spotify’s prominent ‘Dinner with Friends’ and “Next Gen Singer-Songwriter” playlists.
Goldie Boutilier is a Canadian singer/songwriter raised on the music of Tammy Wynette and Dolly Parton. Her songs are notable for their cinematic quality and exploration of tragic romance, glamour, and melancholia, containing references to her small-town upbringing in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, with a nod to 1950s and 1960s Americana. Goldie made her first performance at age five using her family’s junkyard business as a rehearsal space and signed her first record deal with Interscope Records at the age of 21. Influenced by her Cape Breton roots, the creative process behind her upcoming album, The Actress, was a departure from her previous releases, and one that sent her on a journey of honesty, purity, vulnerability, and a healing return to herself.
Brenn! is a 19-year-old singer/songwriter from Tuscaloosa Alabama who found his affinity for music in high school after being asked to join a friend’s band. In 2022, after leaving the band to focus on his own music, Brenn! signed to Fourward and went to Nashville for his first ever session and left with his next single, “4Runner.” The song went on to do half a million streams on the first day and landed several major playlists, including the cover of Spotify’s Folk Pop. In 2024, Brenn! released his debut EP, embarked on a sold-out North American tour, as well as playing key festivals like Hangout Fest and Lollapalooza.
The Wolves of Glendale prove that humor and music can harmoniously coexist on stage. They have delivered five singles, including their hit “Olivia,” their debut single from 2022, followed up by “Vapin’ in Vegas,” “The Gym,” “Loud Ass Car” and “Just Give Me Cash.” The Wolves boast over 50,000 monthly listeners on Spotify with impressive streaming numbers and have also amassed over 50k and 125k followers on TikTok and Instagram, respectively, with those numbers climbing daily. Their self-titled debut album of all original music, produced by John Spiker (known for his work with Tenacious D) and Rian Lewis (notable for collaborations with Doja Cat and Ty Dolla $ign), dropped this January and is a celebration of their unique brand of comedy/rock-infused music.
Walter The Producer is a 20-year-old Brooklyn-based psychedelic indie rocker. Born and raised in Massachusetts, he began playing guitar and piano at 10 years old and by 13 he was producing his own beats. Praised for his refreshingly original sound that’s both authentic and infectious, Walter The Producer credits artists such as Anderson .Paak, Tame Impala, Steve Lacy, and Childish Gambino as major influences on his music. Ahead of his debut album, Walter The Producer released a string singles including “Souled,” “Velma,” and buzzy hit “Since September.” In July 2023, he released his debut album, No Substance Mixtape, which has been a launchpad for his career and landed him on an impressive number of personal playlists.
adan diaz is a 20-year-old Mexican American singer/songwriter based in Chicago. This will be his first Lollapalooza. He’s currently on the hunt for love and navigating the trials and tribulations of early adulthood through music that expresses who he is and sometimes how he is perceived. His recent release, Jerk x2, concentrated on someone he is head over heels with but cannot seem to win over, no matter how highly he speaks of her.
Since 2013, Texas-born singers/songwriter Cale Tyson has been exploring the crossroads of traditional country, indie-folk, and honky-tonk, creating a unique space for his authentic sound. Having shared stages with luminaries like Dwight Yoakam and Deer Tick, Cale's live performances are a testament to his versatility. His recent singles, notably "Hope You're Hungover," have garnered attention from both Rolling Stone and Flaunt Magazine, applauding his adept blend of country, pop, folk, and indie alternative elements. With a relocation to Los Angeles, Cale Tyson embarks on a new chapter of his musical evolution.
The Pop-Punk/pop-rock scene of the 90’s and 2000’s was never just a phase for Taylor Acorn. Hailing from the small North Central Pennsylvania town of Wellsboro, Taylor dropped out of Kutztown University, in 2014, to pursue her dream of a career in music, eventually settling in Nashville in 2017. Ever since then, Taylor has been leaving her mark on the Pop-Punk community via relatable and empathetic singles like “Psycho”, “Certified Depressant”, and “Shapeshifting,” giving her fans a safe space where they can feel secure, accepted, free and vulnerable.
Ava Maybee is a 23-year-old indie/pop singer/songwriter from Los Angeles who finished in the Top 14 Season 20 of American Idol. She released six singles with over 15 million streams, and has been featured in Nylon, Rolling Stone Mexico, and on the cover of the indie online magazine Beautiful Blood, among others. Dedicated to her philanthropic work, she is a junior ambassador for Children’s Hospital of LA. Ava recently graduated from NYU / Tisch / Clive Davis Institute and just wrapped a 30 city U.S. tour with Beauty School Dropout.
Tiny Habits were formed in Boston, MA by artists Maya Rae, Cinya Khan, and Judah Mayowa. The three singer/songwriters met at Berklee College of Music and the band was born at the beginning of 2022, sharing covers recorded in the stairwell of their dorm and posting them on social media. Focusing on intimate three-part harmonies, the trio's enticing signature sound offered exquisite, reimagined versions of songs from across a spectrum of styles and quickly drove them to viral success. They went on to collaborate with names like Mark Ronson, JP Saxe, and Lizzy McAlpine, who they supported on NPR’s Tiny Desk. Their first two singles of original music "pennies (voice memo)" & “hemenway” were released at the end of 2022, garnering over 1 million plays across all digital streaming platforms in the first couple of months. Their debut EP Tiny Things was released in April 2023 and established them as one of “the” bands to watch in the year ahead. In early 2023 the band opened for Gracie Abram’s “Good Riddance Tour” across North America, followed by their own sold-out US “Tiny Tour.” With a new album and European tour on the horizon there is much to look forward to in the year ahead.
The National Parks are a Provo, UT quartet—Brady Parks [vocals, guitar], Sydney Macfarlane [vocals, keys], Cam Brannelly [drums], and Megan Parks [violin]—who breathe in inspiration from the world around them and exhale cinematic indie folk-pop powered by soaring harmonies, organic orchestration, and luminous electronics. Emerging in 2013, the band has consistently captivated audiences, generating over 150 million streams across four acclaimed albums. Their single, “Time,” amassed over 9.3 million Spotify streams as the album incited widespread critical applause. The four-piece maintained their momentum and are expanding their vision yet again on their fifth full-length offering, 8th Wonder.
One of the most celebrated artists of her generation, at 17 Texas native Mckenna Grace is not just an Emmy-nominated actor with over 70 acting credits to her name including starring roles in Ghostbusters: Afterlife, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, Handmaid's Tale, Young Sheldon, Annabelle and more. She is a gifted singer/songwriter whose music NME called, “relatable to every teenager.” Mckenna's music has amassed over 100M+ streams and a strong social media following garnering over 7M+ followers across all digital platforms. In 2023, Grace released her acclaimed debut EP, Bittersweet Sixteen, which Teen Vogue declared, “bold and lyrical.” The EP included the hits, “Ugly Crier,” “Post Party Trauma” and “Buzzkill Baby,” which Grace performed live on the Kelly Clarkson Show in 2023. Known for her lyrical strength and emotional honesty, her music has been featured in countless media outlets including MTV, Billboard, The Today Show, NPR’s All Things Considered, NME, Dork, Paste and Teen Vogue, to name a few.
Hayes Walker, one of People’s Emerging Acts to Watch in 2023, is stepping into a new era of her career. Building on the momentum of her latest single, “Just A Girl,” Warner is ready to take the stage with her self-proclaimed “high-octane and in-your-face” sound. Drawing from the legacies of Joan Jett and Madonna, the New York native infuses her hometown grit and unwavering determination into a fresh wave of pop-punk ballads. With her sharp critiques of fair-weather friends and unfaithful partners, Warner’s hard-hitting lyricism has earned her credits on projects for Netflix, Disney, and Paramount. Warner has opened for artists such as Flo Rida, Neon Trees, and Fetty Wap. Following a series of successful singles, Warner is preparing to release her debut EP later this year.
Nightly is the electrifying alt-pop trio taking the industry by storm. Comprised of cousins Jonny Capeci, Joey Beretta, and friend Nick Sainato, the band strikes a perfect balance of genuine storytelling and accessible songwriting. Compiling a discography of successful singles and features, nightly released their debut album, night, love you, in 2020. But the group’s momentum didn’t stop there. The trio graced the stages of festivals, opened for legends such as Imagine Dragons and The All-American Rejects, and toured the East Coast with sold-out shows in Orlando, D.C., and Boston. Nightly released its highly anticipated sophomore album, wear your heart out, in late 2023, followed by a sold-out tour hitting major cities across the U.S. This year the group released their cover of Goo Goo Dolls ‘iris’ after massive social media demand, and a collaboration with K-Pop Artist Jeong Sewoon in January of 2024 called Sharpie.
With her powerhouse vocals and relatable lyrics, it’s no surprise Natalie Jane is named among GRAMMY.com’s 25 Rising Artists to Watch in 2024. Penning songs about the highs and lows of adolescence, Jane has not only amassed a fanbase obsessed with her ability to tap into love, betrayal, and all the other primal emotions that go along with someone’s first love, but also a community of fans who find solace and inspiration in her music. Jane launched her music career in high school, releasing a string of singles and auditioning for American Idol, where she made the Top 40. Inspired by artists such as Demi Lovato, Labrinth, and Bishop Briggs, Jane released her debut EP, Where Am I?, in late 2023, featuring hits such as “AVA,” “Seven,” “Mentally Cheating,” “Do or Die,” and “Intrusive Thoughts.” She followed up the release with her global Where Am I? Again Tour with stops across North America and Europe, hitting cities such as New York, Toronto, and London along the way.
Emerging with a striking signature style, Will Linley delicately balances stark honesty and sunny songcraft. The South Africa-born singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist coats raw emotion with sentimental melodies, lamenting how bad heartbreak sucks on hummable hooks delivered with unfiltered candor. Linley exploded onto the scene with his 2021 single “miss me (when you’re gone),” which went #1 on radio in South Africa where it also picked up a gold certification. It paved the way for his 2022 EP, kill all my feelings, his 2023 hit single “Last Call,” and opening slots for heavy hitters like OneRepublic to Maroon 5. Building a following thanks to his heartbreak bangers and upbeat ballads, Linley is taking his latest EP, Magic, on tour with shows across North America and South Africa.
British-American artist Tommy Newport is known for his infectious falsetto-steeped anthems with a subtle groove. Newport began making music as a teenager and independently released singles before teaming up with Toronto-based producer 4th Pyramid for his debut album, Just To Be Ironic. Continuing to develop his sound, Newport released numerous singles and EPs and scored musical placements with Netflix, HBO, and Apple. Praised by fans and outlets, such as Complex, Hypebeast, and PAPER, Newport isn't slowing down anytime soon. His 2023 sophomore album, Glasshead, featuring the hit "Sunset For The Dead," peaked at #16 on Spotify's Viral Top 50. Earlier this year, he released his fourth EP, All My Time, and featured on "red sky," a fan favorite on 21 Savage's new album, american dream, which debuted at #1 on Billboard's Top 200.
Sam Nelson Harris, the frontman and founding member of the multi-platinum and GRAMMY award-winning band X Ambassadors, is not just a performer but also a versatile and talented songwriter and producer. With years of headlining music festivals, countless tours, multiple Top 10 hits, and iconic collaborations, Nelson has proven his prowess in the music world. He has also penned and produced hits for superstars such as Rihanna and The Weeknd, showcasing his versatility and talent beyond being a performer. In 2023, after over a decade with his band, Nelson independently released his first solo album, why does everything make me cry?. He continues to introduce a new level of vulnerability through his solo songwriting and production style. Gifted with a disarmingly soulful voice, Nelson’s songs paint heartbreaking, sensitive portrayals of relationships—in love, family, and friendship. His production is intentionally raw, intimate, and messy, in stark contrast to his tight pop song structure and melodies. His sophomore solo album is set to be released later this year.
Ryan Trey burst onto the scene in 2018 and hasn’t missed a beat since. His journey to widespread recognition began with the LeBron James-cosigned hit, “Mutual Butterflies,” and continued with his debut album august and the Bryson Tiller collaboration, “Nowhere to Run.” Trey's commitment to his authentic self is evident in his music, which is modest yet brimming with contemporaneous emotion. In 2023, he released his sophomore album, STREETS SAY YOU MISS ME, and followed it up with a deluxe edition, STREETS SAY YOU STILL MISS ME, in March of this year. The latter features new tracks that delve into the unexpected twists and turns of Trey’s early twenties, offering a lyrical narrative of his personal journey. As he enters a transitional period, wrapping up his current era and starting work on a new LP, the emotional depth of his music continues to captivate his audience.
Chase Hudson, professionally known as Huddy, is a musical innovator leading Gen Z onto the rock scene. Huddy's appeal goes beyond his magnetic personality, as he distinguishes himself with his unique, alternative sound and a voice that cuts through the noise. He showcases his versatility with modern rock tracks featuring blistering guitars and thunderous drums, as well as heartfelt acoustic ballads with intricate instrumentals. In 2021, he made waves with a series of singles, including the poignant “The Eulogy of You and Me,” co-written and produced by Travis Barker, and the high-energy “Don't Freak Out,” featuring Iann Dior, Tyson Ritter, and Barker. He made his mark with his debut album, Teenage Heartbreak, in September 2021 and now, after a fresh wave of singles, he is preparing to unveil his EP, Love Bites, in May.
A truly one-of-a-kind artist, Kaitlin Butts has a deep affinity for country music’s more theatrical side: the extravagant storytelling, dazzling showmanship, songs embedded with both unbridled emotion and quick-fire humor. After discovering her passion for performing as a child, she developed her own unapologetic yet soulful songwriting. Butts is opening a new chapter with her latest single, “Hunt You Down.” Produced by Oran Thornton, it marks a major tonal shift from her 2022 sophomore LP, what else can she do, a character-driven exploration of complex matters like addiction, domestic violence, and generational trauma. She has toured with artists Dierks Bentley, Lainey Wilson, Turnpike Troubadours, and Morgan Wade. Her album Roadrunner! Wil be out June 28.
With her captivating voice and magnetic presence, Carmen DeLeon proves that magic happens when massive talent meets unstoppable determination. After finding success on The Voice as a teenager, the Venezuelan-born singer-songwriter followed up with a series of successful concerts and covers. She made her official debut with the single, “Volverás,” and collaborated with artists such as Latin GRAMMY winner FEID and 3x GRAMMY winner NE-YO. She was recognized by Billboard and Idolator as an Artist to Watch and won the coveted Refreshing Artist Award at the 2023 Pepsi Music Venezuela Awards. With her latest string of singles, DeLeon kicked off a new chapter in her musical career as an independent artist. Her highly anticipated debut EP is due out later this year.
Treaty Oak Revival, a Texas-based band, is riding a new wave of country rock. Their music, born from rowdy, dust-filled roots of Texas Red Dirt Country, is a fusion of southern rock and punk, creating a raw and refreshingly unique style. The band, comprising of Sam Canty (lead singer/ acoustic guitar), Lance Vanley (rhythm electric/ background vocals), Jeremiah Vanley (lead electric), Andrew Carey (bass), and Cody Holloway (drums), has recently released their second album, Have A Nice Day. But that's not all – they’re set to tour throughout the U.S. this summer, bringing their electrifying performances to fans across the country.
WILLIS, a Nashville-based indie rock band, is a powerhouse of musical talent. The band, consisting of Murphy Billings (Bass & Vocals), Glenn O’Steen (Drums), Will O’Steen (Synths), Edward Armstead (Guitar), and Trey Murphy (Guitar), was formed in 2016. They have harnessed their individual musical talents to create a unique brand of indie rock, which is showcased in their popular hits like “In Between” and “I Think I Like It When It Rains.” In 2024, WILLIS embarked on a full US headline tour, selling out most of their 21 dates and sharing the stage with The Brook & The Bluff, Magic City Hippies, and The Greeting Committee.
The BMI Stage came back to Lollapalooza for its 18th year, continuing its legacy of spotlighting 24 of the best up-and-coming acts. This year's exciting lineup featured a multitude of BMI songwriters spanning genres such as rap, R&B, Latin, pop/rock, indie, alternative, and more. Attendees were treated to electrifying performances from headliners like adan diaz, Mckenna Grace, Sam Nelson Harris, and WILLIS, each bringing their unique sound and energy to the stage. Whether you were a fan of catchy pop tunes or edgy indie beats, the BMI Stage delivered a musical journey that celebrated the vibrant diversity of today's rising stars.
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