LUMINATOR
Luminator is a fantasy power metal band based out of Seattle/Tacoma WA.
BLIND OATH
Wretched Warriors and Devout Defenders of the TrÜest of Faiths.
Tulsa, OK USA
FIRES IN THE DISTANCE
Melodic Death Metal from CT, USA
WANTED
Formed in the summer of 2021, WANTED is a band with the distinct goal of resurrecting traditional loud, and melodic styles of heavy metal that ruled the airwaves in the mid to late 1980s. The band’s main influences consist of Dokken, Ratt, and Van Halen. WANTED was put together in the VERY small town of Leonard, MI (a mile east of Oxford, MI).
Initially consisting of Jon Rochefski (Vocals), Jameson Clark (Drums), Alan Mares (Lead Guitar), Christian Shonts (2nd Guitar) and Nathan Reschak (Bass guitar), the band played local restaurants and organized backyard parties throughout late 2021. After a few months of doing so, the band went to the studio to record their single “Let Me”, released in February of 2022
Paul Slezak was picked to take on the spot as bassist in March of 2022
Nate Peck was recruited as lead vocals in May of 2022 in order to better fit the sound the band was aiming for. After some cool success with American Idol, Nate had to leave and work on a different project in Nashville , granting Sterling Primeau the spot as lead vocals
The band put out their album “Cutting Edge” on June 27th, 2025, and it has been their most recent effort since.
(Current Lineup) Lead Vocals – Sterling Primeau Lead Guitar/Backup Vocals- Alan Mares Rhythm Guitar – Christian Shonts Bass Guitar – Paul Slezak Drums – Chris Rajt
TROUBLE
Trouble is an American metal band noted as one of the pioneers of their genre. The band created a distinct style taking influences of the British heavy metal bands Black Sabbath and Judas Priest, and psychedelic rock of the 1970s. A critically acclaimed group, their first two albums, Psalm 9 and The Skull are cited as landmarks of doom metal. To date, Trouble has released nine studio albums including their latest release,”The Distortion Field” (July 2013 on FRW Music) featuring new singer Kyle Thomas. “The Distortion Field” was listed in CMJ’s Top 50 Rock Albums of the Year and came in at #125 on Billboard’s Top Independent Albums Chart, and #25 on the Top New Artist Albums Chart (Heatseekers).
RHAPSODY OF FIRE
For more than thirty years, fans of symphonic melodic metal act Rhapsody Of Fire have been able to rely on one thing: there’s nothing half-hearted about this band. Rhapsody Of Fire mastermind and founder Alex Staropoli looks back at an impressive record of 14 studio albums, three EPs and two live recordings to date, all marked by lots of heart and soul, passion and a virtually inexhaustible wealth of ideas. Since 1993, the Italian keyboardist has been hailed as the creator of the film score metal genre and his band as one of the most charismatic acts worldwide. In addition, Staropoli has enlisted a highly creative first-rate guitarist in Roby De Micheli, who joined the fold in 2011, contributing lots of gritty metal riffs and virtuoso solos to contrast the band’s symphonic orchestral style. Their latest studio album ‘Challenge The Wind’ is marked by Staropoli and De Micheli’s zest and energy, but also by a number of surprises. The most obvious one: “Compared to all previous Rhapsody Of Fire releases, the current album consists exclusively of up-tempo numbers, not a single ballad in sight,” reveals the composer and keyboardist. “None of our other records have featured as much pure, unadulterated metal as ‘Challenge The Wind’!”
UNCLE SEXY AND FRIENDS
Featuring members of : Pat Egan and the Heavy Hearts, Harlem Natural, Rocks off, Tongues Unknown, The Magpies, The Deadbolts and more!
THE TREETOPS
We play music and also our skin feels weird on our bodies | Chicago
HENRY HOLDEN
Henry Holden is an indie-folk singer-songwriter originally from San Francisco and now based in Chicago. He began writing music in college and released his first EP in 2019, followed by his debut full-length album in 2021. Henry first gained traction on TikTok and Instagram by posting performance videos, which helped him build an early audience.
He started recording music in his apartment, and every song on Spotify is fully self-recorded and self-produced. His first album, Playing House, marked a turning point, and his second album, Runaway Child, followed in 2023. He is currently working on his third album, with plans to release it in 2026.
Influenced by Bon Iver, John Mayer, Noah Kahan, Jim Croce, and James Taylor, Henry’s style blends modern indie-folk with classic songwriter roots. As a member of the SoFar Sounds Chicago artist community, he regularly performs at venues across the city, bringing a reflective, heartfelt presence to every stage.
STANCZYK
thomas max erik keaton jon
BLUFF CITY
Bluff City an R&B group that consists of 3 humble down south young men. Frank, Trevante, & Keem. Using their vocal versatility in their songs sets them a part and puts them in their own lane currently. R&B groups have been underrated for sometime now but these fellas have the formulas and the substance to bring it back full force! Check Bluff City out now on all social media outlets at @itsbluffcity
KIDD KENN
Kidd Kenn is finally growing up. The Chicago rapper, named in homage to his idol Nicki Minaj (you know, like Barbie’s boyfriend), broke out when he was just a high school freshman with gleefully gay twists on street hits from his hometown, most virally FBG Duck’s “Slide.” He built on the hype with a string of projects—Childish, Child’s Play, and Problem Child—that lean into the image of a precocious rascal flinging spitballs and texting your boyfriend from the back of the bus. But now, after years of nurturing his rep as a problem child, Kenn realized something about himself. “I’m old as fuck,” the 19-year-old says with a laugh. Kenn’s new EP on 4th and Broadway/Def Jam Recordings, Grown, fashions a new mold. He’s rapping with the wisdom and self-understanding of an adult
YDOTGDOT
OutwestFreak & SouthsideFreak & EastsideFreak
Inspired by rap icons; such as T.I./Tupac /Young Jeezy and Jay Z. YdotGdot learned by the age of 15, how to rap like the best and entertain like the greats.
SHERRIONN
ᑕᕼIᑕᗩGOᔕ ᖇᑎᗷ ᗷᒪᑌE ᑭᖇIᑎT🧸
Singer | Songwriter | Entertainer
Lil M.U.
Lil M.U. is a rising female rap artist from the heart of Chicago’s South Side—Englewood—bringing raw energy, authenticity, and culture to the mic. Having officially launched her rap career in October 2024, Lil M.U. is already carving out a lane that’s all her own. Her sound is a vibrant fusion of her roots, rhythm, and resilience. With a deep background in dance and DJing, Lil M.U. doesn’t just make music—she creates a full-bodied experience that hits hard in the streets and on the stage. Her lyrics reflect the real stories of her community, blending sharp flows with beats that celebrate her heritage and hometown hustle. Whether she’s spitting bars or spinning tracks, Lil M.U. stands for movement—of bodies, of minds, and of culture. She’s not just repping the South Side—she’s redefining it.
AREN’T WE AMPHIBIANS
Aren’t We Amphibians make chaotic and cathartic anthems for anyone who finds beauty in the world despite all the reasons not to. On their debut full-length, Parade! Parade!, the San Diego-based trio transform the emo playbook into something weirdly joyful and instantly memorable. The act of “parading,” in the band’s context, is the opposite of wallowing; taking all of your past experiences, good or bad, and using them as a means to appreciate the fact you made it this far at all.
Formed by lifelong friends Joshua Talbot (he/him; vocalist and guitarist), Brandon Cunningham (he/him; drummer) and his brother Tyler Cunningham (he/him, bassist), Aren’t We Amphibians–AWA–is a true testament to growing up with your band, not just bouncing from one to the other. Every awkward phase of life has led to the creation of Parade! Parade!, and they’ve experienced it all together. This album marks both their mission statement and a map to their future; a commitment to continue finding light amidst the wreckage of life.
FOOTBALLHEAD
Footballhead is a Chicago-based alternative rock band headed by Ryan Nolen. At its heart, the band is a vessel to toil forward through internal and external insecurity. It also serves the unrelenting spirit of new-millennium Midwestern youth, with MTV and skatepark dreams in the core of their memories. By blending pop structures with alt and emo sounds, Footballhead channels the frantic, dramatic, and anthemic to map the pressure points of existence. It’s outcast music, revitalized in search of a modern, blissful awakening.
Nolen was a skate kid from the western Chicago suburbs; the one who only kicked it with older neighborhood kids. The punkish attitude of late-90s and early-aughts alt-rock galvanized Nolen, from the infectiously fun music down to the fashion. A teenage relocation to Palm Springs, CA coincided with Nolen inundating himself with all the music he could: Warped Tour, 411 videos, Limewire and the like. The Footballhead ethos comes from this comfort zone of pop impulses and raucous energy, carried by a DIY spirit that grants Nolen the autonomy to facilitate honesty and reflection.
Joined by Snow Ellet, Adam Siska, Liam Burns, and Robby Kuntz, Footballhead crafts supercharged rock songs like brief, open secrets. However weathered one is from their struggles and mistakes, this music offers unbridled fun as a reprieve, and salves for the shaken. These are your old friends inviting you in to commiserate, elevate, and believe.
RILEY!
the motherfucking band.
GOKUMON
The band ‘Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai’ is a three-piece band formed in Japan in 2004. While active within Japan under the kanji name ‘打首獄門同好会’ (Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai), representing Japanese culture, they operate internationally under the more easily pronounceable name ‘GOKUMON.’
Featuring a mixed-gender lineup with a male guitar/vocalist and a female rhythm section, the band is known for its unique style that combines a heavy sound with a 7-string guitar and 5-string bass. This distinctive musical approach, coupled with laid-back lyrics infused with a sense of everyday life, has established a new genre known as ‘Seikatsu Micchaku gata Loud Rock’ (Life-Immersed Loud Rock).
In their live performances, the band incorporates VJ (visual jockey) elements, projecting visuals and lyrics on screens synchronized with the music. This not only enhances the auditory experience but also provides a visually captivating aspect.
As they celebrate their 20th anniversary in 2024, the band is embarking on their first US tour, covering five cities.
DREAMLINE
A Chicagoland based tribute to Rush!
CABEZA DE CHIVO
Cabeza de Chivo is a psychotropical band emerging from Chicago. With infectious rhythms and a driving percussion section; guitar, bass, and organs blend seamlessly to deliver addictive dance instrumentals with an emphasis on melodic riffs.
TRAFFIC “THE LOW SPARK OF HIGH HEELED BOYS”
The Low Spark of High Heeled Boys is the fifth studio album by English rock band Traffic, released in 1971. The album was Traffic’s most successful in the United States, reaching number 7 on the Billboard Top LPs chart and becoming their only platinum-certified album there, indicating sales in excess of one million. However, it failed to chart in the United Kingdom. The album features the minor hit “Rock & Roll Stew” and the title track, which received heavy FM airplay.
MOONTOWER
take care of yourself, take care of each other
ONE FOR THE DITCH
One For The Ditch is Chicago’s finest Irish Rock N’ Roll band. Raucous & Rollicking, playing a mix of originals and Irish standards with a punk rock edge. Think Liam Clancy meets the Clash. Are you ready to go ‘out on the lash’?
LUNGSPLITTER
Sacrilegious sludge metal from the great lakes.
JAMES TAYLOR “GREATEST HITS”
Greatest Hits is the first greatest hits album by American singer-songwriter James Taylor, released in November 1976 by Warner Bros. Records. It remains Taylor’s best-selling album, with over 11 million units being sold in the United States, making it among the best-selling albums of the 1970s.
ALFONZO JONES EXPERIMENT
Alfonzo Jones’ love of music started in church, watching and imitating every move and sound of the drummer at the age of 3. Once Alfonzo’s mother and grandmother grew tired of finding damaged pots and pans, they placed a drum set in front of him and he has been banging away at his future ever since. Everyday, Alfonzo played along with tapes and videos and watched every drummer he encountered intently in order to learn. From there, Alfonzo was not only playing drums at school, but also the church he grew up in, Liberty Temple.
While in high school, under the tutelage of Phillip Crews, he gathered a wide range of influences including Dennis Chambers, Tony Williams, Carter Beauford, Elvin Jones, and Jimmy Cobb. In 2002, with Alfonzo as the drummer, his high school was chosen as one of the top 15 best high school bands by the Essentially Ellington Jazz Band Competition, garnering opportunities to study with Wynton Marsalis, Herlin Riley and other members of the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra. In 2012, Alfonzo was selected as one of the top 10 drummers in the country for the Roland V-Drums drumoff contest, and has participated and progressed far in other national drum competitions.
Throughout his career, Alfonzo has worked in several genres, and has shared the stage with established artists and musicians such as Wynton Marsalis, Brian Courtney Wilson, James Fortune, Vicki Winans, Wycleff Gordon, Orbert Davis, Martha Munizzi, Tye Tribbett, Kierra Sheard, Pinqy Ring and more. Aside from playing at Liberty Temple Full Gospel Church, Alfonzo can be seen playing with the band Left.Jones, Mike Zabrin’s Funktastic, National recording artist Nikki Lynette and the O’my’s.
Alfonzo hopes to create his legacy through music, but also by being a good human being. As a shining example to aspiring drummers, he’s well on his way to that goal
ROOSTER BLUE
Rooster Blue is a brand new project which was started by a few members of local rock band Elephant Lore. They pull influence from blues, rock, and funk.
CAVERNOUS
WEIRDO DEATH METAL
CRYPTS OF GOLGOTHA
ROCKY MOUNTAIN DEATH METAL
DØUBLE IDENTITY
DØUBLE IDENTITY (previously known as Double Identity Band) taps into the nostalgia of distorted 2000’s pop rock guitars and sugarcoats it with confident and catchy vocal melodies, accumulating in a genre fans have affectionately dubbed “Disney pop-punk.”
With biting lyrics like “I don’t want you back, you slimy little psychopath,” from the taunting and not-at-all-starry-eyed track “Honeymoon Phase” and “honestly it’s a little embarrassing that I was ever with you (a little?)” from fan-favorite “All On You (You’ll Still Hate Me When You’re Sober),” twins Arden (guitar/vocals) and Courtney (drums/vocals) Kurhayez approach their storytelling with an addictive mix of raw honesty and angst.
Their latest EP, “Talking to Ghosts: Act II,” a hard-hitting and vulnerable follow-up to the 2022 EP “Talking to Ghosts: Act I” was released in October 2023.
NOT A TOY
A suicide squad of 4 artists on a mission to write the soundtrack to your escapism
WORLD’S FIRST CINEMA
RIKKI LUMI
After being banished from her home planet of Venus for her inability to love, Rikki Lumi arrived on Earth to portray the version of herself she wanted others on Venus to see. When she arrived, she discovered Earth’s moon, and its relation to the ocean and tides – the only things she’s ever felt anything for. She’s met some humans and has tried to fit in by singing love songs and forcing herself to try to love the way her ancestors on Venus wanted her to, but she simply hasn’t been successful. Rikki is very interested in the human psyche and how not fitting in is encouraged, not frowned upon. She’s also picked up on habits through the “human music” she’s discovered throughout the few months she’s been here and are often the inspiration for her own music (when she’s not praising space and the ocean of course)
MARYJO
maryjo is a 24-year-old singer/songwriter with an unforgettable voice made for heart-melting piano ballads. Known for her emotional range and vocal agility, she moves effortlessly from full-throated belting to fragile, crackling vulnerability. Though born in Knoxville, she grew up in Cleveland, where she quietly nurtured her passion for songwriting and piano after becoming shy about performing.
It wasn’t until she began posting performance videos online that maryjo started to break through her fear. Her raw talent and emotional vulnerability quickly drew a loyal following of over 1.4 million TikTok fans and landed her on season 19 of American Idol. She then signed a major label deal and debuted with “Love Fools” – a stripped back, emotionally rich, ballad produced by ACM Award-winner Gordon Mote. She followed it with standout singles like “Don’t Call Me” and “Nothing to Lose”, further cementing her as a breakout voice in pop. Her collaboration with global artist CYRIL has surpassed 100 million streams. Now fully independent, maryjo is reclaiming her narrative and leaning deeper into the soul-stirring sound that first made the world listen.
MJT THE BAND
MJT is a musical force of nature and long-time fixture of Long Island’s live music scene. The Godfrey brothers’ musical trifecta is built on Matt’s ambidextrous virtuosity, playing simultaneous keyboards and synth bass, Jordan’s bombastic, edge-of-your-seat drumming and David’s atmospheric chord melody guitar parts and soulful vocals. The Godfrey brothers’ magic has captivated audiences opening for Slash and Miles Kennedy, Alter Brdige, and Sevendust while also backing diverse, national touring acts like Yellowman, Stone Bwoy, and Tash Neal.
THE RASPBERRY JAMS
We’re The Raspberry Jams – hot, cool, epic Chicago teenage girl band.
Adeline plays guitar and sings.
Kenzie plays drums and bass.
Zola plays bass and drums.
CLAIM URSA
CLEAN BREAK
chicago based alt/indie rock band🎸🌻
SUN KING BA
ECTOTHERMIC STONER METAL // CHICAGO
TNT
Halloween bash Sly tribute James brown tribute
DJ GUICE
My name is DJ GUICE, and I’m the founder of GUICE Entertainment. I’ve been a professional DJ for over a decade, and I’m passionate about music and creating memorable experiences for my clients. I’ve had the pleasure of working at a variety of events, from small family gatherings to large corporate events, and I love what I do.
ALYSSA SIMMONS
Asst. General Manager, Cookies Dispensary Chicago
ACE LOVER
Ace Lover is a New York based hip-hop MC/Producer/Contemporary Artist.He’s been divvelin’ and davvelin’ celebrity-status style in the New York scene for a minute. The hispanglish homeboy made a sudden splash with his debut single when he was still a teenager.
STEREO MAPPING
Sound Cartographers
XAVIER SMITH
Xavier Smith is a standup comedian, improver, and sketch comic that travels throughout Chicago to perform at various locations. His humor has a lot do do with unique individuals and creatures he comes across in his daily interactions that he just finds plain moronic or incredibly special. He recently graduated college and hosted shows throughout Northern Illinois University that were a hit with the students. One day he’d like to be the owner of a club or venue where he can give other aspiring artist to produce shows and create work of their own. Please talk to him after a show he gets lonely.
PAVI
A modern day griot
Arts & Culture | Music | Adventure | Community
LEMOYNE ALEXANDER
Lemoyne Alexander is a music artist who’s made a notable transition from hip-hop production to alternative rock. Alexander’s music blends alternative rock with choir vocals, showcasing his experimental approach. He’s also collaborated with rapper Twista, highlighting his versatility on a new single “Close Your Eyes” – His latest single, “Insecurity,” is part of his forthcoming solo album titled “Alone.” The album is expected to feature new songs released every other month throughout 2025.
Alexander finds solace in music, often creating in isolation. He expresses gratitude for the opportunities he’s had and cites faith as a driving force behind his heartfelt endeavors.
He was recently inducted into the California Music Hall of Fame, a testament to his growing influence in the music industry.
Alexander aims to push boundaries in his music, seeking to connect with others through the universal language of song.
To stay updated on Lemoyne Alexander’s music, you can follow him on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram or visit his website:
welemoynealexander.com
lemoynealexanderfanpage.com
wikimili.com/en/
PONYBOY AND THE IDIOTS
The power of friendship
PIPSQUEAKS
Pimps and skrimps
PAPER FRAMES
SPACE SQUIRREL FEATURING KOFI BAKER
SPACE SQUIRREL, is a power Trio consisting of, Kofi Baker, Drums and percussion , son of legendary CREAM drummer Ginger Baker, Eli ( Dr. Roctagon ) Wilson, playing various saxophones with electronics, and Jason Wayne Sneed, playing Bass and electronics.
Blending all their well seasoned styles into a heavyweight, progressive, cosmic mixture of, Jazz, Funk, Dub, World Music, and much more.
Painting space and time with music that can quite literally take the listener into outer space.
DEAF RIGHT EAR
Three Gen Xers making original hard rock.
Deaf Right Ear, a power trio featuring drummer Terry Keating, bassist Mike Sacharski, and guitarist Mitch Deason, crafts a sound which captures the essence of classic rock while infusing it with a modern edge. Keating, featured in Modern Drummer magazine, boasts an online presence with 16 million views on his Bonzoleum YouTube channel.
CYBERKNIFE
Cyberknife is a band forged in the ruins of a digital age, where neon dreams and analog nightmares collide. Drawing inspiration from retro-futurism, underground rock, the popist of punk, and dystopian love stories, their sound is a raw blend of glitched-out bass lines, distorted guitars, and haunting lyrics that feel like transmissions from a dying world.
“More Human” – an aching anthem for anyone who’s lost just to feel alive again.
“Wrecked” – an ode taking one step before the other.
“Mirror Ball” – the shimmering disorientation of responsibility to each other.
“Here We Rust” and “Echoes” – paint ghostly portraits of collapse and memory, resiliance and peace.
“Mind Your Head” and “Destroyer” – channel frenetic energy into the resolution and finality of our state of being.
“Ten Thousand Heartbeats” and “Surrender” – display the vulnerability of honesty and the commitment to rise again.
“Hide and Seek” – is the on going reminder that sometimes we have to stop running.
Cyberknife is just a band— and a love letter, a lie, and a nod to a technicolor past. Plug in. Tune out. Burn bright and rage against the dying of the light.
CLUBDRUGS
Clubdrugs is a goth pop band from Chicago.
PETE TOWNSHEND “EMPTY GLASS”
Empty Glass is the third solo studio album by the English rock musician Pete Townshend, and his first composed of original material, released on 21 April 1980 by Atco Records.
The album deals with issues that Townshend was struggling with at the time, including alcoholism, drug abuse, marital problems and deceased friends, particularly Keith Moon, the Who’s former drummer, who died in 1978.
Empty Glass also contained the devotional love song, “Let My Love Open the Door”, which became a Top 10 hit (#9) in the US, and the modestly successful singles “Rough Boys” (#89) and “A Little Is Enough” (#72). The album was rated No. 57 on Rolling Stone’s list of the 100 greatest of the 1980s.
ERIC REPRID
Eric Reprid, a 26-year-old hip-hop artist hailing from Vancouver, Canada, has made significant strides since his debut in 2016. Notably recognized with a Juno nomination, Eric gained widespread acclaim with his 2020 smash hit “Cold World,” which has garnered over 100 million streams across all platforms. Continuously evolving his musical style, Eric captivated the internet with his 2024 single “SUKI,” praised for its controversial lyrics and striking visuals. Building on this momentum, Eric released his highly-anticipated mixtape “FUCK YOU” which featured the viral hit “LIKE A CHINK BITCH”. Now in 2025, Eric started the year strong with “KPOP”, which quickly amassed over 1 million views on YouTube within 2 weeks. Intending to continue his upward trajectory, Eric is set to release a slew of projects throughout the year.
PAT METHENY GROUP “PAT METHENY GROUP”
Pat Metheny Group is the debut album by the Pat Metheny Group, recorded in January 1978 and released on ECM in March that same year. The quartet features Lyle Mays, Mark Egan, and Danny Gottlieb.
Many elements that became defining traits of the band’s overall sound were in place on this album, namely Metheny’s incorporation of several different guitars and Mays’s fusion of electronic and acoustic keyboards to create a fuller, more harmonically sophisticated foundation for the melodies and solos.
SQUEEZE “EAST SIDE STORY”
East Side Story is the fourth studio album by new wave group Squeeze. The album peaked at number 19 in the UK Albums Chart, spending 26 weeks in the listing.
The album marked a shift from the new wave sound of their earlier work, as it contained songs influenced by rockabilly, R&B, blue-eyed soul, Merseybeat, and psychedelia among other genres. It also contained Squeeze’s last top 10 UK single, “Labelled with Love”. It was the first album to feature new keyboardist Paul Carrack formerly of Ace, replacing Jools Holland who had departed in early 1981. He sang lead on the track “Tempted”, which became Squeeze’s first U.S. chart hit. Shortly after the release of this album, Carrack left the band for a solo career, but he returned to Squeeze for a time in the early 1990s, playing and singing on the Some Fantastic Place album.
DR. GOLDFOOT & THE BIKINI MACHINE
Dr. Goldfoot invented the Bikini Machine in the basement of his laboratory with the hope of world funkification. What he didn’t expect was to create a band with a unique sound that blends elements of funk, rock, and blues into a truly original musical experience.
With their infectious sound and killer live shows, you won’t be able to stop yourself from rocking to Dr. Goldfoot’s evil plan. The doctor is in!
INDISCIPLINE
Indiscipline. A Tribute to King Crimson. The best King Crimson experience the Midwest has to offer. We started as massive fans of all things KC and decided to cover all eras; Greg Lake, John Wetton, and Adrian Belew. From Schizoid to Level Five we cover it all to perfection. A must see event not to be missed from the finest musicians Chicagoland has to offer.
BROTHER DUSTY
A rock n roll artist combining a spectrum of hip hop, jazz and punk styles, Brother Dusty’s raw energy, rebellious lyrics, and dynamic stage presence have captivated audiences across the digital world. His arsenal carries not just vocals – but bass, drums, percussion, guitar and even some banjo.
Dusty emerged from Kokomo, Indiana down to Nashville, Tennessee into the local scene and quickly gained recognition for his unique blend of rock and rap. His early work freelancing in 40 bands garnered local praise before leading to a stream-lined solo career diving fully into a more unique and powerful sound. A full range of style and skills is displayed on his first single, ‘woah’ (January 2025)
Not just a musician, Brother Dusty is a former high school music teacher raised in a family of Baptist preachers before going mad and leaving his old life behind to embrace the Rock n Roll lifestyle. Now a titan of his local industry, he has worked as a booking agent, music video director, content creator, music journalist and executive producer to play a huge role in building and expanding the Nashville scene before finally launching his own solo career with a gang of circus-freak bandmates.
“Stick It to the Man” is an album of side quests. Recorded over the last decade with friends. Low budget, no budget and no business intention. R. I. P. Paul Hammel – Executive Producer
“Ruby Moon” is a journey of dark spoken-word and speeches that give a glimpse into the mind of Brother Dusty.
DJ MINDBENDER
PSYTHØN
Psythøn is A psychedelic nightmare forged in a cauldron of Electric Wizard worship, Big Bikes and bong rips. Living in The Chaos of Lynyrd Skynyrd like antics they have an edge about them that makes them stand out amongst their peers. In a world gone black and white where everything forcibly cut into cookie cutter formulas they seem to keep Rock and Roll rebellion alive with wild parties and even wilder music. Calling out to the beyond and defiant to make a stand they play at volumes that transcend loud as if to say “WITNESS ME”
“Psych, doom and even a little funkiness melded in such a way that it will blow your tiny minds” ~ heavy Psychlist
HOTELL
your new fav hot all girl band
TORMENTED SOULS
We are Tormented Souls. Northwest Indiana HEAVY HATE MUSIC
ST. CLAIR
Alternative Rock band, Southern Illinois/ St Louis based
EMPTY PARKING LOT
sad music from the midwest
TENEBROSO
Three piece metal band from Chicago, Illinois. Formerly Miles From Exile.
HERNAMEIS ISA
Soul Singer /Creativepreneur. Lover of God, Life, Fam & Music
KENYON DIXON
Three-time GRAMMY-nominated artist Kenyon Dixon is proving that R&B is alive and thriving. A Los Angeles native, he has worked with legends like Mary J. Blige, Tyrese, Ginuwine, and pop icon Justin Timberlake—all while building his own catalog of timeless music.
Dixon first gained recognition as a supporting vocalist for Nick Jonas, Jill Scott, Kelly Rowland, and Kirk Franklin before stepping into the spotlight. His 2021 LP Expectations earned praise from Brandy, Jermaine Dupri, and Timbaland, and his collaboration with PJ Morton and BJ The Chicago Kid on Sam Cooke’s Bring It On Home to Me landed him a GRAMMY nomination for Best Traditional R&B Performance in 2022.
His 2022 project Closer debuted at #4 on the US iTunes R&B Charts and received praise from Ty Dolla $ign and Anita Baker. Beyond his solo career, he has written for Justin Timberlake (Keep Going Up), arranged and vocally produced Coco Jones’ ICU (Remix), and served as music director for Revolt TV’s The Link Up II.
Dixon’s star continues to rise, earning his first solo GRAMMY nomination for Lucky in 2023 and another in 2024 for Can I Have This Groove from The R&B You Love: Soul of the ’70s. With smooth vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and undeniable melodies, Kenyon Dixon is delivering the R&B we love—securing the genre’s future for years to come.
MUTE DUO
VERSUS VITALITY
Alt Rock from Chicago, IL
NO OBJECT
4 lads from Chicago. ROCK MUSIC (with a pinch of shoegaze and Drum and Bass)
PHANTOMWISE
LEMON FLESH
Lemon Flesh, based in Chicago, Illinois, was founded by partners Lilly and Jon, new to the music scene but inspired by friends and DIY musicians. Jimmy and Kristian combined psychedelic influences with their singer-songwriting formula to spin it into citrified carnality. Their first releases, “Last Thing I Want” and “(Don’t Tell Me We’re) Lost” set the groundwork for emotional lyrics that are explored melodically over raw modulation and space. “Without You, There Is No Us” is their anticipated debut album, combining Jon and Jimmy’s songwriting for an integral picture of modern conflicts with love.
ADVERSARY ENFLESHED
AdversaryEnfleshed is a ferocious force in the modern death metal underground, blending elements of blackened brutality, dissonant riffing, and relentless blastbeats. With a sound steeped in apocalyptic themes, anti-doctrine rage, and guttural intensity! Hailing from Wisconsin
THE NEW LIMITS
The New Limits are an explosive ska band from Boston, MA, blending soul, rocksteady,
and rock into a high-energy, dance-inducing sound that’s been setting New England
ablaze. Known for their eclectic mix of styles and energetic live performances, they’ve
become a staple of the Boston music scene and connected with listeners all over the
world.
Formed in an Allston garage, The New Limits have quickly graduated to some of the
most renowned stages, sharing the spotlight with heavy hitters like The Selecter, The
Slackers, Catbite, Westbound Train, Big D and the Kids Table, and The Toasters, and
have ignited crowds at festivals such as the Big E, Jamaica Plain Music Festival, and
Buffalo Ska Festival.
In 2024, the band dropped a trio of unforgettable singles: the punk-fueled “Dead
Weight”, their love letter to vinyl “My Record Store”, and “Normal Day”— described as “a
ska song dripping with soul.”
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