
JERM THEORY
Deeply Rooted in this thing called life….. Jerm Theory brings an infectious blend of music. Made up of long time best friends from Geneseo, IL Jerm Theory’s energy and love for music is incomparable……..
Deeply Rooted in this thing called life….. Jerm Theory brings an infectious blend of music. Made up of long time best friends from Geneseo, IL Jerm Theory’s energy and love for music is incomparable……..
Rumours is the eleventh studio album by British-American rock band Fleetwood Mac, released on 4 February 1977 by Warner Bros. Records. Largely recorded in California in 1976, it was produced by the band with Ken Caillat and Richard Dashut. The band wanted to expand on the commercial success of their eponymous 1975 album, but struggled with relationship breakups before recording started. The Rumours studio sessions were marked by hedonism and strife among band members that shaped the album’s lyrics.
Hailing from Grand Rapids Michigan, Potionseller has spent nearly 3 years honing their unique blend of emo-flavored pop-punk through vibrant single releases and passionate performances, seamlessly blending the nostalgia of 2000s pop-punk with the intricate nuances of modern emo. Signing to PNWK records in 2023, the band released their second EP “When They Get Old” in the summer of 2024, paired with energetic shows and festival appearances across the state of Michigan.
Sun Junkies are a 4-piece band from Brantford, Ontario. In 2018 freshly out of high school the band formed with sole intention of playing as many shows as possible. Cutting their teeth in the Southern Ontario indie scene as well as touring the USA and Canada’s east coasts, the four best friends have had plenty of time to hone their songwriting abilities and become a strong unit. Over the course of almost 5 years, Sun Junkies have self recorded and released a full length LP, a 7 track EP as well as various singles.
Having just finished recording their magnum opus: “Parachuting”, the band’s sound and image are more realised than ever before. Sun Junkies’ sophomore LP discusses the detrimental nature of the romanticization of one’s past, the existential dread that comes with measurable time and the pressure of fully utilising your fleeting youth. Although it’s mainly about time, “Parachuting” has many other recurring themes and deals with topics such as the soul crushing monotony of the 40 hour work week as well as the coping mechanisms and anxiety that come with such a mundane reality. Featuring an orchestral arrangement of pianos, violins and horns juxtaposed with growling feedback and distorted guitars, these songs feel like the most introspective party you’ve ever been to.
Blending the fast, melody-forward nature of modern indie with the raw feeling and emotion of punk and emo music, the band brings forth a fresh and versatile sound. With an almost masochistic dedication to the tried-and-true ethics of DIY, Sun Junkies record, produce, and mix their own material. They spend their remaining hours honing the craft of their explosively fun live performances, turning every crowd into a dance floor or a mosh pit. You do not want to miss out on the experience that is Sun Junkies.
T Star Verse is a rapper and entertainer from the south and west sides of Chicago, she began her music career at 12 years old and has been able to get people to have fun, feel like a boss b***h, and speak their truth. Being that T Star Verse is a female rapper from Chicago, a lot of people expect her sound to be either drill or hypersexual, but she is big on expressing her authenticity and experiences through her story-telling and array of flows. Her sound is versatile filled with high energy and some vibey moments. Welcome to the T Star Verse!
Danielle Crim is a 20 year old singer, songwriter, musician, and producer. They have two self produced albums and an EP under her belt. Crim has accumulated multiple awards for her talents including a Madison Area Music Award, as well as an NAACP ACT-SO Gold medal. Some of their biggest inspirations are Labrinth, Melanie Martinez, Beyoncé, and Bruno Mars.
We are The Tragedies! Welcome Everyone! Before checking us out. You need to know us just like we want to know you! We are punk rock band from the Southside of Chicago. We established as band in Feburary 2021. From the day forth we became the crispy three piece band that you know today as The Tragedies. The members of the band are Ed Tragic (guitarist/lead vocals), Rocky T. (bassist/back vocals), and Myke Tragic(drums/back vocals). We have since played at many well known venues aroun Chicagoland area such as, Brauer House, The Darkroom, Cobra Lounge Subterranean, Livewire, Burlington WC Social Club, and many others. The states we played at are as follows IL, WI, IA, IN, OH, OK, MO and CO. In 2023 The Tragedies have the pleasure to become an international band traveling to Ontario, Canada.
The bands from Chicago that inspire us are Alkaine Trio, Mest, Rise Against. Classic Rock and Punk bands such as Sum 41, Blink 182, The Ramones, NOFX, The Offspring, Black Sabbath, Rush, Iron Maiden, Foo Fighters and Ozzy Osbourne. These bands are the inspiration that got us to where we are and created what we love.
We have several social platforms you can find us on Youtube, Apple Music, Spotify, Facebook, Instagram, linktree, tiktok, and many more.
We can wheel, we can deal, we can oversee hostile takeovers. You name it. The Lou Bega of punk rock. Steve, Avery, Garrett, Anthony
ECHO PILOT IS A DYNAMIC FOUR-PIECE ALTERNATIVE ROCK BAND FROM NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE. RECOGNIZED FOR THEIR EXPLOSIVE SOUND AND ELECTRIFYING STAGE PRESENCE, THE GROUP FEATURES RYAN VAN ABEELE (VOCALS/GUITAR), AARON SMITH (GUITAR), ANDREW STUART HOWSMON (BASS/BACKING VOCALS), AND DAN RUSSELL (DRUMS).
KNOWN FOR THEIR HIGH-ENERGY, CHEMISTRY-DRIVEN LIVE PERFORMANCES, ECHO PILOT HAS CULTIVATED A DEDICATED AND RAPIDLY EXPANDING FAN BASE. THEIR SHOWS ARE A MASTERCLASS IN MUSICIANSHIP, SHOWCASING THE BAND’S TECHNICAL PROWESS AND COHESIVE ARTISTRY. WITH A SIGNATURE BLEND OF POWERFUL TONES OVER MELODIC ARRANGEMENTS, ECHO PILOT DELIVERS A SOUND THAT IS BOTH SONICALLY DIVERSE AND UNMISTAKABLY THEIR OWN.
FOLLOWING THEIR DEBUT ALBUM, A DAY LIKE THIS, IN 2022, THE BAND’S SOPHOMORE ALBUM, NOTION, WAS RELEASED ON FEBRUARY 28, 2025.
“Become the voices in my head…”
Lost, despairing, angry, abandoned, haunted…we are BACHELOR’S GROVE. Many have told stories of this small cemetery located on the outskirts of Chicago, however, nobody was ready for what was to come when ghosts leave their graves. Through the sound of chilling vocals, eerie guitars, and frightening drums, Bachelor’s Grove has made it their mission to bring back to life the metal scene that had been long gone in Chicago with a sound that sounds like no other.
Formed in late 2018, Bachelor’s Grove has evolved into the ominous metal band that it is today. Taking from many subgenres of metal such as melodic, symphonic, and alternative, this band is able to embody many different emotions ranging from melancholic darkness to manic intensity. The band has been able to make the most of uncertain times by releasing EVPs that would intrigue the ears of many, and so far they have. Bachelor’s Grove currently holds over 75,000 streams across all platforms.
Our debut album “EVP”is OUT NOW for streaming! Check out our music video for our song “Voices” Available on YouTube!
The band is currently working on their sophomore album…are you ready for the stories they were told not to tell?
THE BAND: Vocals: Abby Schultz // Lead Guitar: Aidan Halm // Rhythm Guitar: Lauren Conner // Drums: Nic Addelia
Bachelor’s Grove would like to thank you for helping us through this journey. Your support is very special to the band.
We are a hardcore band from the Fox Valley of Wisconsin.
3 stinky bastards from the south side of Chicago! Formed in 2017 by Dan G Pisser, Ken E Thrasher, and Philthy Mess! Junkers… you will fear…
Tormentor is a Hungarian black metal band formed in 1986 in Budapest. They recorded their first album, Anno Domini, in 1988, but were unable to release it until the end of communist rule in Hungary. The album reached Norway through the tape-trading community.
DOG GUITAR IS WOOFING ROUND CHICAGO WITH SICK TUNES AND SICKER ANTICS. AROOOOOOOO!
A loud, fast , heavy , rock and roll band from the far north suburbs of Chicago. Punk, Metal , and Rock and roll greybeards . We are STIFF. We will come to your town and party it down.
Zach -guitar , vocals
Jake – guitar , space wizardry
Joel -Bass , lead snark
Blackened Heavy Metal band from San Francisco
Emerging from the chaotic heart of Los Angeles comes Authors of Fate, a band that’s about as subtle as a sledgehammer to the face, wielding their brand of metalcore like a weapon of mass disruption.
Comprised of metal veterans—Elan Mlagenovich shredding the guitar while moonlighting as the group’s master planner, Robert Brunelle’s vocals, which can only be described as a demonically possessed preacher, Levi “Gizmo” Henderson slapping the bass like it owes him money, Bob Skau demolishing drums, and Joe Williams, the guitar maestro creating riffs that could summon the dead—Authors of Fate is an unstoppable force.
Their creative process is akin to a democratic dictatorship, led by Elan but fueled by each member’s passion and insanity, ensuring that every track is a collective piece of art. It’s organized chaos at its finest, a method to the madness that results in music that’s as unpredictable as it is unapologetic. But how did this band of brothers in metal come to be? Picture this: seasoned warriors from the realms of Kaustik, The Slow Forward, Killix, and Ruach, each bearing scars from battles past, coming together with a singular vision—to create music that’s not just heard but felt. Music that punches you in the gut, then offers you a beer.
Their influences are as eclectic as the band’s sound, drawing inspiration from the darkest corners of metal, the grittiest depths of punk, and the occasional existential crisis. It’s a melting pot of heaviness (and madness), resulting in a sound that’s distinctly, unapologetically their own.
Lights Out is the sixth studio album by English rock band UFO, released in 1977. All songs are band originals except “Alone Again Or”, a cover of a song by the band Love. Reaching number 23 on the Billboard 200, it is the band’s highest-charting album in the United States. In the UK, it hit number 54 and stayed on the chart for two weeks.
Live and Dangerous is a live double album by the Irish rock band Thin Lizzy, released in June 1978. It was recorded in London in 1976, and Philadelphia and Toronto in 1977, with further production in Paris. It was also the last Thin Lizzy album to feature guitarist Brian Robertson, who left the band shortly after its release.
The band decided to release a live album after their producer Tony Visconti did not have enough time to work on a full studio session. The group listened through various archive recordings from earlier tours and compiled the album from the best versions. Various studio overdubs were made to the live recordings during early 1978 in Paris; exactly how much of the album is overdubbed has been a contentious topic since its release. The album reached No. 2 in the UK album charts, ultimately selling over half a million copies. It has continued to attract critical acclaim and it has appeared in several lists of the greatest live albums of all time.
Grindcore/Death Metal band founded in 2001, resurrected in 2023. New album PERMANENT DAWN officially OUT NOW worldwide via M Theory Audio 🤘
Heavy Psych/Stoner/Blues Rock band from Granite City, Illinois
World Becomes Manhattan is an evocative blend between indie rock band and electronic. The scrappy cast of musicians are a pendulum that swings between harmony and chaos in the clock that counts down to the impending death of the earth. Michigan born songwriter and musical DIY-er Ben DeWitt drools out distorted, nihilism-infused lyrics over a backdrop of unique timbres and ear candy; ready to collapse the construct at large.
Direct From Los Angeles… Seventies-Inspired Funky Instrumental Jams From Former Gwen Stefani/Shania Twain Bass Player and His 5-piece Supergroup.
Derek Frank has built a career as a touring bass player, traveling the world with such icons as Shania Twain, Gwen Stefani, Air Supply, and many others. In the downtime on these gigs, he discovered a private music world inspired by the cultural debris of his 1970s childhood.
Years ago, the bassist-composer began to write the kind of music he used to hear on 1970s TV and movies. Today, Derek is leaning into the solo artist side of his career with his third solo album, Origin Story, released March 25, 2024 on all streaming platforms, CD, and vinyl. Origin Story boasts Derek’s strongest instrumental jazz-funk compositions to date.
“I used to love the music in Dirty Harry movies, and in the Wonder Woman and The Incredible Hulk television series,” the LA-based artist says. “When I finally found my voice as a solo artist, I decided to make that kind of music along with jazz and funk as the main influences.”
Derek and his handpicked five (sometimes seven)-piece band blend funk, blues, soul, jazz, southern rock, and seventies soundtrack music into a genre all their own. Derek’s compositions feature tight arrangements, slinky grooves, telepathic band interplay, and restrained virtuosity where chops are implied but not flaunted.
His solo work has garnered critical acclaim from such taste-making outlets as Bass Magazine, Guitar World Magazine, American Songwriter Magazine, Bass Player Magazine, Music Connection Magazine, “Everyone Loves Guitar Podcast,” and “The Bass Shed Podcast”, not to mention a Hollywood Independent Music Awards nomination for Best Instrumental Song. He’s earned favorable comparisons to Lettuce, Vulfpeck, Cory Wong, Snarky Puppy, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Karl Denson (who guests on Origin Story), and John Scofield. Previously, Derek has released Let The Games Begin (2009), and the aptly-titled Eleven Years Later (2020).
Derek has fond memories of growing up in Pittsburgh, watching 1970s TV and movies, and 1980s MTV. He discovered his love for the bass when he first picked one up off the wall of a music store while he was waiting for a guitar lesson. Derek later formally studied bass, and eventually moved to Los Angeles to be a professional musician.
Since then, Derek has emerged one of the most in demand touring and studio bassists in Los Angeles. He has worked with a “who’s-who” of A-list artists, including the aforementioned Gwen Stefani, Shania Twain, Shakira, Kelly Clarkson, Air Supply, Aly & AJ, Victoria Justice, Dancing With the Stars, Daniel Powter, Palaye Royale, Mindi Abair, The Boneshakers, Brian Auger’s Oblivion Express, and countless others.
As the title implies, Origin Story is an instrumental homage to his roots in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. “I often reminisce about my childhood, thinking of the David Byrne lyric: ‘How did I get here?,’” Derek says. “The songs on this album loosely sketch experiences of my early years, before I discovered my calling and current profession as a bass player.”
In what’s become a tradition with Derek’s solo records, he opens the 8-song album up with the funky, 1970s cop chase song, “Demon On Wheels,” replete with wah wah bass. The name is pinched from the late 1960s cartoon Speed Racer, and the monster jam features Las Vegas’s Fat City Horns. The percolating 16th notes on “The Yinzer” tastefully touch on Jaco Pastorius, but the overall compositional structure nods to the work of Karl Denson (The Greyboy Allstars, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, the Rolling Stones) who makes a cameo on the track. The slippery fusion funk of “Paperboy Blues” recalls Head Hunters-era Herbie Hancock, and features abstract Jimmy Herring-like jazz guitar melodies.
Derek’s handpicked quintet features guitarist Joshua Ray Gooch (Derek’s longtime bandmate with Shania Twain), keyboardist Carey Frank (Social Distortion, Tedeschi Trucks Band), drummer Randy Cooke (Smashmouth, Brit Floyd), and percussionist Demian Arriaga (Miley Cyrus, The Jonas Brothers). Also joining the party is keyboardist Matt Rohde (Jane’s Addiction, The Chicks), guitarist Anthony King (Buffy Sainte-Marie), The Fat City Horns, and guitarist Brent Mason, widely-regarded as one to the top 10 session guitarists of all time. Origin Story, and Derek’s previous album, were both produced by multiple Grammy award-winning producer Jim Scott (Tedeschi Trucks Band, Tom Petty, Wilco, Sting) at his vibey, all-analog PLYRZ Recording Studio.
Up next, catch Derek and his band performing in sweaty nightclubs, at jazz & jam band festivals, and wherever live groove music is showcased. You can also see Derek rolling through town with major artists at a theater or arena near you—he’ll continue pulling double duty as a hired gun. “I feel grateful to have my day job as a session and touring musician,” he says. “But now I am also focusing on using my bass playing in service of my own music.”
Hartsville, SC Rapper Trap Dickey
Andrea (she/her) is a Chicago based singer-songwriter. Her music is best described as primarily folk, with alt country, punk, and indie-rock influences. With a background in classical guitar, her music features the acoustic and electric guitar and mandolin. She is known for her storytelling and evocative songwriting. Andrea lives in Uptown with her wife and occasional songwriting partner, Julia.
Gatlin is the founder of Swank PR, a Chicago-based public relations, marketing and events company. She sat down with Vocalo host Bekoe to discuss her March 29 WEMADE Honors Brunch, celebrating women making a difference everywhere. Gatlin delved into her journey from grant writer to award-winning entrepreneur, the changing landscape of PR and the importance of authenticity in today’s digital age.
“Eleven years ago I began a mission to make a positive impact in my community and the world. After completing a rigorous undergraduate and graduate academic career at DePaul University, I quickly learned the role of health within a robust economy. I earned my undergraduate degree double majoring in Economics & Marketing as well as my masters in Economics & Policy Analysis. Through my studies, I concluded that health would be the strongest indicator to the level of an individual’s contributions. Collectively, the fate of our long-term economic growth is a derivative of our mental and physical well-being.
As the founder of Bani’s Beets, I am dedicated to learning about, educating, and promoting foods that combat diseases and illnesses; to help build communities that are wealthy from the inside out. We aim to Curve Cancer & Beet Diabetes, our nation’s leading health risks”
-Auriel Banister
After many trials from kitchen start up to becoming a well known local vendor, five years ago, Bani’s Beets planted its first brick and mortar in order to promote healthy living in the Beverly neighborhood and beyond. Our founder, Auriel Banister, champions the positive impact that healthy, organic juice and food can have on one’s health and overall being.
Today, we at Bani’s Beets work to provide you with fresh, quality juice and food to support a healthy lifestyle. No matter if you’re a health nut or just beginning your journey, our cold-pressed juice is the way to go.
Chicago Floral Designer & Event Curator
Stovink Creatives is a Black owned and woman owned brand collective that specializes in the creative and performing arts. We offer a variety of handcrafted and artisanal products, from cranberry sauce to candles, home and body products, and much more. We also host curated events, where we celebrate the creative energy of our collective and the many stories that they tell. Our mission is to provide our customers with quality, unique and beautiful products, as well as an unforgettable experience. We invite you to explore Stovink Creatives and join us in our mission of celebrating the power of creativity.
Hailing from the South Side of Chicago, Gvld Hearted is a singer-songwriter whose sultry sounds weave stories of passion, pain, and redemption. Blending raw emotion with smooth melodies, she creates music that lives in the space between heartbreak and healing.
We freak your favorite vibes and make SoulTribe babies.
trofe kapo 🏆🇭🇹 When you getting yo shit together it get lonely ….choose growth over company 💯 sign 2 @souljaboy & @sodmgrecordsll
Cavon Deshawn Paige, known professionally as YTB Fatt, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. Born and raised in West Memphis, Arkansas, he signed with Moneybagg Yo’s Bread Gang in 2023, and rose to mainstream fame with the single, “Shot Off Gumbo” that same year.
Grooving Death Thrash from Lake County, IL.
Mary Alice is a pop artist from Chicago who blends upbeat, feel- good pop with honest, emotional ballads. Inspired by the sounds of Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter, and Tate McRae, Mary Alice writes lyrics that are both playful and real—creating music with the intention of promoting authenticity, self-expression, and a fun loving sense of confidence.
Jemille Edwards, known as Skrilla, is a rapper based in Kensington which is located in Philadelphia, PA
Starting off the 2024 year strong, Skrilla released his two singles, “BLAHDAHDAHDAHDAH” and “GOD DAMN” at the top of the year. He follows up the success of these singles with the release of his album, Underworld, out now via Priority Records.
Austin Punk/Ska/Thrash/Whatever. IT JUST DOESN’T MATTER! MOO TONE!
misanthropic industrial antifolk punk poetry
S. Courtney Kostrick, aka FISHGUTZZZ, is Founding member, singer, writer& upright bass player for underground cult favorites, The Goddamn Gallows, Courtney “Fishgutzzz ” Kostrick has spent the past 20 years on the road, leaving behind a trail of barely believable stories, legendary shows & inspired musicians. In 2023 “Fishgutzzz” departed from the band to lead a reclusive lifestyle & focus on writing & recording. Building upon two prior solo records, (The Ignorant Band and The Stinkin Orchestra)the musical maverick is currently focusing on self releasing new music from his South Warren(Detroit) home and making live appearances. His 1st post Goddamn Gallows release is the dark, distraught yet melodic “Crawling to Church ” available now exclusively at Fishgutzzzofficial.com
Queen of Dreams European-style progressive power metal to the American Midwest. Our sound combines heavy riffs and catchy, soaring melodies with dazzling keyboard flourishes and progressive elements to create a truly epic experience for both your ears and your imagination.
We believe that heavy metal is for everyone. Our members range in age from early 20s to mid-50s, reflect an equal gender distribution, and hail from different backgrounds and life experiences. We draw strength from the diversity of our influences in our creative work and likewise seek to reach a diverse audience.
Epic fantasy literature is a bedrock of inspiration for our all-original music. Our lyrics connect our lived experiences to themes from fiction, with no homework necessary for appreciation. Exploring the lenses of our literary heroes through music helps us understand the range of life’s triumphs and disappointments.
Based in Madison, Wisconsin, Queen of Dreams has been performing live since 2021 and is expanding its reach throughout the Midwest.
Earlybirds Club is a dance party for women, trans, and non-binary people that starts early and ends early—becaause we have shit to do in the morning! At our New Wave party, you’ll dance the early evening away to songs from bands like The Cure, Depeche Mode, New Order, and Erasure. And go to bed at a reasonable hour.
10% of ticket proceeds benefit Chicago Recovery Alliance, which provides harm reduction and training to prevent drug overdoses.
Since his October 2024 album “If I Could I Would” Dave Blunts music has exploded with his song “The Cup” peaking at #6 on Spotify’s US Top 50 Viral Chart and its accompanying music video peaking at #7 on YouTube trending. This virality originated with a video of Dave’s debut live performance which has garnered 38.6M views and set the internet ablaze with additional viral posts from Snoop Dogg, @records, @rap, @bars, and many more. Dave followed this moment with a performance at Juice WRLD Day, a debut headline show in Los Angeles, and media appearances with Bradley Martin, N3on, Bootleg Kev, 42daily, Dope As Usual, and Bryce Crawford. This movement has resulted in a +700% increase in daily streams and 1M+ new followers across Dave’s socials.
Now, Dave has his sights set on even greater success in 2025 – with plans to release his next studio album, his March performance at Rolling Loud LA and his debut headline US tour. Dave has just returned with his first single “Thinking Of You” which begins the rollout of his next album and is accompanied by a music video. The song and music video feature a character from his previous album “Solar”, exploring his romantic woes just in time for Valentine’s Day.
RECENT HIGHLIGHTS
● 48.9M+ All time Global Streams
● 2.1M Weekly digital streams globally
● 13.8M+ likes across Tiktok
● 392k Instagram followers
Ranked No. 8 as “he hottest guitarist in the world right now” in the “100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time” by the readers of the British guitar magazine Total Guitar. Ichika Nito is one of Japan’s hottest guitarists in the world. He has been receiving strong support from world-famous guitarists such as John Petrucci ( Dream Theater) and Pete Townshend ( The Who), as well as world-class artists such as Zedd, Martin Garrix, and John Cunningham, who has produced songs for Halsey, XXXTentacion, and others.
Ichika Nito’s sensitivity and his one-of-a-kind guitar style, tone, and technique are highly acclaimed overseas, and he is constantly receiving calls to provide music and participate in music compositions. Despite his category as a guitarist, he has over 700,000 followers on Instagram and over 2 million subscribers to his YouTube channel. Those results show his worldwide popularity.
Both of Jared Rabin’s past two albums have premiered in the Top 5 on the Folk Alliance Radio charts, with “CHASING THE LIGHT” reaching #3. Bluegrass Today said, “Chasing The Light is, as its title implies, an illuminating effort, and one that ought to elevate Rabin to the higher pantheons inhabited by those that are bringing bluegrass to the mainstream audience it so decidedly deserves. And it’s that undeniable appeal that becomes ever more apparent throughout.”
Jared started learning music at age five from his grandfather, who was the first chair violinist for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Jared became a proficient multi-instrumentalist, went on to study jazz composition and has traveled the world performing an array of music, with different bands and as a solo artist. His songwriting has been awarded by international competitions including the Grand Prize at the 2023 John Lennon Songwriting Contest, and his recordings have been featured by American Songwriter, Bluegrass Today, NPR and others. He is a longtime fixture on the Chicago music scene. He can be found performing there often.
Buffalo Wabs and the Price Hill Hustle hail from Cincinnati where they have been crafting a sound that is both rooted in tradition and refreshed by modern sensibilities. This four-piece ensemble confronts the raw expanse of American music, and their upcoming self-titled album merges the timeless echoes of traditional Americana with the turbulent force of modern rock and folk.
The band is known for their diverse range, moving seamlessly from high-energy, foot-stomping numbers to rich, harmony-laden ballads. Their odyssey through the Mid-Atlantic and beyond—spanning the harsh winters of Colorado and Minnesota to the verdant hills of Asheville and upstate New York—has been a journey through both grand stages and humble taverns. The group’s performances focus on delivering a moment that feels as genuine as a home-cooked meal shared with friends.
Their guiding philosophy is simple: “If it doesn’t stir the soul, it ain’t soup.” This motto reflects their commitment to creating music that resonates deeply and authentically with each audience they encounter. All shows are approached with a sense of sincerity, aiming to connect with their audience on a personal level seldomly seen.
Buffalo Wabs and the Price Hill Hustle offer an experience that’s as heartening as a tale told by the fireside. Their new album promises to be a testament to their ability to blend the old with the new, providing a musical journey that is both engaging and sincerely moving.
UNTO OTHERS have spent their seasons in the abyss and come out the other side with streams of harsh light breaking through their darkened gothic and classic metal motifs on Never, Neverland. Having burst upon the worldwide scene with 2018’s Don’t’ Waste Your Time EP and its 2019 follow up LP, Mana, UNTO OTHERS set the metal underground ablaze, leading to a clutch of high-profile gigs and tours with the likes of King Diamond, Uncle Acid and The Deadbeats, and Paradise Lost in the US + Europe with Gaahl’s Wyrd and Tribulation. Hundreds of live shows across the world have solidified UNTO OTHERS’ position on the rock and metal landscape as black clad, dark sunglass wearing successors to the likes of Sisters of Mercy and Type O Negative. On inking with Century Media and hiring British producer Tom Dalgety (Ghost, The Cult), what began as an exaltation of exhaustion from endless time on the road, blossomed into the band’s most diverse and fulfilled work to date.
Never, Neverland builds upon the seductive and beguiling foundation UNTO OTHERS has hewn out of a bedrock of goth, classic rock, punk, black metal and heavy metal. From propulsive opener, “Butterfly” to the majestic “Angel of the Night” all the way through to the wry, punkish swagger of “Suicide Today” and their unforgettable take on The Ramone’s “Pet Sematary”, Never, Neverland is equally dreamy while never letting go of the energy and darkness that is UNTO OTHERS.
Sweden’s kings of gothic, deathly metal have returned with new album, ‘Where the Gloom Becomes Sound’. ‘Where the Gloom Becomes Sound’ is a masterclass in all things tenebrous and creepy. The Swedes have crafted a sonic fingerprint unlike any other by fusing heavy metal, death metal, hard rock, and (Swedish) folk music into what can only be described as the “Tribulation sound.” The immaculate production was helmed by Tribulation, producer Jamie Elton, mixing ace Tom Dalgety (Ghost, Rammstein), and mastering star Magnus Lindberg (Lucifer, Dool).
Offer Tribulation: “The music is heavier this time around. But that has to do with the way the songs were written. Sound-wise, it’s even more luxurious. It’s polished. It’s bigger. And it’s fatter. There’s a big range, I think, to the songs themselves. So, there’s also a bit of change in there. I would hope by this point people would be used to change in Tribulation. I will say the horror element is still and always will be present.” March with Tribulation as they traverse the fuliginous depths and the gleaming outer heavens on Where the Gloom Becomes Sound.
Mudslinger/songwrecker The Narcissist Cookbook uses five-rounds-rapid storytelling and powerful songwriting as a siege weapon trained on the barker between the stage and the audience. An irreverent, unpredictable and inimitable voice in modern spoken word.
“Bug has the very unique skill of being able to put a lifetime of experiences in a single song. There is also a very rare quality where even the most painful lyrics manage to have a silver lining or hope within their theme. Every song has a story, and every story has something profound to pull from it. Every single album and song is an entire rush of words that manage to perfectly capture so many specific emotions and moments in time. There is such a rare quality in the writing, and I’ve yet to find another artist that I can fully compare to Bug Hunter.”
elgin based latin alt rock band 😔🇲🇽❤️🔥