BAPHOMET
We are a metal band from Chicago IL. We are here to tour, release music, tour some more, and Kick ass!
TANTIVY
Heavy Metal/Rock n Roll MADNESS
Wausau Wisconsin
DOG PARTY
Dog Party is a California-based, indie rock’n’roll band, composed of sisters, Gwendolyn and Lucy Giles. Compared with bands like The Go-Go’s, The Ramones, The White Stripes, and The Runaways, Dog Party establishes their own unique west coast sound with a dash of punk and a sprinkle of pop. With 6 records and extensive touring under their belts, Dog Party has been active since 2007. In fall of 2016, they were the Special Guests on Green Day’s Revolution Radio North American tour.
MILKY CHANCE
Milky Chance is a German rock band originating in Kassel. It consists of vocalist and guitarist Clemens Rehbein, bassist and percussionist Philipp Dausch, and their band members, Antonio Greger and Sebastian Schmidt.
TORENA
Oxnard Hardcore
LANDON CONRATH
On the back of his debut album, Nothing Matters Anyway, and after nearly a year of touring with artists like Yam Haus, Windser, and Ber, Minneapolis songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Landon Conrath is gearing up to release his EP I’m Alive… So It’s Fine. Unsurprisingly, fans are already singing along to recent singles like “Broken” word for word. As the song title suggests, the EP was born out of an explosive writing period during a tumultuous time for Landon. “The entire project came from a singular, but painful, experience,” says Landon. And while “it wasn’t cool to go through” the power that it gives to the work is evident in every song.
What you will recognize in I’m Alive… So It’s Fine is Landon’s distinct sound of hook-based indie-pop. His smooth vocals, deeply personal lyrics, signature melodies, and simple but ear-sticking beats have defined his style and drawn in listeners by the millions. But like all happy accidents that gleam their iconic meaning in retrospect, it wasn’t a conscious choice. “Your sound should be what’s available to you,” says Landon, “Initially, we didn’t have enough mics to record drums, so we used samples. It was a crutch at first, and now it defines my sound.”
Since those early sessions, Landon’s production skills have evolved with intricate layers and experimental vocal effects. “November” juxtaposes glitchy electronic trills with earthy acoustics and a bouncing bass riff. Lyrically, Landon unpacks an uncertain relationship and feelings of regret – a theme that runs through the project. “Space Invader,” a song that truly sounds otherworldly, was built around an acoustic guitar melody that blossomed into a playful collage of textures. I’m Alive… So It’s Fine boasts a diverse musical landscape for Landon, highlighting his unique playfulness, and fresh approach to songwriting.
Mixed in is a defined sense of physicality. Most of the project was recorded in an echoing room. “I wanted the feeling of the space between our instruments to be present on the track,” says Landon. It’s a sentiment that carries through in the lyrics. In “Funeral Home,” friend and featured artist Ber’s verse is an added layer of storytelling to an already emotive track. Location plays a huge role in many of Landon’s songs. He wants elements of the real world to exist in his music. “I mention a lot of chain restaurants and grocery stores in my music because it’s a physical place people can relate to.”
Speaking of physical places, live music has always been an integral part of Landon’s story. At his shows, Landon doesn’t spend much time in the green room, rather opting for the merch table to get to know his fans. “We don’t get a lot of passive fans that come to the show. They know every single word, and everyone has a personal story connected to the music.”
Landon’s fans connect with his deeply personal lyrics and emotional struggles. Songs like “Deep End” dive into his issues of anxiety and depression. Landon doesn’t shy away from being honest about his experience. “Falling Pieces,” the longest song on the project, finds Landon at his most epic with a powerful building drum sequence as a line calls out from the crescendo: “I’m not alright.”
This kind of honesty points to the core of his relationship with his fans. While many artists, understandably hunger for viral moments and streaming playlists, Landon is concerned about building a community. It’s no wonder, then, that his goal of being an artist who can move thousands of tickets wherever he goes is quickly becoming a reality. That’s not to say that he isn’t also pulling numbers. Landon’s first run of Nothing Matters Anyway vinyl sold out in one hour. He has over 200k views on YouTube, his single “2AM” is now past 6 million streams on Spotify, and he’s got over 3 million monthly streams. He’s also received critical acclaim from Ones to Watch, The Current, MPLS Magazine, MN Daily, Variance Magazine, and many more.
In the midst of all this momentum, Landon is already back to writing for his next project. But before we get ahead of ourselves…. I’m Alive… So It’s Fine releases September 29.
MUDDLE
Post-Hardcore from the south side of Chicago, Illinois.
THE GROW OPS
Hard-hitting pot punk from the Chicago burbs.
Joey:
Vocals/Guitar
Kyle:
Vocals/Bass
AC:
Vocals/Guitar
Drew:
Drums
CHRIS SIEBOLD ALLSTARS
This is Chris Siebold’s bio. He was raised by a rare breed of panther that lives in the desert.
Guitar: Chris Siebold
Bass: Larry Kohut
Drums: Gerald Dowd
YOUCH
🎸Eclectic rock band
Scott (guitar)
Drew (drums)
Mike (bass)
🎧 Youch EP on Spotify
📍Chicago, IL
BASEMENT COLLECTIVE
Basement Collective is a progressive-fusion group of instrumentalists with the goal of expressing wild creativity and pushing the boundaries of their musical knowledge. Their compositions are unique blends of jazz, classical theory, prog-rock, and metal, resulting in sonically diverse and richly dynamic musical expression.
Trumpet – Jesse Wade
Keyboards – Sean Alvarez
Guitar – Evan Reyes
Keybass and Synth – Evan Borkstrom
Drums – Mike Tabor
JESS MARTINEZ
Jess Martínez is a Chicago-based comedian who enjoys making audiences laugh as she genuinely tries to make sense of the world around her. She has entertained audiences across the country and was selected as one of 11 acts to perform at the 2022 Latinx Theatre Commons Comedy Carnaval.
Her love of stand-up comedy started in middle school when she became obsessed with Comedy Central’s half-hour specials. She especially enjoyed Comedy Central performances by Gabriel Iglesias, Mitch Hedberg, Jim Gaffigan, Demitri Martin, Pablo Francisco, Mike Birbiglia, and Maria Bamford. She finally hit the stage herself for the first time in 2017 and graduated from both The Second City Training Center and Feminine Comique stand-up programs in 2018.
Jess is co-producer of Holiday Party, co-founder of the Latina Comedy Festival, and assistant producer at The Moth StorySLAM Chicago.
SOLI SANTOS
Soli Santos, writer, actor, comedian, and native Chicagoan, began her comedy career as a student and graduate of The Second City and i.O. She has shared the stage with comedy heavyweights Cameron Esposito and Manny Maldonado and has featured at Zanies, The Improv and The Laugh Factory. Soli was excited to be a cast member of Urban Theater Company’s play, Not For Sale, which was nominated for the prestigious Jefferson Award. She has also been cast in a number of webseries, The Haven, The Open Mic, as well as, on various sketches with The Onion. She has written and performed at Second City’s Mary Scruggs Women’s Sketch Fest and is a former co-producer of Las Locas Comedy. She has also co-written and co-produced a sketch show with her second sketch group, Minority Rules, which were featured on WGN. You can check her out in the Amazon Prime comedy, Enter the Mollusk.
EASE WORLD
Futuristic Nostalgia
SAINT ICKY
Straight from the westside of Chicago rapper/producer Saint Icky blur the line between hip hop trap and electronic music sculpting his own niche soundscapes. With beats tinged heavily in hard-hitting 808s and eerie synthesizers, Ick continues to darken the cloud around the persona of a promising up and coming voice within the Chicago DIY rap landscape. Constantly tip toeing the lines between a variety of genres, Saint Icky has successfully proven that he isn’t here to set trends and expectations—but to tear them apart, instead.
WAVE CHAPELLE
Born in 1994 Radontae Ashford aka Wave Chapelle, is an hip hop artist from the north side of Milwaukee, WI. Wave Chapelle gained popularity by releasing single songs through his soundcloud, that later transcended into mixtapes. In 2013 Wave made his debut with the mixtape “It’ll All Make Sense Soon”. In late 2014 Wave followed with his second project, “Only the Beginning” featuring Curren$y, Rico Love, & more, becoming the first young artist to break out of his city. Spring 2016 Wave debuted his long awaited project “W” featuring his stand out tracks Overtime & Let’s Win ft. IshDARR, solidifying his place both at the local and national level. Later that year Wave unleashed a flurry of singles ranging from Boss Up (feat. Lil Uzi Vert) – Single to Don’t See Em ft. K CAMP to Henny Cardi. In 2017 Wave followed up with the second installment of his series It’ll All Make Sense Soon 2showcasing his growth with tracks like Waves ft. Malcolm Anthony & Authentic. Throughout his work, he teeters between neo-soul production, trap-like beats, and boom bap, using the platform to spit bars on his personal narrative, his city, and his progress.
PARLAY PASS
From the Northside of Atlanta, Georgia, Parlay Pass delivers the unexpected. His effortless style of trap gets the crowd jumping across cultures. From ATL to Seoul, Parlay is rapidly rising to popularity through viral successes and collaborations with industry icons such as Jay Park and movers and shakers such as Fki 1st, Keith Ape, Dumbfoundead, Ted Park, and more. Parlay will continue to soar to new heights and push the envelope to redefine the face of American Hip-Hop.
THE RIP TAYLORS
Nashville’s Best Pop Punk Band
THE STEPHENS
Power pop punk Ramonescore based on the written works of SK. Campy, derivative, fun. Based in Nashville.
THE WINKS
4 piece Rock and Roll band from STL. Coming to a town near you soon.
LYNYRD SKYNYRD (Pronounced ‘Lĕh-‘nérd ‘Skin-‘nérd)
(Pronounced ‘Lĕh-‘nérd ‘Skin-‘nérd) is the debut studio album by American rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd, released on August 13, 1973.
DEAD DOG
Formed in 2022, Dead Dog is a Chicago based Rock band with a long history together that long predates this project.
KADABRA
The band formed during the dark days of 2020 and were quickly signed by Heavy Psych Sounds, who released Ultra in the fall of 2021 and established the band’s penchant for delivering crushing doom riffs and haunting vocals accentuated by bursts of psychedelic flair and swampy Americana swagger. And while the chemistry of long-time friends Garrett Zanol (guitar/vocals), Ian Nelson (bass) and Chase Howard (drums) was apparent upon listening to their debut, their bond was further strengthened by relentlessly touring the western United States and completing a month-long tour of Europe. The trio almost immediately began looking forward, road-testing and crystalizing the songs that would comprise their follow-up, which found the band reuniting with Ultra producer Dawson Scholz. The result is Umbra: a singular statement that is more focused and cohesive than its predecessor, while managing to capture the immersive, free-flowing experience of their live show. Umbra is set to release on October 6 via Heavy Psych Sounds Records.
OZ NOY / DENNIS CHAMBERS / JIMMY HASLIP
“It’s Jazz. It just doesn’t sound like it.”
This is how virtuoso guitarist Oz Noy describes his intoxicating blend of jazz, funk, rock, blues, and r&b.
Born in Israel, Oz Noy started his professional career at the age of 13 playing jazz, blues, pop, and rock music. By age 24, he was one of the most established studio guitar players in the country.
Since his 1996 arrival in New York, Oz has made a huge impact on the international music scene. His unique and intoxicating style has broken all the rules of instrumental guitar music by focusing on the groove.
The Oz Noy Trio is rounded out with Dennis Chambers on drums, who has recorded and performed with John Scofield, George Duke,Brecker Brothers, Santana, Parliament/Funkadelic, John McLaughlin, Niacin, Mike Stern, CAB, Greg Howe, and many others. Chambers has become well known among drummers for his technique and speed.
Bassist Jimmy Haslip has been the choice of the likes of Allan Holdsworth and Robben Ford. A unique low-end stylist like no other, he keeps things both grounded and propelled forward.
WYNNE
Wynne is one of Hip-Hop’s most remarkable rising stars. Born Sina Wynne Holwerda in 1997, and growing up an outcast in Lake Oswego, a suburb of Portland, Oregon, she gravitated towards Hip-Hop at the age of nine. Studying the greats from afar, and dedicating her life to becoming a rapper by the age of 12, she established herself in the underground scene by competing in national cyphers. Soaking up influence from the greats of generations past (Jay-Z, Dilla, Foxy Brown, and the list goes on), as well as modern paragons like SZA and Drake, Wynne became a phenom by the age of 19, going viral several times and blowing the internet away with her veteran-level rapping. She quickly started gaining co-signs from some of music’s titans (Timbaland, Missy Elliot, Twista, Wyclef Jean) and cultural gatekeepers like Rob Markman and Zane Lowe, among several others. At 21 years old Wynne graduated college and released her debut mixtape “If I May..,” boasting assists from several A-list producers such as Hit-Boy, DJ Dahi, and Sounwave, as well as features from J.I.D, Mahalia, and fellow hometown hero, Damian Lillard. This took her on a sold out tour with Earthgang and Mick Jenkins at the top of 2020. Through the early 2020s, she dropped an experimental EP with Dreamville super-producer Christo, along with a dozen singles, garnering millions of streams as she shepherded fans towards her new sound, ending the year with a viral hit, “Look At You.”
AURABOROS
BURNING SISTER
MILE HIGH DOWNER ROCK
GLASSHOUSE OWL
Four hearts fueled by a common desire. Four minds thinking individually and acting collectively. Four musicians harvesting emotions from their souls and pouring them out together to create a sky of sound for the listener to travel across, this is Glasshouse Owl (GHO). Just like their hometown of Chicago, GHO combines elements of blues, soul, and grunge to create an energetic style of rock.
When the world was thrown off its axis, this group of friends set out to create something lasting, to share stories through song in hopes to be a light in otherwise uncertain times. Composed of lead vocals/keys/rhythm guitarist Mike Bargas, lead guitarist Mike Desantis, bassist David Painter, and drummer Mike Pescetto, GHO is a band who hopes to fill its listeners with energy and emotion.
With dirty, distortion-filled guitars, vibrant keys, grooving bass lines, and melodic vocals with a growling delivery that could rise to a stunning bellow all over hard-hitting, pulsing percussions, GHO has created a style of rock that doesn’t check one box. Floating through a galaxy of genres, inspired by the sights and sounds, GHO is on a mission of musical exploration. An open invitation is issued to the listener. Ears up. Wings out. Onward.
JANIS JOPLIN “PEARL”
Pearl is the second and final solo album (and fourth album overall) by Janis Joplin, released on January 11, 1971, three months after her death on October 4, 1970. It was the final album with her direct participation, and the only Joplin album recorded with the Full Tilt Boogie Band, her final touring unit. It peaked at number one on the Billboard 200, holding that spot for nine weeks. It has been certified quadruple platinum by the RIAA.
FOREIGNER “RECORDS”
Records is a compilation album by the British-American rock band Foreigner, released on November 29, 1982, to span the band’s first four albums through 1981. Along with their second album, Double Vision, this release is the group’s best-selling record. It has been certified 7× platinum by the RIAA.
EVIL BLADE
Chicago Hard Rock/Heavy Metal band which DEBUTED at the world famous Whisky A Go Go 6/23/23
SIXTY LUMENS
Formed in 2020, Sixty Lumens is an up and coming electronic alt-rock band from Chicago, IL. Combining catchy anthemic rock choruses with refreshing modern synth and beat production, the band showed off their musical prowess with their first single “It Is Where You Are”. Singing about the dread of having an invisible horror-film monster follow you mixed with upbeat and energetic pop-punk songwriting proved to be an effective combination. Their follow up single “INSIDE” shows off a completely different side of the band, utilizing a darker, moodier and more dynamic sound. Bringing into play a splash of heavy breakdowns, a tear jerking piano interlude, and a final soaring chorus makes for a listening experience that feels totally unique. They will have more to come, teasing a new EP in early 2021.
THE BURNING LIGHTS
The Burning Lights are a supernova of catchy hooks and heartfelt anthems for the lost and lonely. Their honest and relatable songs are bursting with pop sensibility and laced with punk-rock urgency, making this band the soundtrack you have been looking for and the feeling you have been missing. Currently based out of Chicago, The Burning Lights put on high energy live performances that have rock and roll spirit and undeniable charisma. They have shared stages with large touring acts such as The Dirty Nil, Castlecomer, and more, and have played legendary venues including The Middle East Club and Bottom Lounge, among others. After releasing a series of singles produced by Paul Leavitt (All Time Low, The Dangerous Summer), The Burning Lights entered the studio to record their debut full-length album with Arun Bali (Saves The Day, Bayside), releasing “Hello Anxiety” in 2022. The group is currently writing their second studio album. 🔥💡
MS. BROWN
Ms. Brown is a comedian, singer, and host based in Chicago, Known for his rapid fire tongue, incisive crowd work, and improvisational fancy, Ms. brown can be seen performing at Lincoln Lodge, Laugh Factory, Comedy Bar, and other live performance venues throughout the Chicagoland area.
TITO
Tito is the Chicago Roast Battle Champion, is a Lincoln Lodge regular, and featured at Laugh Factory and Zanies. He was recently featured on Kill Tony, and Roast Battle in Austin.
BRANDON KIEFFER
Brandon Kieffer is a Chicago based stand-up comedian, originally from the swamps of Georgia. After a rocky start performing in Savannah strip clubs and gay bars, Brandon took the above ground railroad north and stayed for the next decade.
As far as credits go, he was the warm up comedian for the Paula Deen Cooking show, but got fired for telling people he was dating Paula and the show paid him in Confederate money; they were not fans.
BRILLIANT BEHEMOTH
D-Beat Obsessed Goregrind from the South Side of Chicago
Liz – Guitar, Bass,
Vomits
Max – Drums, Vocals
BEAVER FEVER
One piece, Grindcore from Edmonton, Canada
Tsunami Nagasaki:guitars/ bass/vox/drum programming.
ORGAN TRAIL
Organ Trail is a multi regional gore soaked Death Grind band hailing from PA, VA, and NC. Founded in 2013.
STATE OF EMERGENCY
Chicago’s legendary 80s ska 3-piece reunites once again! A rare set from members who would eventually form Skapone
RON BAKER JR
Born the son of a preacher, Ron Baker Jr. has carefully logged his many years of experience of being a P.K. to form a new brand of contemporary comedy
DUTCHES THE DJ
Established 2017. Inspired by her favorite artists and sounds. Her blend techniques make the vibe unique.
MANI JURDAN
Mani Jurdan is a Jamaican emcee born and raised on the West and South sides of Chicago, Illinois. Mani Jurdan is known throughout the artist community to be a storyteller of his experiences growing up in environments that were not conducive to the growth of young Black and Brown children. From the trigger happy Southside to the fast money West side, he would channel these experiences mixing old school disciplines such as lyricism, substance, and boom bap with new school sounds.
Mani Jurdan has brought his messaging of storytelling and spiritual enlightenment to some of the biggest stages/platforms in the country i.e. A3C, AHH Fest, TIP Fest, The International Festival Of Life, LTAB, For Oak Cliff, Next Show Case , and The Silver Room Block Party. With a stream of consciousness throughout his lyricism, he has been able to support artists such as Jay Electronica, GLC, Chance The Rapper, Capelton, and Ace Hood. Mani Jurdan is a champion for self-love and awareness and it is effortlessly conveyed through every performance he delivers. He is recognized as a high energy performer that keeps his audience present and in the moment with his creative approach to engaging with the crowd. By fusing Hip-Hop with elements of Reggae and Rock, Mani Jurdan is making a clear case that he is the RockStar that this generation has been waiting to meet.
SAM THOUSAND
SAM THOUSAND (formally known as Sam Trump) is a multi-instrumentalist, singer/writer, producer/composer and a 3Arts Recipient with 15+ years of experience in live performance art, curation, and self management. Since picking up the trumpet at age 7, his artistry has allowed him the opportunity to perform in all corners of North America as well as overseas.
LARRY SMITH
What’s going on world traveling comic father leader and The messenger.
BELFUSCH
Belfusch (bel-foosh) is a 2 piece band performing original compositions blending Americana and Improv
LEVI EVANS
Levi grew up surrounded by music. From a young age he explored a diverse range of unconventional instruments while studying piano and guitar. The music he creates has a sophisticated simplicity that makes it easy to connect and move to. He writes lyrics in a unique voice, delivering them with articulate phrasing that reflects his natural swing. Songwriting has become his way of processing his experiences; serving as a mirror and a window, an insight and outlet to the way he moves through the world; a kind of contemporary poetic social commentary about the universal struggles and joyful abandonment of our times. Keep a close ear to this young talent.
DOMOMOON
DomoMoon’s neo-soul and jazz influenced style is electrifying. DomoMoon was born and raised in Chicago continues to be inspired by her mother and late Father, (Karen & Joseph) who consumed a wide variety of music. She is heavily influenced by artists such as Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, Chaka Khan, Anita Baker and Sade. DomoMoon has collaborated with many artists as a singer, songwriter and arranger. She is known for her creative mind and abilities to set the mood with her spirit filled music. Her laid-back-down-to-earth-vibe-with-childlike-heart will soothe your hair follicles down to the sole of your feet. DomoMoon is the newest artist to join Creative Revolution.
TONY X EVANS
Tony Evans X is a Chicago-based producer, recording artist and songwriter. He is the founder of Creative Revolution and has been in the professional entertainment industry for over 15 years as a vocalist, songwriter, and activist. Tony is a classically trained baritone with an extended falsetto range. Tony has been in several notable music groups while attending college at Indiana University such as the Grammy-nominated Singing Hoosiers, The African American Choral Ensembleand Soul Revue which is America’s first and finest collegiate Black popular music ensemble. Tony uses his classical soul based training to deliver a strong soulful sound with undertones of gospel. Tony is primarily an inspirational artist with a focus on healing music and collaborates with other artists who share the same mission to build community resilience. Tony has performed at major venues across the country and has opened up for major acts as a lead and background vocalist. Tony provides a wide range of professional expertise as an music industry professional and musician that will fosters innovative development and creativity needed to foster the success of Creative Revolution as a thriving recording label.
SHANE GUERRETTE
It’s the old way of doing things that inspires a new sound for upstate NY based artist, Shane Guerrette. Drawing influence from classic soul and roots rock genres, Shane has only just begun to craft his own retro flavored sound. With a recent self-released debut album called “Here’s Hoping” and plans of touring in the near future, you’ll want to keep an eyeout for what’s to come from this rising star.
ZACH PERSON
American recording artist, Zach Person, is the new face of indie rock. Emerging out of Austin, Texas, Person plays loud, raw, and connects with his music fans on a primal sonic level. Person has a swagger, talent and grit beyond his years. With the poise of a seasoned veteran on stage and the stylings of a mega star, he commands an audience in seconds.
“Reminiscent of everyone from Elmore James and Duane Allman to The Black Keys and Jack White, Person channels a raw, pure-bred American swagger,” said American Songwriter. “Between the driving beat, Person’s fuzzed-out vocals and the layers of bombastic guitar parts, the tune shows off all the reasons that Buddy Guy once said of Person ‘What else can I say? The young man is hot!’”
His inspirations are varied, and include prolific artists like The Black Keys, Jack White, Chris Stapleton, Jonny Lang, Funkadelic, and Led Zeppelin. With his new project, Zach has created his own take on a contemporary hybrid of blues and rock music, arranged in a pop format.
Person’s self-titled, debut LP dropped on April 2, 2021 and garnered the attention of notable press including American Songwriter, Classic Rock Magazine, American Blues Scene, Guitar World, Premier Guitar and more.
The overall success of his LP, has led to additional collaborations with international brands like, Amazon, Kendra Scott, Soho House, Kimpton & Fairmont Hotels, and BMI.
Zach is currently touring in North America and Europe. Stay tuned as Zach will be releasing new music throughout the course of the year.
HASTINGS
At the young age of sixteen Hastings moved to Nashville, Tennesee to pursue his music career. The multi-instrumentalist artist first began rolling out his EP last August releasing his first-ever single “Heart’s Not In It.” This is a funky guitar-based track with lively synths. In addition, the track is about an unrequited love that was short-lived. Hastings says, “I just want you to pull emotion from the music. It can be whatever you’re feeling. Maybe after you listen, you’ll want to call your ex… A lot of these songs are about breakups, relationships, and life. Maybe you can relate to some of my experiences, I’m just sharing what I go through.”
He made his live debut supporting The Band CAMINO at New York City’s Bowery Ballroom. Since then, he has hit the road supporting The Band CAMINO along with special guest flor for The Tour CAMINO. Behind the scenes, he also helped to co-write The Band Camino’s single “Roses.” – Nadya Hubbard, The Garnette Report
LITTLE IMAGE
little image is a Dallas based group that started playing music together for eight years and throughout that near-decade, the band morphed from a group of perpetually online suburban teens who were obsessed with underground indie rock and had no idea what they wanted to be into the tight-knit outfit you see today. While many young artists had their careers derailed in 2020 due to COVID, it actually managed to save little image, which was gearing up to announce itself to the world without realizing the members needed more time for reflection.
The Dallas-based alt-pop trio released their debut album SELF TITLED earlier this year via Hollywood Records. Produced in partnership with Chad Copelin (Sufjan Stevens, 5 Seconds Of Summer), the album featured songs “LUNGS BURN,” “BLUE,” and “OUT OF MY MIND,” the latter garnering millions of streams ahead of the album’s release and broke the Top 20 on Alternative Airplay, was featured in a Hulu ad, and secured the group for On The Verge – ALT, iHeart’s premiere breaking artist program. After opening for Panic! At The Disco, Colony House, and more.
KAYCYY
Mark Makora Mbogo, known professionally as KayCyy or KayCyy Pluto, is a Kenyan-American rapper, singer and songwriter. Born in Kenya, Mbogo moved with his family to St. Paul, Minnesota at an early age. While Hip-hop is at the core, KayCyy’s music blends a mix of Afrobeat, R&B, and Pop. When asked to describe his musical style, KayCyy says that he doesn’t like to label his genre…he says that he is “just free.”
SEEKER PEARL
Seeker Pearl is a band from Chicago, IL. Creating heavy anthems drawing from many metal sub-genres, with industrial and electronic themes woven throughout. Comprised of drummer Dino Panzani, guitarist Remek Jakimow, and vocalist/multi-instrumentalist Lindsay Miller. The band’s heavy style incorporates dark ambients and mysterious themes. Signreader run, what you seek, is seeking you…
Cëra
Camila Isabel is a vocalist, writer, and musician from the West Side of Chicago. Her musical background explores the sounds, textures and feelings of Jazz and Soul Music, and introduces rhythms influenced by her lineage from the Caribbean Islands. Camila has been performing in and around the city since she was 15 years old, playing in venues such as Andy’s Jazz Club, The Jazz Showcase, and private events at The Ritz Hotel. Emerging now as the foundation of her trio Cëra, she hopes to cultivate an air of intimacy whenever she performs, bringing sensual, warm sounds and poetry to those with a listening ear.
SAM TOMPKINS
Combining heart-on-sleeve lyrical immediacy with laid-back R&B pop stylings, East Sussex-born singer/songwriter Sam Tompkins spent his formative years busking before Island Records signed him in 2019. Often switching between a soulful falsetto and an earthier delivery of lines about day-to-day city life by switching accents, Tompkins’ vocal style clearly displayed his southern English roots. After releasing his debut EP, Coloured Emotions, in 2017, he made his major-label debut with the EP From My Sleeve to the World in 2019. His 2021 cover of Bruno Mars‘ “Talking to the Moon” was sampled later the same year by Jnr Choi on the international hit “To the Moon,” just a few months before Tompkins presented his fourth EP, 2022’s Who Do You Pray To.