Ohio-born songwriter Nick Wilkinson draws from his rural upbringing to deliver unapologetically on wanderlust and love. Wilkinson is known for his high energy and engaging performance that has been known as “theater rock” in some circles and Out of the Blue called them: “A touch of Cash fused with early 90’s Barenaked Ladies style rock.”

Measuring Marigolds (Joshua Ruebeck) is a folk singer from Pennsylvania who’s called the Midwest home for the last 10 years. Their introspective songwriting explores the quiet moments in life; the days when you wake up and have 30 seconds before existential dread sets in; the joy of catching snowflakes on your tongue. Many of their songs draw heavily on the 60s songwriters they grew up listening to like Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, and Phil Ochs, as well as current performers including Haley Heynderickx, Vashti Bunyan, and Lady Lamb.

Jaesen Pemberton is a newly Chicago based musician originally from Oklahoma. Specializing in folk music she tells story through her guitar style and use of metaphor. Some of her music has been called “haunting” and “siren like”. She played a variety of venues for over 14 years in Oklahoma and is now excitedly playing more shows here in Chicago.

Sara Mercurio, born and raised in New York, is a Chicago-based musician and performing artist. A frequent act at many open mics and DIY events, Sara has also performed at spaces like the Holiday Club, the Voice Revolution (R)evolve Concert Series, Gallery Cabaret, Reggie’s Rock Club, Phyllis’ Musical Inn, and more. Sara is a prolific songwriter, known for her energetic performances and evocative storytelling. She draws inspiration from many different styles of music, including but not limited to rock, punk, folk, and lofi.