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“MV WELLS is a Midwestern singer-songwriter whose genre-spanning work is tied together by a singular skill for melody and an uncanny knack for creating memorable hooks. Listeners may know his unique pop sensibility from the 2010s Chicago indie rock group Ne-Hi, the country-rock group Flamingo Rodeo, or his more recent work with psychedelic new wave collective Spun Out. Wells has spent the last decade in the Chicago music scene, touring the United States, and opening for bands such as Dinosaur Jr., Whitney, the Black Lips, and Twin Peaks. He’s played the big stage at the now-defunct Pitchfork Music Festival, the rock clubs of downtown Chicago, and the remote taverns of his native Wisconsin. With his solo debut, Wells brings his love for the Great American Songbook and the orchestral pop of Burt Bacharach, the Beach Boys, and Harry Nilsson into the forefront — along with a biting wit and lyrical sneer that echoes a musical apprenticeship based in underground American music.” -spillmagazine

Dino Gala - “indie rock and emo from allston, ma”

Josie Palmer - “singer-songwriter from Detroit, MI.”

The Telephone Poles - “baseball”

“TsuShiMaMiRe are a legendary Japanese rock trio formed in 1999 featuring Mari (vocals, guitar), Yayoi (bass, bv). These girls have captivated audiences around the world for over 23 years, spanning thousands of live performances, 15 US tours, and 20 full length releases. Among many other achievements, their music has been featured on TV, film, animation, and video games.

TsuShiMaMiRe’s musical style ranges from hardcore noise to introspective indie rock, with traces of heavy funk disco and pop sentimentality. Mari’s quirky lyrics question social conventions and the anxieties of everyday life, rebellion, and love. Her vocals excel in melodic expressivity, ranging from child-like wonder to tragic despair. Yayoi’s groove is like that of a vengeful banshee in the throes of passion, suddenly pivoting from the stoic determination of a samurai in battle to the elegance and light-heartedness of a Japanese house cat. Meanwhile drummer Maiko locks down a constant punk backdrop, rallying the front pair but keeping them from toppling over the edge into insanity. The ferocity of these three warrior princesses culminates in a live show that is simultaneously upliftingly theatrical and brutally honest.”

Cheddar is a popular type of band that originated in the village of Cheddar in Somerset, England. They are known for their distinct flavor, versatility, and vibrant orange color.

Dori - B52s-core dancey post-punk withsurf/rockabilly guitar fragments and a hefty dose of farfisa.

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Wombo - “‘Fairy Rust,’ the new album from Wombo (Sydney Chadwick, Cameron Lowe, Joel Taylor), contemplates the spaces in-between, a meeting of the physicality of the land with the fluidity of the imagination, to uncanny effect. Across twelve tracks, sharpened guitar work, distorted freakouts and downtempo musings see the trio make a sonic leap forward into new and transformative places. Conceived over the course of the last two years, the record is steeped in its own time warp of escapism, and influenced by fairytales like the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Anderson (“RVG” is short for “Rip Van Winkle”) that blend surreal situations with the mundane. ‘Fairy Rust’ plays on this preoccupation with fantasy (“especially in a time where people are seeming to gravitate towards these kinds of stories”), and the resulting record sounds like no one else.”

Paper Sleep - new band!

“Bonzo Squad is an instrumental ensemble with a focus on creating music that sets the bar higher in terms of eclecticism and musicianship. The group consists of Bonzo himself, born Corbin Andrick, who plays saxophones, flute, and percussion. Completing the line up are Andrew Lawrence (keys and synths), Andrew Vogt bass, as well as Zack Marks sitting behind the drum kit. The band released their very first, self-titled album back in 2017. This release was received really well from the get-go, earning a coveted 4-star rating from Downbeat Magazine, as well as appearing on Spotify’s popular “The State of Jazz” playlist.”

Harmolodics - “Utilizing electronics and and electro acoustic manipulation, the Harmolodics trio strives to push the boundaries of “the trio”. From meandering improvisational textures to soaring melodies, hard hitting grooves to tender explorations of emotion, the Harmolodics seek to convey real feeling, passion, and unabashed sonic freedom.” -detroit jazz fest

Detroit Party Marching Band

Alga - “Alga is an ever-evolving solo project. A singularity.” Named Peter.

Quitters - “Rock &&& Roll” That’s a lot of &’s—and, maybe, even more roll.

Electric Bug - “combines elements of proto-punk and 60s garage rock, echoing their Detroit roots.”

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“Bad Optics is an art punk band based in Seattle, WA. Born in 2018, the band has released 3 EPs and one full length album. They've performed in festivals such as Treefort and Fisherman's Village Music Festival, embarked on multiple West coast tours and were featured on the television program Band in Seattle early in their career. Their latest album, The Bounded World, was released on April 30th, 2025, accompanied by two-week tour run.

Bad Optics is known for high energy performances with angular and interlocking guitar melodies and manic vocals, supported by a heavy and off-kilter rhythm section that pushes and pulls in unusual time signatures. Lyrical subjects are often a mixture of social and political commentary. Since their genesis however, they have continued to evolve into an ever changing entity that showcases each member's unique and broad range of influences, making them a hard band to pigeonhole into one specific genre.”

Vampire Cowgirl - “Detroit doom punk”

Paradise Day - “noisy riot grrrls”

Sleep Tight Tiger - “ In 2026, we decided to change our name to Sleep Tight Tiger (stylized as St Tiger in our calendars) because we feel more serious about having fun in our band. And also we never really loved our name in the first place, so thinking about having music released under the name was not super appealing. We are so excited to see where we go with this, and how we grow together. This is, after all, a band fueled by love and friendship”

Checker - “An electric duo infusing their love for stadium level rock ballads with underground indie rock and 90s hip-hop from their childhoods to create wall shaking lullabies they believe will inspire the future.

The unexpected duo of Cinquex (guitar/vocals) and Moe (drums/vocals) officially formed in early 2023. At the heart of the CHECKER experience lies a fusion of brass-tacks lyricism, flamboyant aesthetics, and an unwavering "chin up" attitude. With an unwavering determination, CHECKER approaches their craft with a "victory" mindset, aspiring to be the new and true voice for the marginalized and middle-class youth of America.”

Dryfruit

Sexmex

Gerber & the Babies

Hustle Culture - a lazy egg a day makes the drum machine something something. Cincinnati punks on the rise with synthesizers!

Werewolf Jones - book-based wolf-central punk from 3 lads in various stages of hair-loss, who consistently bring the noise and still hold the trophy

Fen Fen - when when? then then? hens will bop around to the frantic fury of them them! with tall guitars and tall punk ragers

“Please meet The Hobknobs, a new art pop project from the Netherlands by Yaël Dekker (The Klittens) and Arie van Vliet (Lewsberg). They make their debut under this moniker with the Gather No Moss EP, three wobbly tracks that unite the best of the two skilled singer-songwriters, in terms of lyrics (poetic and intriguing), vocals (angelic versus monotonous cool), and instruments (primitive but totally on target). It’s a match made in heaven, light and dark at the same time.” -addtowantlist.com

“In 2004, Tyvek formed in a serendipitous Detroit attic. The band came together as the brainchild of Kevin Boyer, the group’s frontman, guitarist, primary songwriter and lone constant member. Throughout the years, the band has comprised of over two dozen different members, with individuals regularly coming in and out of the band’s lineup.

Stylistically, the band pulls more influence from early art punk, minimalist and DIY bands such as Pere Ubu, Urinals and Swell Maps rather than staying loyal to the typical Motor City Music sound. This sets the group apart as somewhat of an anomaly within Detroit’s extensive and expansive garage rock canon.

Unlike this de facto rock sound associated with countless Detroit-based rock bands, Tyvek fully embraces an unapologetically loud, literate and verbose approach to their songwriting. Boyer’s trademark noodly and twang-infused guitar riffs, coupled with his staccato, emphatic vocals incessantly drive each song forward, ingraining them firmly in your brain and leaving one craving for more.

Since their initial inception, the group has released a plethora of singles, EPs and albums garnering significant critical acclaim. These releases include both self-released pieces and works distributed through various indie labels, including What’s Your Rupture?, Siltbreeze, S-S Records and Sub Pop.

While the group’s discography continuously grows and their sound inevitably evolves, Tyvek’s core principles and insatiable appetite for experimentation remain unwavering. This commitment and clear identity glaringly permeate the band’s numbered releases.” -WVAU.org

Vulture Feather

Womb Worm

Frizz

The True Faith - “Philadelphia’s The True Faith offers… soaring synths and searing guitars collide in a fevered dance of doubt and defiance. A natural step forward from their previous offerings… ringing guitars, urgent vocals and strong percussion calls to mind the driving force of The Sound, early U2, and the brooding shimmer of The Chameleons.” -post-punk.com

Louse - “originated from the mid pandemic precariousness in Cincinnati, Ohio. With influences indicative of early/mid 80s Post Punk/ Cold Wave and early Alternative Rock. After recording and releasing a short EP in 2022 titled 'Dressed in Skin', the debut record from the Cincinnati five piece, ‘Passions Like Tar’ is now out via Feel It Records.”

Ingo Swann - “was an American psychic, artist, and author, whose claims of clairvoyance were investigated as a part of the Central Intelligence Agency’s Stargate Project. Swann is credited as the creator of the term “Remote Viewing," a term which refers to the use of extrasensory perception to perceive distant persons, places, or events.” - wikipedia

Johnstonsons - “Detroit pop stompers”

Tears of a Martian - “"A mix of the soulful and the gritty but also the space rock and the grunge and the catharsis and the cool." - Jeff Milo (WDET)

Bonnie H00k

Carmel Liburdi - “has been performing their original songs in the Detroit area and all around the US since 2015, with albums released as far back as 2010. Their music is regularly featured on local NPR, and has been nominated for multiple Detroit Music Awards.”

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“Accessory is the solo recording project of Chicago based Jason Balla (Dehd, Earring). “Eyes For Berlin, a new track is Jason’s first for Fire Talk. Jason on the traack…"It's about finding new eyes. Seeing the old and everyday that has become the background of my life with a fresh sense of wonder. Years ago, I went to Berlin, crashed on a friend's floor and walked and walked. Even through the cold faced grey of Berlin winter, the city felt so full of life and it all felt so new to me. There are moments where I have these eyes again in the most surprising of places: an old neighborhood I used to live in, a friend's face, the sunset through the McDonald's golden arches out my bedroom window. And they all remind me that the world can be beautiful and good." “

“Golden Apples possess the rare ability to make music that’s at once familiar and elusive, instantly satisfying and also undeniably unique. On their self-titled sophomore album, the Philadelphia-based band have seamlessly combined the off-kilter catchiness of ‘90s college rock with dashes of dreamy shoegaze, scrappy bedroom pop, homespun psychedelia, and more. The result is a vibrant and eclectic sound that works in tandem with Edling’s agile lyrics, and an album that aims to capture the endless highs and lows of life without sanding down the complexities and contradictions–all done with humor, humanity, and most of all, hooks.”

Dryfruit

T.S.S Bradley - saxophone, tape loops

Casey Adams - solo percussionist from Columbus

Tyler Hicks - guitar, electronics

“For Telehealth, the answer to these questions aren’t yes or no, but rather, an untapped gap in the music market waiting for a band visionary and unhinged enough to bet on the spread. Green World Image, Telehealth’s sophomore LP and its IPO with angel investors Sub Pop, is a vertically-integrated artwork for the post-grunge, post-flannel Seattleite, and consumers around the globe who are also ready to financialize their own passion for music.

Trauma-informed, results-driven, and eminently danceable, the weirdo punk record is inspired by Attitude’s tenure as a former architect in a Climate Pledged™ city that has perfected the art of “Green World” architecture with its network of efficiently zoned 5-over-1s. Telehealth’s PNW post-punk creates similar architectural spaces, where the gleaming, futuristic, tech-industrial rhythms and synths of Bezos-era Seattle commingle with the raw, independent, underground sound the city lovingly preserves for cultural texture and marketing purposes. The outcome? Think XTC, REM, and YMO with a stronger focus on ROI. Imagine The B-52s, but B2B. Envision a bigger-brained Brainiac, a transhuman Gary Numan, or a terminally online Pylon. Finally, a band with assets diverse enough to play in your basement or the Amazon Spheres.” –subpop

Dori - modern B52s-core dancey post-punk with surf/rockabilly guitar fragments and a hefty dose of farfisa!

Credit Card - industrial-pop floor-rock can-jams for lighting heads