Lilliane Catherine Diomi, better known by her stage name ppcocaine, is an American social media personality and rapper. She gained recognition in the music industry with her hit single "3 Musketeers" that became popular on TikTok. Born in 2001 in Los Angeles, California, Diomi was raised primarily by her father and grandparents. She attended various high schools, including Canyon High... read full bio
Pink Siifu is an American rapper and producer hailing from Birmingham, Alabama. Born in 1989, he rose to prominence in the underground hip-hop scene with the release of his debut album in 2015. With a style that blends elements of jazz, soul, and punk, Pink Siifu has established himself as one of the most unique and innovative voices in contemporary... read full bio
Peytan Porter is an up-and-coming singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who is making a name for herself in the music industry. Born and raised in the United States, Porter grew up surrounded by music and was inspired by a range of genres and artists, including folk, rock, and pop. She began playing instruments and writing songs at a young age, and quickly... read full bio
Ray Benson is a musical legend, best known as the lead singer and guitarist of the country-swing band, Asleep at the Wheel. He formed the band in 1970 with friends Lucky Oceans and Leroy Preston in Paw Paw, West Virginia. Over the years, the band has relocated to Austin and released more than 20 albums, earning 9 Grammy Awards along... read full bio
Quinton Griggs is a social media personality and content creator, who has gained a massive following on platforms such as TikTok and Instagram. He was born in Texas, and grew up with a love for entertaining and making people laugh. Griggs initially gained recognition through his comedic videos and lip-syncing on TikTok, where he quickly amassed millions of followers. He then... read full bio
Wesley Joseph, a multidisciplinary artist, compares songwriting to filmmaking because he visualizes scenes and colors, creates the perfect tone and creates the right emotional arc. Joseph's two greatest passions are music and filmmaking. He began creating DIY videos to amuse himself and his pals while growing up in a tiny town in the UK, but film came first. But when he relocated to... read full bio
Rosie Darling is a rising star in the indie-pop genre, known for her introspective and emotional songwriting. With her debut EP "Coping" on Nettwerk Records, Rosie has proven that she is a true force in the music world. Her music is a reflection of her own growth and experiences, and she invites her listeners to connect with her on a... read full bio
With "Lost Without You," Spyres showcase their songwriting prowess and eloquently capture a crucial phase of adolescence: the time when your best friend finds a new partner and the dynamic changes, forcing the two of you to forge your own new paths independently for the duration of that relationship. Here, the soft harmonies of Emily Downie and Kiera McGuire provide... read full bio
Despite not coming from a musical family, Edie has always found comfort in poetry. When she was barely 10 years old, she started creating her own songs, drawing inspiration from the musicians her dad used to play in the vehicle, including Bruce Springsteen and Dolly Parton. By the time she was 13, Edie was itching to start performing, so she... read full bio
Sanni M'Mairura is a talented singer and musician who rose to prominence as a contestant on Season 12 of American Idol. Sanni first caught the attention of audiences with his powerful and soulful audition performance in San Antonio, where he sang "Who's Lovin' You" by The Miracles. His performance impressed the judges, who all voted "yes," sending him to the... read full bio
Truett Heintzelman and Philip Lupton's initiative called Briscoe is based in Austin. Philip founded Briscoe during his senior year of high school to serve as a platform for his own music. Truett joined the band after the redheaded pair met at The University of Texas, making them an official unit. The two have together issued an EP called "Briscoe EP." A... read full bio
After nearly giving up on music altogether, talented singer-songwriter Arlo McKinley released his debut solo album on John Prine's Oh Boy records. His story is one of hope and sincerity and he is living proof that great songs will eventually reach the right ears, even if it takes time. Die Midwestern, McKinley's debut, is firmly anchored in street soul, country, punk and gospel and is inspired... read full bio
Before they ever played their first gig, WSTR was signed to independent American label No Sleep Records thanks to their rapid rise in the UK pop-punk scene. The Liverpool-based band, which consists of vocalist Sammy Clifford, bassist Alex Tobijanski and guitarists Kieren Alder and Danny Swift, listed American bands like blink-182, Sum 41 and New Found Glory among their key influences. Along... read full bio
The A's are Alexandra Sauser-Monnig and Amelia Meath. The duo's debut album, FRUIT, features strange, outlandish cosmic cowboy tunes that are performed on guitar, hair, ice, nylon shorts, gravel and other instruments. Longtime friends and partners' brand-new project is contemplative, immersive and illustrative with a strong, completely realized artistic vision — a joyous explosion that is both seductive and peaceful at the... read full bio
Zuzu embodies what it means to be a millennial artist; she is a front woman who exudes confidence, as well as a songwriter, producer, director, actor and comic book illustrator. She also stars in and directs all of her videos, records a sizable portion of her music at her home studio in Liverpool and enjoys collecting vintage guitars. Her willingness to push the envelope... read full bio
Leonard Simbarashe Rwodzi, also known as S1mba, is a Zimbabwean-born British singer-songwriter and rapper. With roots in both Zimbabwe and England, S1mba has a unique blend of cultural influences that shine through in his music. Growing up in Zimbabwe, S1mba was first exposed to music through traditional instruments like the djembe and marimba. Later, after moving to England, he honed... read full bio
William Black is a gifted musician whose tunes are noted for their originality and emotional intensity. William has rapidly risen to the top of the music scene thanks to his passion for writing songs that touch on significant issues like depression, addiction, love, and loss. William's artistic creations are forward-thinking and significant since they are inspired by the natural world around... read full bio
Nat Myers has a casual, unplugged aesthetic. Though he'll be the first to admit it isn't his own, he is an artist who uses an effervescent and genuine candor to take listeners back to a bygone era. Before discovering the sound he projects, he busked as a street performer to find folks who know old styles. Nat, a "roots and... read full bio
Kiely Connell is a transplant from the rustbelt to Nashville, Tennessee. Kiely finds inspiration in the hardworking residents of her hometown neighborhood in the Midwest. "Kiely's songs walk a tightrope," one of her contemporaries said. "They plant each step equally with the elegance at the heart of folk music, and the unshakable assurance of a seasoned rock and roll spirit." You... read full bio
The voice of Kassi Valazza is thick and golden bright. It is vaporous and exhilarating, swirling around in your thoughts like whisky in a snifter. Pedal steel and electric guitar lope along at half-time for the most of Dear Dead Days, with the in-tune rhythm section booming from the low end. Southwest-born musicians consistently offer a languid ease—the slow tempo... read full bio
