Formed in Mesa, Arizona, in 1993, alternative rock and power pop band Jimmy Eat World became a leading emo-scene act. They achieved mainstream success with their 2001 platinum album Bleed American and its hit single The Middle, alongside acclaimed albums like Clarity and Futures.
Two-time GRAMMY-nominated Vermont singer-songwriter Noah Kahan is known for his multi-platinum breakthrough album Stick Season and its chart-topping title track. He has amassed billions of streams and founded the mental health non-profit The Busyhead Project.
Ben Harper is a versatile songwriter spanning pop, reggae, soul, blues, rock, funk and folk. He has released 18 studio albums, sold over 16 million records, and won 3 Grammy Awards. Songs include Yard Sale with Jack Johnson.
John Mayer is a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and guitarist born in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Emerging with 2001's triple-platinum Room for Squares, he expanded from acoustic pop-rock into blues, soul, and adult contemporary across chart-topping albums like Heavier Things and Continuum.
Formed in 1987 in Tempe, Arizona, alternative rock band Gin Blossoms are best known for their 1992 major-label debut, New Miserable Experience, and hit singles like Hey Jealousy and Found Out About You. Featuring a jangling 1980s-inspired sound, the group achieved major chart success in the mid-1990s before disbanding briefly and later reuniting to tour and record new music.
Born in Missouri, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow blends roots rock, pop, soul, and country. Rising to fame with her 1993 debut Tuesday Night Music Club and its hit All I Wanna Do, she became a lasting mainstream rock icon and entered the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2023.
Brooklyn duo Matt & Kim (keys/vocals + drums): high-energy dance-punk/pop. Broke out with viral “Daylight”; known for bold videos. Sidewalks Top 40; collabs incl. Santigold & Mark Hoppus.
Dispatch, a leading independent rock band known for hits and activism, has eight acclaimed albums, sold-out MSG shows, huge world tours, and a 110K-fan Boston concert.
Incubus, a renowned alternative band from Los Angeles, featuring Brandon Boyd, Mike Einziger, and more, are celebrated for hits like "Drive" and iconic albums like "Morning View." With over 23 million albums sold and numerous Top 5 Billboard 200 debuts, they are known for boundary-pushing sound and rapturous live shows, including their Hollywood Bowl performance.
Oceans Calling is a multi-day music festival originating in Ocean City, Maryland, conceived in partnership with the band O.A.R. It celebrates diverse genres including rock, indie, alternative, and pop, drawing nationally recognized artists. The festival is known for its unique beachfront setting, offering live music alongside culinary experiences and boardwalk attractions. It has become a major success, recognized as a significant music event.
The Dirty Knobs, formed in Los Angeles in 2000 by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' Mike Campbell, deliver guitar-forward rock with 60s, blues, and country influences. Known for Campbell's acclaimed guitar work, they have released albums like "Wreckless Abandon," "External Combustion," and "Vagabonds, Virgins & Misfits." Collaborations include Chris Stapleton, Lucinda Williams, and Graham Nash.
Gainesville, Florida guitarist Mike Campbell co-founded Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, co-writing many hits and co-producing albums. He wrote Don Henley’s “Boys of Summer,” joined Fleetwood Mac’s 2018 World Tour, and leads The Dirty Knobs.
Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals, originating from California, blend alternative rock, folk, soul, blues, and reggae. Known for explosive live shows and Ben Harper's soulful vocals, they earned Grammy recognition, including for "There Will Be A Light" with The Blind Boys of Alabama. Popular songs include "Steal My Kisses" and "Burn to Shine." Albums like "Call It What It Is" showcase their dynamic sound.
