AFI with Mareux, Kumo 99, and more

Mareux, born Aryan Ashtiani in Los Angeles, California, is an American musician of Iranian origin. He crafts darkwave, post-punk, gothic rock, and electronic music, known for synth-driven tracks exploring romance and melancholy. His viral cover of The Cure's "The Perfect Girl" brought widespread recognition, earning platinum certification. Notable albums include "Lovers From the Past" (2023) and "Nonstop Romance" (2025). He has collaborated with artists like King Woman and Riki. Mareux is well-known for his atmospheric sound and for sparking interest in darkwave music.

AFI, known for their ever-evolving sound over 30+ years, blend punk, goth, and alternative rock. Hits like "Miss Murder" showcase their bold, genre-shifting style.

Kumo 99 is a Los Angeles-based duo, Ami Komai and Nate Donmoyer, formed in 2020. They craft visceral electronic dance music infused with a punk spirit, blending jungle and drum n bass breaks. Komai's Japanese vocals over Donmoyer's explosive productions, influenced by his work with artists like The Weeknd, define their unique, "apocalypse-adjacent" sound. Albums include "PULL!", "Headplate", and "Body N. Will", featuring tracks like "Eyesore" and "Dopamine Chaser". They are recognized for their energetic performances.

L.A. Witch, born in Southern California, is an effortlessly cool rock band known for Americana noir and reverb-draped songs. Their music, blending raw, sultry styles, caught public attention beyond local scenes. The trio, Sade Sanchez, Irita Pai, and Ellie English, have evolved from their debut album to their latest, ‘DOGGOD,’ recorded in Paris.