Formed in 2004 in Austin, Texas, psychedelic rock band The Black Angels are known for founding the Levitation Festival and releasing albums like Death Song and Wilderness of Mirrors.
Orange County, California garage punk mainstay Ty Segall, formerly of the Epsilons, has released dozens of albums spanning hard rock, folk-rock and metal. Key releases include Melted, Manipulator, Emotional Mugger and Harmonizer; his 2017 Ty Segall hit #10.
Austin Psych Fest, founded in 2008 in Austin, TX by members of The Black Angels, is a renowned event celebrating psychedelic, indie, and experimental rock. It's known for its immersive experience with liquid light visuals and for inspiring similar festivals worldwide, honoring Austin's rich psychedelic rock heritage.
Grocery Bag is an Austin, Texas-based four-piece psych-garage rock band formed in 2022. Known for their raw energy and loud, fast-paced performances, their sound blends classic garage rock with a modern psychedelic twist. They released their debut album "Break You" in 2023, along with singles like "Lies" and "Deadvolt." The band has supported notable acts and gained recognition for their dynamic live shows.
Born in France, Melody Prochet (Melody’s Echo Chamber) blends psych-soul, lush strings & shimmer. Known for dreamlike realism; collabs: Leon Michels, Reine Fiske.
Annabelle Chairlegs, led by New Jersey-born Lindsey Mackin, emerged from Austin, TX, with a gritty, whimsical sound. Their music blends punk, psychedelia, desert noir, and garage rock, showcasing Mackin's powerful, Joplin-esque vocals. Albums include "Watermelon Summer," "Gotta Be in Love," and the Ty Segall-produced "Waking Up." They received a 2020 Austin Music Award for Best Music Video.
New Candys are a Venezia, Italy rock band founded by singer-guitarist Fernando Nuti with bassist/synth player Dario Lucchesi. Signed to Fuzz Club, they blend gritty and dreamy tones, have toured widely, played SXSW, and shared stages with The Dandy Warhols.
Strange Lot, born in Phoenix and now Austin-based, crafts psychedelic rock with immersive soundscapes. Known for their Greenway Records debut, they've toured with Boogarins and shared stages with The Black Angels and The Jesus and Mary Chain.