Ceremony with Automatic, Midwife, and more

Automatic, an L.A. DIY band formed in 2017, blends synths, drums, and bass with vocals. Known for explosive live shows, they've toured internationally and opened for Bauhaus.

Madeline Johnston, a self-taught multi-instrumentalist from Denver now in Southern Colorado, creates emotionally charged "Heaven Metal" experimental pop about grief, known for lush, intricate music and intense live shows.

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.

Snooper, a punk duo from Nashville, rose from the DIY scene to international underground fame. Known for bold, catchy tracks and unique live shows with props and puppets.

Ceremony, a hardcore punk band known for fierce albums like *Violence Violence* and *Rohnert Park*, pushed punk’s limits with Matador and Relapse Records releases.

Puerto Rican artist Big Boy, born Gustavo Roy Diaz, gained fame in the Latin rap scene with hits like "Mis Ojos Lloran por Ti." His style blends '80s American rap, Latin, and Afro-Caribbean rhythms. He collaborated with MC Cejas on "Voy a To'as" and released bilingual tracks like "Hacerte el Amor."