Chat Pile and The HIRS Collective

Formed in Oklahoma City in 2019, noise rock quartet Chat Pile features members Stin, Captain Ron, Luther Manhole, and Raygun Busch. Following early EPs, they released their acclaimed 2022 debut album, God’s Country.

The HIRS Collective is a Philadelphia-based queer punk collective, formed in 2011. Known for their abrasive blend of grindcore, powerviolence, and hardcore, they advocate for trans and queer liberation. Their albums "Friends. Lovers. Favorites." (2018) and "We're Still Here" (2023) feature extensive collaborations with artists like Shirley Manson and Frank Iero. They are celebrated for their fierce politics and powerful performances.