Cosmic Psychos and Nine Pound Hammer

Nine Pound Hammer, hailing from Owensboro, KY, is iconic for their high-energy blend of punk rock, hard rock, and country. Their breakthrough came with 1995's *Hayseed Timebomb*. Led by Blaine Cartwright and Scott Luallen, the band was pivotal in the cowpunk scene. Notable works include *Kentucky Breakdown* and *Sex, Drugs, and Bill Monroe*. They recorded the theme for Adult Swim's *12 Oz. Mouse* and worked with producer Daniel Rey. They covered influential tracks on 2023's *Rock 'n' Roll Radio*, paying homage to artists like the Ramones and the Rolling Stones.