Finch and Deichkind

California-based emo rock band Finch features vocalist Nate Barcalow and guitarist Randy Strohmeyer. Signed to Drive-Thru Records, they released the EP Falling into Place (2001) and album What It Is to Burn, then shifted heavier on Say Hello to Sunshine (2005).

Deichkind, formed in 1997 by German friends Philipp Grütering, Malte Pittner, and Buddy Buxbaum, is known for its humorous style and controversial themes. Hits like "Bon Voyage" and "Leider Geil" have achieved gold status, and slogans from their lyrics have entered common parlance in German-speaking countries. Despite lineup changes, they've released acclaimed albums such as "Arbeit Nervt." They actively engage in social debates, notably on refugee policies, under their label Sultan Günther Music.