Empathy Test and The Embers

The Embers, originating in Raleigh, North Carolina in 1958, are Beach Music pioneers, blending R&B and soul. Known for classics like "I Love Beach Music," they are North Carolina's Official Musical Ambassadors. Inducted into multiple Halls of Fame, they consistently deliver their signature "music with a memory."

Empathy Test, formed in London in 2013 by Isaac Howlett and Adam Relf, is known for its dramatic synth-pop sound, drawing comparisons to Depeche Mode. Popular tracks include "Losing Touch." They've released three albums: "Losing Touch," "Safe From Harm," and "Monsters," and have gained a global fanbase through self-production. Highlighted by Vice, MTV, and Netflix, and praised by icons like Boy George, they tour with David Leisser and Nadine Green.