Frank Turner with Codefendants and Bad Cop, Bad Cop

Bay Area punk/hip-hop trio formed at 924 Gilman; Sam King & Ceschi Ramos with NOFX’s Fat Mike producing in Sherman Oaks—raw, rebellious, true-crime energy.

Frank Turner, born in Bahrain and educated at Eton, shifted from hardcore band Million Dead to a folk-punk solo career. Known for hit albums like "Tape Deck Heart" and "Be More Kind," he draws comparisons to Bruce Springsteen and Billy Bragg. Turner collaborates with artists like Jon Snodgrass and released the podcast "Tales from No Man's Land" featuring stories of historical women. His music spans punk, pop, and folk, marked by sharp lyrics and a passionate style. Turner remains an influential voice in British music.

SoCal punk band Lighten Up blends raw resilience and hope in songs about life’s challenges. Led by Stacey Dee (Bad Cop Bad Cop), they team with rapper 2mex for honest, powerful anthems.