Born in Bahrain, singer-songwriter Frank Turner transitioned from hardcore punk bands like Million Dead to a prolific solo folk-punk and rock career. Known for relentless touring and milestone releases like England Keep My Bones and Tape Deck Heart, he has built an acclaimed British music catalog.
Formed in 2006, The Menzingers are a modern punk band featuring Greg Barnett, Tom May, Eric Keen, and Joe Godino. With two decades together, they have become a defining voice shaping the emotional landscape of modern punk music.
Originating in Texas as the front man of the 90s post-grunge band Radish, Ben Kweller became an early 2000s indie rock stalwart. He broke out as a solo artist with his 2002 album Sha Sha and has explored post-grunge, anti-folk, and indie rock throughout his career.
Formed in Gainesville, Florida, Hot Water Music forged influential punk rock, post-hardcore, and emo. Known for Chuck Ragan and Chris Wollard's passionate dual vocals, their gritty, melodic sound is heard on anthems like "Remedy" and albums such as "Feel the Void" and "Vows." They profoundly shaped a generation.
Founded by lifelong friends Bryan and Neil, the Minneapolis duo Koo Koo creates family music known for infectious songs and interactive live shows. They gained national attention performing on America’s Got Talent and have become a favorite independent act across North America.
Essex-born folk songwriter Beans on Toast is a D.I.Y. cult figure known for playing Glastonbury every year since 2007. A prolific artist with 15 albums, he has collaborated with Ben Lovett and Frank Turner, releasing a new album annually on his birthday.
And You Will Know Us By The Trail of Dead, formed in 1994 by Jason Reece and Conrad Keely, originated in Austin, Texas. Known for their explosive alternative, post-hardcore, and art rock, they balance aggressive intensity with melodic depth. Albums like "Source Tags & Codes" (2002) and "XI: Bleed Here Now" (2022) are notable. "Source Tags & Codes" received widespread acclaim. They are celebrated for energetic live shows and intricate album artwork by Keely.
Larry and His Flask are an “Americana Punk” band from Central Oregon, formed in Redmond in 2003 by brothers Jeshua and Jamin Marshall. Known for explosive live shows, 3-part harmonies and All That We Know, they’ve shared stages with Flogging Molly and Frank Turner.
Emily Wolfe is a rock & roll singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer from Austin, TX. Known for powerful vocals and dominating guitar, she’s shared stages with TOOL and Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, and collaborated with Epiphone/Gibson on signature Sheraton models.
Formed in Kansas City in 1995, The Get Up Kids became key second-wave emo with punk-driven energy. Albums include Four Minute Mile (1997) and acclaimed Something to Write Home About (1999). They split in 2005, reunited in 2009, and released Problems (2019).
Long Island's Laura Stevenson crafts indie folk and rock, known for emotionally barbed storytelling and powerful vocals. Granddaughter of "Little Drummer Boy" co-writer Harry Simeone, her music blends lilting melodies with raw indie rock. Albums include 2021's "Laura Stevenson" and 2025's "Late Great."
Vandoliers are a Texas country and punk rock band. Their fifth album, Life Behind Bars, follows frontwoman Jenni Rose’s journey through addiction and gender dysphoria, and her decision to come out as a trans woman.
The Iron Roses are an East Coast U.S. punk band that broke out in late 2022. Queer-femme co-fronted, they pair politically driven lyrics with melodic, duet-style vocals, drawing on punk, hardcore, ska, and theatre influences.