Golden States with Channel Tres, Brijean, and more

Panda Bear, born Noah Lennox, hails from Maryland and is a pioneering figure in indie rock. Known for his reverb-rich harmonies and sample-driven sound, he draws inspiration from the Beach Boys and hip-hop producers. His 2007 album, Person Pitch, greatly influenced indie music. He is part of Animal Collective and has collaborated with artists like Daft Punk, Sonic Boom, and Atlas Sound. His solo works, including albums like Tomboy and Buoys, showcase a blend of electronic, psychedelic, and emotionally charged styles. He moved to Lisbon in 2004 and married fashion designer Fernanda Pereira.

San Francisco's Tycho, led by Scott Hansen, crafts ambient soundscapes blending electronic beats with visual art. Known for hits like Dive, Awake, and the GRAMMY-nominated Epoch and Weather, he's collaborated with Zac Brown, Rory O'Connor, and Saint Sinner. Tycho’s remixed tracks by Odesza, Maggie Rogers, and more.

Lakeland, FL's Kaelin Ellis blends funk, hip hop, electronic, and jazz. A multi-instrumentalist and producer, he's worked with Lupe Fiasco, Logic, and EXO. A NAACP Image Award nominee, his music has featured on HBO Max, Netflix, and Amazon. Ellis has collaborated with brands like Disney and Apple and gained a following on Twitch. He’s toured with Sango and played at festivals like SXSW and Gasparilla.