Iron & Wine and Amythyst Kiah

Tennessee-born Amythyst Kiah merges rootsy alt-rock and darkly cinematic styles. Her 2021 album "Wary + Strange" made Rolling Stone’s top 25 Country and Americana list. Her latest work, created with producer Butch Walker, showcases her storytelling and includes fuzzed-out guitars and graceful banjo.

Iron & Wine, led by Sam Beam, hails from South Carolina and is known for intimate indie folk with albums like "The Creek Drank the Cradle" and "Our Endless Numbered Days." Beam's versatile style ranges from lo-fi to polished sounds, collaborating with artists such as Calexico, Band of Horses' Ben Bridwell, and Jesca Hoop. His work often touches on introspective and political themes, earning critical acclaim. Notable tracks appeared on soundtracks like "Garden State." The band's music continues to evolve, maintaining Beam's rich vocals and engaging lyricism.