May Be Fern with Fake Dad and Pom Poko

Fake Dad is a Los Angeles-based, NYC-bred indie rock and dream pop duo formed in 2020 by Andrea de Varona and Josh Ford. Known for their unique blend of genres, catchy pop hooks, and bilingual English/Spanish lyrics, they create music exploring identity and relationships. Their discography includes the EPs "Yerba Mala" and "Holly Wholesome and the Slut Machine," with popular songs like "So Dramatic!" and "Science Fiction." They have gained recognition on Spotify and for selling out shows.

Norwegian band Pom Poko blend jazz school training with experimental, sugary-yet-explosive rock. Debut album Birthday (2019) earned Nordic Music Prize and two Norwegian Grammy nominations; later releases include Cheater (2021) and Champion (2024).

May Be Fern is a trio of Hannah, Kate, and Madi blending funk and rock. Formed through long-standing friendships, they earned critical acclaim with their debut album Okay Grandma, Your Turn, praised for its innovative, high-energy sound.