Midrift with I Promised The World and February - Band

Midrift is a San Francisco, California-based alternative rock/shoegaze band formed in 2022. Comprising Gus Mehrkam (frontman) and brothers Manoa and Kai Neukermans, they blend shoegaze with emo and pop-punk elements. After their self-titled 2022 EP, they gained rapid popularity with viral hits. They continue to release new music, including 2025 singles "Safe And Sound" and "Reaching For You," and are actively touring.

I Promised The World is a metalcore and post-hardcore band from Denton, Texas. They are recognized for their emotionally charged sound, blending early 2000s emo influences with a modern edge. The band, signed to Rise Records in 2025, has released EPs like "After the Flatline" and a self-titled EP, alongside the album "Fear of the Fall." Their music explores themes of grief and resilience.