PET NEEDS and Black Guy Fawkes

PET NEEDS, an Essex band formed by brothers Johnny and George Mariott, are known for their energetic punk rock. Their debut, "Fractured Party Music," launched them to fame, leading to tours with Frank Turner, The Lottery Winners, and Flogging Molly. Their second album, "Primetime Entertainment," was praised for its joyous experimentation.

Black Guy Fawkes, born Ian Robinson in Baltimore, MD, is a folk singer-songwriter known for blending heartfelt folk with energetic, punk-driven music. His sound features honest, vulnerable songwriting. Notable albums include "The Misery Suite", and he has collaborated with artists like Dave Hause, Linh Le, and Angelo Moore on popular songs such as "This Radio" and "Racial Battle Fatigue". He received a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council.