She Returns From War and Blue Cactus

Hailing from Charleston, Americana artist Hunter Park, known as She Returns From War, blends folk melodies and raw lyrics. She's performed with Pat Benatar and Band of Horses and opened for Bernie Sanders.

Blue Cactus, led by Steph Stewart and Mario Arnez, hails from North Carolina's honky-tonk scene, fusing folk, alt-country, and psychedelic rock. Known for supporting acts like The War And Treaty and Town Mountain, they craft introspective and lush music. Their third album, *Believer*, explores themes of illness, dreams, and hope with guest singers like Erin Rae. Praised by No Depression and compared to Gillian Welch, their rich sound remains deeply personal and adventurous.