Formed in Boise, Idaho, in 1993 by singer and guitarist Doug Martsch, Built to Spill is an indie rock band known for intricate guitar work and dynamic live shows. The group gained acclaim with albums like There's Nothing Wrong with Love, Perfect from Now On, and Keep It Like a Secret.
Perfume Genius is the musical project of Mike Hadreas. His seventh album, Glory, was created through a collaborative process alongside partner Alan Wyffels, producer Blake Mills, and a full band featuring guitarists Meg Duffy and Greg Uhlmann, drummers Tim Carr and Jim Keltner, and bassist Pat Kelly.
Julien Baker is a Memphis singer-songwriter known for stark, vulnerable music. After releasing her solo debut Sprained Ankle in 2015, she expanded her sound on albums like Little Oblivions. She also formed the acclaimed trio Boygenius with Phoebe Bridgers and Lucy Dacus, releasing the chart-topping album The Record.
Car Seat Headrest, led by Will Toledo, delivers a bold rock opera, "The Scholars," inspired by apocryphal poetry and classic rock. Known for its collaborative energy and influence from The Who and David Bowie, it's a testament to the band's evolution from a solo project to a cohesive band with a confident sound.
Beach House, formed in Baltimore in 2004, is an American dream pop band celebrated for their ethereal sound. Composed of Victoria Legrand and Alex Scally, with James Barone joining in 2022, they are known for rejuvenating the dream pop genre with reverb-heavy guitars, hazy production, and melancholic vocals.
Kilby Block Party, founded in 2019, emerged from a celebration of Kilby Court's legacy. This independent music festival is renowned for its intimately curated indie rock, alternative, and pop lineups, showcasing diverse genres and emerging artists. It fosters a vibrant music community and has grown into a significant, well-regarded event.
Slowdive: iconic UK shoegaze band led by Rachel Goswell & Neil Halstead—reverb-drenched guitars, dreamy psychedelia + 80s electronic touches; John Cale-influenced.
Los Angeles band formed in the late 1990s by Jenny Lewis and Blake Sennett with Pierre “Duke” de Reeder; later joined by drummer Jason Boesel. Known for storytelling and evolving indie rock sound on Take Offs and Landings, The Execution of All Things, More Adventurous, and Under the Blacklight.
