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Formed in 1997 in Ann Arbor, Taproot is known for their blend of new metal and art metal. Their 2002 album "Welcome" featured hits like "Poem," selling over 500,000 copies. They've toured with Deftones, Incubus, and Linkin Park, and collaborated with Billy Corgan and Nick Hexum. Vocalist Stephen Richards appeared on Linkin Park’s remix album. Notable singles include "Calling" and "Fractured," with top Active Rock Chart placements. After several albums and a hiatus, they reformed in 2023.

Smile Empty Soul, a Los Angeles-based hard rock band, known for their authentic style, rose to fame with their 2003 debut album, earning a gold record. Despite label issues, they've consistently toured and released music on indie labels, solidifying their status as an iconic underground rock group.

Heartsick blends brutal riffs with shoegaze atmospheres in their self-styled "DARKNUCORE." Inspired by Deftones and Nine Inch Nails, their sound features heavy guitar by Richard Pruneau, unique vocals by Alfonso Civile, and balanced grooves by Waylon Fox and Barak Haring.