The Decemberists with The Head And The Heart and Ratboys

The Head and The Heart released albums on Sub Pop and Warner Records, including Every Shade of Blue and Aperture. Returning to self-production in Richmond and Seattle, the band regained creative control and reaffirmed their unity.

Based in Chicago, Ratboys is a four-piece band known for their twangy, effervescent sound blending power-pop and post-country. Following their acclaimed album The Window, they released their sixth studio album, Singin’ to an Empty Chair, co-produced by Chris Walla.

Montana-born Colin Meloy leads the Decemberists, known for theatrical indie pop with literate lyrics. Influenced by '60s British folk and '80s college rock, they've released acclaimed albums like "The Crane Wife" and "The King Is Dead," which topped the Billboard 200. Collaborations include Olivia Chaney and guest spots from Peter Buck. The band's popular works include the rock opera "The Hazards of Love" and synth-pop "I'll Be Your Girl," blending fantasy with musical diversity.