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Black Country, New Road

29 concerts

Black Country, New Road, spawned from a Wikipedia name generator and Brixton's Windmill scene in 2019, merges post-rock and jazz-inflected post-punk. Hailed as "the best band in the world" by The Quietus, they boast high praise from NYT, NPR, and The Guardian.

Lil Yachty

50 concerts

Born in Mableton, Lil Yachty coined "bubblegum trap" with hits like "One Night." He earned Grammy nods & Top Ten albums including Teenage Emotions & Lil Boat 2. Known for blending druggy weirdness with ATL flair, his style spans from mumble rap to psychedelic rock. Collaborations include Carly Rae Jepsen and DaBaby.

Laufey

5 concerts

Icelandic-Chinese GRAMMY winner Laufey blends jazz and classical music, gaining fame with hits like "From the Start." Featured on Jimmy Kimmel, her albums resonate globally, making her Spotify's top jazz artist.

John Carroll Kirby

9 concerts

John Carroll Kirby, based in LA, fuses jazz with other genres and styles. Known for solo albums on Stones Throw Records and collaborations with stars like Solange, Frank Ocean, and Harry Styles. Praised for "My Garden" and scored the film "Cryptozoo." Grammy-nominated for producing "Bad Habit."