Nurse Julie, Average Joey and the Rabble Rousers, Roaming Bear
Nurse Julie are an instrumental chamber ensemble from the sprawl between Chicago and Milwaukee that subscribe to the ethics of punk rock, with a sound that lies somewhere within the realm of post-rock.Average Joey is a full time traveling songwriter and musician, living perpetually on the road sharing his mix of storytelling folk songs, mischievous country tunes, danceable string band music, and punk rock banjo. When joined by the Rabble Rousers, Average Joey is able to bring these songs to life backed by fiddle, jazz guitar, and Tuba. Roaming Bear is a name that is synonymous with fun and adventure to his small cult of loyal followers; the “Roaming Bear Militia.” Growing up in the suburbs of Chicago and Milwaukee, Bear was inspired by the riff-heavy midwest emo bands that shaped the Chicago music scene, but also the lyrically comedic acoustic folk punk ballads of Milwaukee sweethearts the Violent Femmes.
Daisychain, Thompson Springs, Reilly Downes & The Acid Cowboys
The Kantors, Janet Blackwell, Midwestern Dirt, Holy Joke
With comparisons to trailblazers like Joni Mitchell and Mitski, the Kantors don’t shy away from their unique sound. Their music is defined by powerfully vulnerable vocals, visual lyrics, flowing strings, catchy guitar solos, and tight harmonies.
Luke Frees & The Shadow Band, Hannah Frey, Andrew Parkkila
Luke Frees is based out of Chicago and writes songwriter-driven rock music. His group, The Shadowband, is celebrating the release of their new album, Tomorrow’s Lucid Dream for this show. Their styles blend Americana with influences from 90s grunge and the 70s proto punk eras. Hannah Frey is a Chicago-based vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist who charms listeners with emotive lyricism, melodies that linger long after listening, and a voice noted for its “retro-smooth tonality (Little Village Magazine).” Her sound is a melting pot of midwestern rural and urban influences. While some might call it folk, Americana, or indie pop, Hannah lovingly refers to the music she makes as rock music for sensitive people. Andrew Parkkila plays sad songs that he hopes will make you feel bad.
Sin, Scam Likely, Tommy Kessler, Doloroso
Stalled, Harvey Waters, MX Lonely, Seventh Cloud
Mx Lonely is Brooklyn, NY based heavy gaze, on touring supporting their sophomore EP “SPIT” out Feb 2024 via Candlepin Records.Harvey Waters is Earthtone GothSeventh Cloud are Alternative Rock from Indiana
Big Girl, Gooning, Strapped, Fecto Glen
From irreverent post-punk to the poetic intimacy of vulnerable indie-rock, Big Girl brings together an array of forces that culminate in their wild live performances where the sparkling collides with the demonic, fishnets weave tales of late capitalism, and televisions whisper intimately to the soul. Gooning is a post-punk, no wave band that blends together both musical styles into a savage new sound.
Lawrence Tome, TS Foss (Madison WI), Sophie Rae
Stalled, Porcelain, Daarling, Seth Beck
Porcelain started in the beginning of 2022 as a means of escape, catharsis, and exploration. They’ve been quickly gaining recognition around Austin for their dynamic and energetic live shows, while also performing at such notable festivals as Levitation and Logan Square Arts Festival. Their debut record will be released on Portrayal of Guilt Records in February of 2024
PONS (NYC), Heet Deth, Home Entertainment
