Raised in Kentucky on gospel classics and country, the Watson Twins, Chandra and Leigh, have traveled cross country for their music, formed an acclaimed rock band, Slydell, in California, sang back-up for Jenny Lewis and others, and never lost their roots.

Forget dusty old stereotypes! Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway bring new life to bluegrass. This trailblazing group comprises vocalist and guitarist Molly Tuttle, mandolinist Dominick Leslie, banjoist Kyle Tuttle, fiddle player Bronwyn Keith-Hynes, and bassist Shelby Means. The group pushes the boundaries of traditional bluegrass by incorporating elements of folk, Americana, and even hints of jazz. This can be heard in their use of unexpected chord changes and syncopated rhythms. 

Nat & Alex Wolff were born and raised in New York City, one of the most art-rich cities in the world. This sibling duo shares their passion for music and acting with their parents, Michael (jazz pianist/composer) and Polly (actress, writer, producer, and director). The brothers are best known for their hit Nickelodeon show and musical group by the same name, The Naked Brothers Band. After the show ended in 2009, the brothers started making pop, rock, alternative, and indie music together.

Noah Kahan's music occupies a sweet spot between folk and pop. Creating a warm and intimate feel, the backbone of many of Kahan's songs is his acoustic sound. While Kahan's music is defined by a warm, emotionally driven, and infectious rhythm (think banjo and acoustic guitar), he injects depth with occasional flourishes of indie and alternative rock.

Recent phenom Hunter Hays, who uses the moniker HAYS, has left his native Jacksonville, Florida for Music City, USA where he has found his position on the ascent to songwriting/performing notoriety. With a country rock style, this singer/songwriter exudes an old country vocal sound, with a driving rock beat.

Marcus King, originally from Greenville, South Carolina, comes from a long line of musicians including his multitalented father, Marvin King — best known in the blues scene. At just four years of age, strumming and practicing the guitar became Marcus's favorite pastime. Growing up in a household where music is an encouraged lifestyle, it's easy to see why he fell in love with this type of storytelling. As he broadened his genres, he began listening to various artists including Aretha Franklin, David Ruffin, and Janis Joplin.

Lane Whalin is a favorite among musicians, and can frequently be found as a "special guest" or performing with one or two other local musicians. 

He leads and fronts the country band, known as Whalin, and is still recognized in the area for an earlier non-country band, Whalin Funk.