Mihka Chee grew up between worlds: Māori, Chinese, and Pākehā heritage, classical training, and punk bands by age 13, shaping a sound that’s only grown bolder over time. After chart success and awards with NZ pop-rock band Ivy Lies, she’s now carving out her own lane in Australia. As a solo artist, she blends raw energy and honesty with 90s rock, punk spirit, catchy hooks, and orchestral depth, with an upcoming EP featuring players from the Sydney Symphony Orchestra set to hit hard.

L'VON makes music for anyone who's ever felt like they had to shrink themselves to fit in. Their shimmering, emotional dance-pop is a place where every part of you is welcome. After nearly a decade in software engineering, L'VON found new life in music, inspired by the raw freedom they experienced at Burning Man. Now based in D.C., they write songs about identity, transformation, and the wild joy of starting over.

Mix rock, funk, pop, blues, a dash of doo-wop, and a hint of waltz, and you get Meridian Girl - a San Diego band weaving jazz, neo-soul, and retro-indie into a soulful, unforgettable sound. Known for deep grooves, heartfelt lyrics, and timeless melodies, they’ve been making waves since 2022.

Omarii, The Aura is a Johannesburg artist blending diverse influences, drawing inspiration from AKA, Kendrick Lamar, and Anderson Paak. Known for his award-nominated tracks and standout performances like the Road to Vegas Livestream Festival, he’s making waves with his unique sound.

Degenerate Breakfast is a genre-blending band from the University of Memphis, mixing alternative rock, punk, blues, jazz, and folk into a unique sound. Known for their energetic live shows and creative song structures, they've played major local venues and are currently recording their first album.

Cities at Night is DJ/Producer Michael Carrera’s genre-blending project, known for scoring the award-winning short film “Tamerlane Death Cycle” and remixing artists like Katey Laurel and Kat Graham. In 2025, Cities at Night released three new albums, exploring drum and bass, 80s synth pop, and ambient soundscapes.