Keller Williams 

“If I Was” 

Single 

Self-released 

Musical Mad Scientist, Keller Williams, adds Deer to his arsenal of one-syllable recording titles. Keller’s style is a hybrid mix of alternative folk and groovy electronica, a genre Keller jokingly calls “acoustic dance music” or ADM. 

kellerwilliams.net 

White Denim 

“Your Future as God” 

From the album 12 

Bella Union 

White Denim, one of the very best rock bands to emerge this millennium, have gone through rapid changes in the 2020s, and now open an exciting new chapter with the wondrous album, 12, which arrives rich in hot tunes and fresh invention. 

whitedenimmusic.com 

Big Sky Orchestra 
“Rose Tinted Shades” 
Single 
Self-released 
Big Sky Orchestra is a British Jam Band with music that draws from soft rock, jazz, funk and Americana. Paving the way for the jam scene across the pond, Big Sky Orchestra are at the forefront of the genre in the United Kingdom, with distinctly unique live shows and a retained British feel. 
bigskyorchestra.com 

Alien Eyelid 

“$9 Dollars” 

From the album Bronze Star 

Tall Texan Records 

Houston’s cosmic twangers, Alien Eyelid mix sharp storytelling songwriting a la Neil Young and Gram Parsons with arty jams akin to Can, Europe ‘72 era Dead, without being retro or pastiche. Smallalbums.com named their LP Bronze Star in the top 50 albums of the 2020s. Listen and agree. New album coming in 2025. 

alieneyelid.bandcamp.com 

Bayou City Funk 

“Opportunity” 

From the album Journey to the Hipside 

Self-released 

Well established in their hometown of Houston, Bayou City Funk delivers deep-pocket grooves, lightning-fast horns and soulful, yet gritty, vocals. While “funk” is in the name, it’s clear the band strives to push the boundaries of the genre, blending in modern twists to their original music. 

www.bcfhtx.com 

Dougy Ahern 
“City of Dreams” 
Single 
Self-released 
Dougy Ahern is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter, whose rich, one-of-a-kind voice has made him a standout in the Americana music scene. With his third studio album Memory Road set for release on 11/22/24, Dougy continues to push the boundaries of his sound and craft. 
dougyahern.com 

Rocky Bottom 
“Scary Movies” 
Single  
Self-released 
After years of honing his sound in N.J., NYC, Florida and a short stint abroad, Rocky Bottom (Alex Hernandez) landed in Nashville in 2015, releasing multiple albums and touring the U.S. He continues to evolve musically and lyrically drawing from a life of diverse experiences and influences. 

rockybottomshow.com 

Strumbucket 

“Mountains High” 

From the EP Friends Like You 

Gnawhog Records 

Strumbucket is a five-piece “twang-funk” band from Jackson, Wyo., known for their colorful multi-genre live shows and original music that weaves together funked bass grooves and banjo-driven twang. Their latest EP, Friends Like You, showcases folk tendencies baked in retrospective lyricism. 

strumbucket.com 

Delta Circle 

“Here’s to a Small Town” 

Single 

Muzzle Records 

Delta Circle is a Southern-rock band based out of Savannah, Ga. Members are Nic Ziter (lead vocals/guitar), Earnest Spiva (vocals/bass), Joshua Buck Owens (guitar/vocals), and Kyle Graden (drums). 

deltacirclemusic.com 

Honey Marmalade 

“Tectonic” 

Single 
Self-released 

Honey Marmalade, the musical project of Nebraska-born blues/soul/rock singer Olivia Klein, hits the streaming world with her debut album, Over Before It Started. Dive into the most recent single, “Tectonic,” for a sweet taste of Janis Joplin-like vocals with equally powerful instrumental support. 

honey-marmalade.com 

Jesse Lynn Madera 

“Winter Wonderland” 

Single 

Big Fat Dress 

Jesse Lynn Madera’s powerful lyrics and style earned praise from industry tastemakers. American Songwriter praised her “ethereal, almost otherworldly tone,” and her single “No Place to Shine” topped the EU HotDisc country chart for four weeks marking a new chapter in her evolving artistry. 

jesselynnmadera.com 

Kolten Taylor 
“Neon Glow” 
Single 

Self-released 
Kolten Taylor, rooted in outlaw country with rock influences, began writing and performing in college. His songs capture blue-collar work and country living. His 2024 singles are the first with his full band’s creative influence, which marks a new era of dynamic songwriting and production. 
www.koltentaylormusic.com 

Danceland 

“Steve Earle” 
From the album Licky 
Pinkfoot Music 
Danceland, the Toronto neo-jam band, is revitalizing the Grateful Dead’s legacy with fresh experimentation and energy. Led by Joe and Jale Ferland, Danceland has evolved from Cherry Garcia Band, known for their Dead and JGB covers, into a creative powerhouse with a rich repertoire of original songs. 
dancelandmusic.com 

The Dionysus Effect 
“A Loving Way” 
Single 
Self-released 
The Dionysus Effect is a four-piece, goth-rock force with Christoph Paul (lyrics/vocals), Sean Quinn Hanley (guitar), Quinn Coniguliaro (bass) and Brett Petersen (drums). With a love for horror and hooks, they create haunting, bone-rattling songs. Get ready for their upcoming full-length, Under Your Bed. 
thedionysuseffect.bandcamp.com