Anjimile

<a href="https://www.instagram.com/anjimile/?hl=en">Anjimile</a> (ann-JIM-uh-lee) Chithambo is a Boston-based singer-songwriter whose work is defined by unflinching introspection, spiritual inquiry, and emotional clarity. Emerging from Boston’s indie scene while studying at Northeastern University, he quickly gained attention for his earnest songwriting, delicate sonic textures, and performances that balance intimacy with transcendence. His 2020 debut,&nbsp;Giver Taker,was met with widespread acclaim and named one of the year’s best albums by&nbsp;Rolling Stone, establishing Anjimile as a vital voice exploring themes of identity, faith, and liberation. With&nbsp;The King&nbsp;(2023), Anjimile deepened his examination of Black and trans existence amid personal and societal upheaval, reaffirming his commitment to navigating discomfort as a path toward freedom. His latest album,&nbsp;You’re Free To Go, builds on this foundation with a more expansive and open-hearted perspective, centering questions of love, trust, and release. Crafted over several years of transformation, the record traces moments of loss, renewal, and rediscovery, reflecting a renewed willingness to embrace connection and possibility. Across&nbsp;You’re Free To Go, Anjimile balances lightness and gravity, pairing tender love songs with reflections on estrangement, resilience, and self-acceptance. Spirituality remains central to his practice; songwriting continues to function as a form of prayer, questioning, and communion. Produced by Brad Cook (Waxahatchee, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Mavis Staples), the album unfolds with an intuitive, organic warmth that contrasts the intensity of&nbsp;The King, revealing an artist increasingly at ease with vulnerability, joy, and grace.

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The Fin. 

Formed in 2012 by Yuto Uchino and Kaoru Nakazawa,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thefin.jp/top.html">the fin.</a> blends indie, psychedelic pop, and soul into a dreamy, immersive sound—driven by Uchino’s ethereal vocals and production—delivering captivating live performances that have enchanted audiences around the world. The fin. was formed in 2012 by Uchino (vocals, guitar, and synthesizer) and Nakazawa (bass and synthesizer). Uchino serves as the creative force behind the band’s music, handling songwriting, recording, mixing, and production. His silky, smooth voice—with a distinctive, floating quality—creates a dreamy and immersive musical experience. The band’s style is rooted in indie and psychedelic pop, infused with elements of soul, funk, and jazz, resulting in a soft, mellow sound that evokes a sense of peace. Uchino’s lyrics are both empowering and reflective, acknowledging the fear that often accompanies growth and change, and contributing to the unique aesthetic of the fin.’s musical world. The band has performed at numerous venues across the UK, US, Europe, and Asia, appearing at major festivals such as Fuji Rock Festival, Summer Sonic Festival, SXSW, and the Great Escape. Notably, during their 2023 China tour, they performed in over 25 cities, drawing a cumulative audience of more than 20,000 at their solo shows. The fin. has released several albums and EPs, including their debut album,&nbsp;Days With Uncertainty&nbsp;(2014), recorded, mixed, and produced by Uchino; their second album,&nbsp;There&nbsp;(2018), coproduced by Bradley Spence (Jamiroquai, Radiohead, alt-J); their EP,&nbsp;Wash Away&nbsp;(2019), coproduced by Bradley Spence and Jake Miller (Björk, Arca); and their third album,&nbsp;Outer Ego&nbsp;(2021), entirely recorded, mixed, and produced by Uchino.

Belle Blue / frameless. 

Brooklyn - raised artist Belle Blue is a teenager with a fierce passion for music and a distinct creative voice well beyond her years. Recently dubbed a “musical prodigy” by SPIN Magazine, Belle is quickly emerging as one of the most compelling young voices in a new wave of rock. Growing up surrounded by a rich tapestry of musical influences, Belle found her footing in songwriting early on – blending the raw energy of rock with modern sensibilities. Her newest single, “Wash,” marks the next chapter in her evolution as an artist. Opening the night,&nbsp;frameless.&nbsp;is an alternative indie group based in Boston. All five members come from different musical backgrounds, and the intersection between them creates a familiar yet unique sound, bound together by dreamy soundscapes and dynamic songwriting. Fronted by vocalist Kayli Cullen, a current Berklee student, the group draws on each member’s past experiences to build an authentic collective identity. Their first single, “Incomplete,” released on May 1, tells the story of realizing what you’re meant to do and carving your own path to find what truly makes you happy. Their new EP,&nbsp;I’m Nearing a Good Place, available in June, is a four-track collection that navigates the nuances of love, relationships, and the search for meaning.

Neoni: How to Kill a Fairytale Tour

Neoni is an American independent alternative pop/rock sister duo formed in 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee, by Caitlin and Sidney Powell.&nbsp; &nbsp; Known for a dark, futuristic EDM-influenced sound, they gained viral success with hits like "DARKSIDE" and "Royalty." &nbsp; The&nbsp;How to Kill a Fairytale VIP Experience* includes an invitation to a pre-show experience with Neoni, featuring: &nbsp;<ul><li>Meet and&nbsp;greet and personal photo</li><li>Q&amp;A session</li><li>Exclusive VIP merchandise trinket</li><li>Commemorative VIP laminate and lanyard</li><li>Early entry into the venue</li><li>Merchandise shopping opportunity before doors open to the public</li><li>Limited availability</li></ul>&nbsp; *VIP ticket includes a general admission ticket to the show

Chinese American Bear

<a href="https://chineseamericanbear.com/">Chinese American Bear</a>&nbsp;is a lighthearted and quirky Mandopop duo from Seattle, Washington, creating fun and eclectic bilingual English/Chinese ear candy. Comprised of Anne Tong and Bryce Barsten, the married couple creates groovy, “not-too-serious, food-loving” tunes together in their home studio. Their sound—somewhere between the Flaming Lips, the B-52s,&nbsp;MGMT, and a hypercolor cartoon—has earned tens of millions of streams and global acclaim. They’ve been featured in&nbsp;Vogue+,&nbsp;Paste, and&nbsp;Under the Radar; celebrated by&nbsp;BBC Radio&nbsp;and&nbsp;KEXP&nbsp;(#1 album); and spotlighted across major&nbsp;Spotify&nbsp;playlists, including All New Indie, Indie’s Top 50, Fresh Finds (#1 cover track), Bedroom Pop, Chill Vibes, and more. They toured internationally following the release of their second album,&nbsp;Wah!!!, including 15 cities in China, multiple trips to the UK, dozens of festivals, and support slots for pop star and internet phenomenons&nbsp;Poppy&nbsp;and&nbsp;Greer. Their music has been featured in the film&nbsp;The Wedding Banquet, the&nbsp;Apple TV+&nbsp;series&nbsp;Platonic,&nbsp;Electronic Arts’s&nbsp;Skate&nbsp;video game, an&nbsp;Apple&nbsp;commercial, and more. Their newest 12-track album,&nbsp;Dim Sum &amp; Then Sum, will be released in May 2026 via&nbsp;Moshi Moshi Records. The band plans to tour extensively across the USA, Europe, and Asia afterward.

Soda Blonde

Soda Blonde is a four-piece alt-pop band from Dublin, Ireland, formed in 2019 by Faye O’Rourke (vocals), Adam O’Regan (guitar/keys), Donagh Seaver-O’Leary (bass), and Dylan Lynch (drums). The group emerged from the ashes of critically acclaimed indie rock outfit Little Green Cars, moving toward a bolder, more cinematic and emotionally charged sound that blends evocative lyrics with adventurous production.&nbsp; Their music traverses the tension between introspection and ambition, pairing O’Rourke’s distinctive, expressive vocals with genre-defying arrangements that draw comparisons to synth-infused art-pop and emotionally honest songwriting. Soda Blonde’s debut single, “Swimming Through the Night,” immediately marked a stylistic shift for the members, establishing the band’s commitment to cinematic hooks and atmospheric grooves.

Emma Harner 

Originally from Lincoln, Nebraska, and now based in Boston,&nbsp;<a href="https://emmaharner.com/">Emma Harner</a> first gained attention through a series of viral videos on Instagram and TikTok. She quickly earned a devoted following and established herself as a standout new voice. Since emerging in 2024, she has received early praise from tastemakers like Zane Lowe and Rick Beato and has been featured in outlets such as Guitar.com,&nbsp;Fretboard Journal, and&nbsp;EARMILK. Harner’s debut EP,&nbsp;<a href="https://sndo.ffm.to/3r63pwd">Taking My Side</a>, was released this past July and explores the highs, lows, and quiet revelations of young adulthood with clarity, courage, and a sound that feels entirely her own. Known for her ability to fuse intricate guitar work with emotionally direct songwriting, Harner brings a rare mix of technical precision and raw vulnerability to everything she creates. This fall, Harner embarked on her debut headlining tour forTaking My Side, following previous support runs with Orla Gartland across her US and EU tours, as well as opening slots for Leith Ross, mxmtoon, Tiny Habits, Flawed Mangoes, the Bygones, and more

Paloma Morphy

Paloma Morphy is a Mexican singer-songwriter whose work is rooted in intuition and emotional honesty, shaping a minimalist pop sound that connects with a new generation of listeners.&nbsp; Since the release of her debut album&nbsp;Au, Paloma has shown steady growth across digital platforms and live stages, establishing herself as one of the most promising young voices in Mexican pop. Backed by a Latin GRAMMY Award for Best New Artist, key editorial support, international media presence, and high-profile brand collaborations, Paloma is now entering a phase of international expansion. She represents a new wave of artists redefining Latin pop through authenticity, creative independence, and a clear sonic and visual identity—building a career that moves across music, culture, and generational storytelling with global ambition. 2025 Latin Grammy winner — Best New Artist. 2025 Latin Grammy nominee — Best Alternative Song, with her song “(sola)”. Rolling Stone — Future of Music 25. Apple Music — Up Next Artist 2025. Amazon Music — Rompe Artist 2025. Spotify — EQUAL Artist 2025. Representing to LATAM as Women of Latin. Premios Juventud — Artist to Watch 2025. Billboard Latin — Latin Artist On The Rise. 2026 Premios Lo Nuestro nominee — Female Breakthrough Artist of the Year. Official Pepsi Black Ambassador for all of Latin America (2025–2027). +50M streams on her debut album “Au”. Mexico tour with multiple sold-out dates including Lunario del Auditorio Nacional.

Crossroads Presents: William Beckmann

Making modern country music with a refined edge,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.williambeckmann.com/">William Beckmann</a> embodies timeless, sophisticated swagger, with songs built for the mainstream—but also built to last. With his first major-label album,&nbsp;Whiskey Lies &amp; Alibis, the young Texas native joins a retro revival at the core of the modern format and pushes it further down the road. A student of the classics—from classic country to classic pop, rock, and even mariachi—Beckmann grew up in the border town of Del Rio, Texas, enamored with the effortless cool of Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, and Frank Sinatra, along with the Eagles, Tom Petty, Bob Dylan, George Strait, and the traditional Mexican music of his bilingual roots. Developing a deep, dark-honey baritone with natural vibrato, he first found a foothold on the Texas touring circuit, dressed to kill and backed by a timeless sound to match. C-writing eight of the album’s 12 songs with elite hitmakers such as Jessie Jo Dillon, Jesse Frasure, and Rhett Akins, Beckmann’s neo-classic signature is unmistakable on&nbsp;Whiskey Lies &amp; Alibis. With an organic sound defined by dusky baritone guitars and pedal steel—paired with a rumbling, resonant vocal—the album captures both the vast loneliness of a windblown desert landscape and the throbbing pulse of a honky-tonk. At the center of each track lies the bitter sting of lost love. After playing more than 100 shows a year since 2022, Beckmann now returns to the road with a bold mission in mind: not just to echo classic country style, but to restore its values—with his head held high.

FORAGER

<a href="https://forager.band/tour-1">FORAGER</a> is a Brooklyn-based trio whose music blends contemporary indie rock with intricate guitar work, melismatic vocals, and curious, shapeshifting grooves. NPR’s&nbsp;Bobby Carter&nbsp;called their music “buttery” and “complex,” remarking, “Where have you been all my life?!?” FORAGER has built a following on the strength of their live show, selling out venues in New York and across the US. Their sophomore album,&nbsp;Even a Child Can Cover the Sun With a Finger, ventures into rawer territory: whispered vocals over blaring sirens and distorted drums, and singable psych-pop choruses that disintegrate into mayhem. The album captures the peeled-back intimacy of folk singer-songwriters alongside the pulsating synchronicity that only a band can achieve.

Get to the Gig Presents: Baby Bugs and Elliot Lee

<a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/3TBTcHpZ3aV1g8rk8i1zb5">Baby Bugs</a> is an alternative music project founded by Bowie. Raised on bluegrass guitar and church hymns, Bowie spent years under the weight of religious trauma and emotional abuse before discovering that writing songs and poems was the only way to clearly express themselves. In 2021, at the age of 18, Bowie released their first song, “HeyBunny.” The track surpassed 2 million streams in its first 60 days and received an outpouring of support from fans encouraging Baby Bugs to continue. Inspired by this response, Bowie decided to keep writing and recording music with the goal of helping others who have experienced similar hardships feel less alone. Brooklyn-based artist <a href="https://www.elliotlee.com/">Elliot Lee</a> fuses dark pop melodies with edgy vocals and innovative electronic rock soundscapes to create an unpredictable sound, acting as a voice for the voiceless. Lee understands the power of music unhindered by norms and its impact on underrepresented communities. This bravado seeps through her homemade tracks, which are laced with late-night slumber party confessions and existential awareness. Inspired by feelings of loneliness, Lee’s music serves as a reminder that you are never alone.

Francis of Delirium 

<a href="https://www.francisofdelirium.com/">Francis of Delirium</a>, the project of Luxembourg-based musician Jana Bahrich, returns with a new single, “Requiem for a Dying Day,” the latest glimpse into her upcoming second album,&nbsp;Run, Run Pure Beauty, due May 29 via Dalliance Recordings. Watch the self-directed stop-motion video for “Requiem for a Dying Day”&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOA7s8sI3p0]">here</a> .&nbsp; “Requiem for a Dying Day” emerges as a haunting centerpiece for&nbsp;Run, Run Pure Beauty—a slow, deliberate meditation on a world hurtling towards its own undoing. The track’s measured pace, alongside its tactile visual counterpart, stands in stark, compelling contrast to the urgency of its themes, while also showcasing some of the record’s most ambitious arrangements.

Brigitte Calls Me Baby: Irreversible Tour

The music of Brigitte Calls Me Baby is equal parts elegant time warp and up-close exploration of our modern-day neuroses. The Chicago-based five-piece emerged in early 2023 and soon scored a breakout hit with "Impressively Average" – a sublimely shimmering anthem that shot to the Top 10 at Triple A radio, setting the band on a swift rise that's recently included embarking on a headline tour with sold-out dates across the country. Now, with their debut LP The Future Is Our Way Out, Brigitte Calls Me Baby share a body of work that ingeniously spans genres and eras, merging the lavish romanticism of mid-century pop with the frenetic energy and spiky intensity of early-millennium indie-rock. Centered on Leavins' hypnotically crooning vocal work, the result is a rare convergence of sophistication and style and unabashed sincerity.

Izzy Escobar

<a href="https://www.izzyescobarmusic.com/">Izzy Escobar</a> is a songwriter and artist from Massachusetts whose raw, emotive voice cuts straight to the heart. Known for her fearless creativity and commanding stage presence, Escobar blends a rich vocal tone with deeply personal lyricism, creating a sound that’s as powerful as it is intimate. With classical roots in violin and a passion for piano, her music is grounded in melody yet unbound by convention—an intoxicating fusion of grit, grace, and soul. Influenced by her Cuban and Italian heritage, Escobar channels passion and vulnerability into every note, delivering performances that feel timeless. Her gift for improvisation and in-the-moment songwriting has captivated millions online, where she transforms unfiltered emotion into melodies that resonate deeply with fans. Whether at the keys or behind the mic, Escobar’s music commands attention on and off the stage.

Cece Coakley

Cece Coakley is a rising singer-songwriter living in Nashville, whose music blends indie pop, folk, and country influences into a heartfelt, melodic sound. With introspective songwriting and a laid-back vocal delivery, Coakley has quickly made a name for herself in the indie music scene and a revered artist and songwriter. Her 2022 debut EP, Tender, was written while she was living at home with her parents in Knoxville Tennessee, a time of deep personal reflection and creative growth. She has since gone on to release two projects Happy Adjacent &amp; Soft Again following her move to Nashville. Coakley has spent most of her budding career on the road supporting artists such as Medium Build, Stephen Sanchez, Field Guide, and most recently Hazlett and Nell Mescal. Touring allowed her to connect with audiences across the country, further developing her artistry and confidence as a performer. Coakley is set to release her next EP on March 6th titled, Pleasant Attack, which includes songs “Pleasant Attack,” “Marionette,” “Personified” and “Future Tense” among others. Coakley’s EP was produced by her frequent collaborator, Sam Westhoff. With her distinctive blend of indie pop and country-tinged storytelling, Cece Coakley is proving to be one of the most compelling new voices in the indie-folk scene, carving out a path that feels entirely her own.

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