Don Bloom has been steadily rising in the Chicago music scene since 2021, carving out a lane with his consistent and genre-blending sound. Releasing new music every two weeks, he’s built a growing catalog that reflects both his creative range and relentless work ethic. A true one-man powerhouse, Bloom writes, produces, records, mixes, and performs everything himself. As a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter, his music weaves between indie, alternative, and experimental sounds, always pushing boundaries while staying true to his voice. With momentum building and a tour planned for early 2026, Don Bloom is proving that consistency, vision, and self-sufficiency can go a long way and he’s just getting started.

is an independent multi genre, multi gender, multi dimensional music collective of artists and best friends nyfe and amada. the experimental duo first met and began making music in 2016 and have since released 3 full length albums, AFTERTHOT, THOTFORM, and GRAVEN, and 1 six-track ep, NYMPH. their work has been highlighted in publications such as Rolling Stone, The Los Angeles Times, Paper Magazine, Afropunk, Essence, V Magazine, and many more. closegood was formally signed to First Access Entertainment and now operate independently. Vocals / Nyfe Vocals + Production / Amad

Whalefall emerged onto the Berkeley DIY scene in 2024, born out of a love for shoegaze and indie rock. Known for unforgettable performances, atmospheric soundscapes, and raw intensity, Whalefall blends garage alt-rock, Midwest emo, and grunge influences. Their sound echoes the likes of Wednesday, Title Fight, Slowdive, Mannequin Pussy, Black Country New Road, and Sunny Day Real Estate. Comprised of 6 members, Vivian Wall fronts the band with her aching vocals and intimate lyrics, backed by catchy yet intricate guitar riffs and a trumpet that cuts through the mix, adding a textural edge. Heavy enough to scream in the car, devastating enough for solitary late-night listens, and energetic enough to dance around the room at live performances, Whalefall has quickly become a staple in the East Bay music community.