For over 20 years, The Dollyrots have been a shining example of how to mix raw punk energy with catchy, bubblegum melodies, all while living life entirely on their terms. Fronted by bassist and vocalist Kelly Ogden and guitarist Luis Cabezas, this power duo has built a legacy of anthemic tunes, relentless touring, and an unwavering DIY ethos. But what sets them apart isn’t just their music—it’s their ability to balance the chaos of punk rock with raising kids that are now old enough to take the stage on their own. The band has released eight studio albums and played over two thousand shows since their 2004 debut on legendary punk label Lookout! Records. The next two albums came out through Joan Jett’s Blackheart Records, followed by several DIY, fan-funded releases and a current alliance with Wicket Cool Records. Long a staple in rotation on Sirius/XM’s Little Steven’s Underground Garage, the band’s consistent output perked up the ears of Wicked Cool founder Stevie Van Zandt. “Their songwriting has reached a consistent level of greatness,” he says. The Dollyrots’ sound stays rooted in the sharp hooks of classic pop punk. Growing up together in Florida, followed by a decade-long stint in Los Angeles, the band emerged from the L.A. punk scene with a style that blends humor, heart, and high-energy. Their anthem “Because I’m Awesome” has enjoyed over 2.6 million streams on Spotify while becoming a rallying cry for sarcastic self-confidence. Whether they’re singing about awkward crushes or the everyday chaos of life, their songs always deliver a sense of fun and relatability, reminding listeners not to take life—or themselves—too seriously. The band is no stranger to success, hitting the Billboard Heatseekers and Independent Albums charts several times and featured in movies and TV shows including “Nimona”, “Billions”, “The Price Is Right” along with classics such as “Easy A” and “CSI:NY”. Their most recent album, Night Owls, is co-Produced by longtime collaborator John Fields (Jimmy Eat World, All Time Low, Meet Me At the Altar) and features multiple tracks receiving heavy rotation on Sirius/XM and featured on NPRs New Music Friday and Spotify’s New In Punk Playlists, along with many more. Kelly and Luis aren’t just bandmates; they’re life partners who’ve taken their shared love of music and turned it into a family affair. Their two kids, River and Daisy, have grown up on the road, trading playgrounds for green rooms and bedtime stories for soundchecks. Instead of seeing family life as a limitation, Kelly and Luis have woven it into the fabric of their music and lifestyle. Their kids often make mid-show cameos on stage and can sometimes be spotted at the merch table helping fans pick out t-shirts, or popping up in behind-the-scenes tour videos. The family vibe is infectious, making Dollyrots shows feel less like a concert and more like a reunion with your fun, rock n roll cousins. This unconventional lifestyle has added a unique layer to The Dollyrots’ identity. They’ve become a symbol of what it means to balance ambition and creativity with family life. Their fans—many of whom are now parents themselves—find inspiration in how Kelly and Luis have stayed true to their punk roots while embracing parenthood with open arms. The band’s influence has also extended to the radio, where Kelly has held down the position of morning show DJ since 2019 on Sirius/XM Channel 21 The Underground Garage. The Kelly Ogden Program plays the best of garage, punk, and rock, airing every weekday morning with a bonus Friday night show. She can also be heard on their sister station Sirius 721, and shares a side project with Bowling For Soup frontman Jaret Reddick called Jaret and Kelly. Always active on the live circuit, the band is gearing up for extensive 2025 tour plans including both U.S. and overseas runs. This will coincide with a new release coming in the Spring just on the heels of deluxe vinyl reissues of their seminal LPs “Eat My Heart Out” and “Barefoot & Pregnant” in February through Wicked Cool/The Orchard. Though their lives have evolved, The Dollyrots’ music remains as vibrant and youthful as ever. Their DIY approach has also allowed them to stay connected to their audience and build a loyal community that feels more like an extended family. Their fans have watched them grow from scrappy up-and-comers to seasoned musicians and parents, and that connection makes their music hit even harder. They show that you don’t have to give up your passions or your identity to raise a family and prove that punk rock isn’t just about rebellion—it’s about creating your own path and sticking to it, no matter what. With a little bubblegum and mischief on the side.

Hailing from the heartland of America, Ohio's Leggy is a blonde-heavy dream punk trio exploding with empowered earnestness, an undeniably catchy pop sensibility and that ever timeless grrrl in-and-out of love allure. With influences drawn from contemporary artists like Lana Del Rey & St. Vincent, as well as 90's jammers like The Breeders and Hole, Leggy produce a unique style of music that equal parts dark pop and shimmery punk. Leggy began after singer/ guitarist Veronique Allaer (Belgian parents) took a hip-breaking tumble off a fire escape days after graduating from college. Priorities drastically rearranged, she ditched the plans for grad school and instead moved into a house with her two best friends and music lovers, Kerstin Bladh and Christopher Campbell. The three began crafting raucous yet infectious garage pop led by Bladh's fuzzed out and slinky bass lines, fortified with Campbell's heavy-hitting yet tight drum beats, and sweetened with Allaer's saccharine vocals.  In 2017 Damnably had Chicago Mastering Service Remaster Leggy's eponymous 2016 album for Vinyl release. With constant touring they have gained a national following the in the States and have enjoyed significant airplay from college radio and attention from blogs. Leggy have played over a dozen festivals and have shared the stage with many notable and buzz-worthy bands such as Bully, EMA, Ex Hex, Cursive, Colleen Green, and Tweens. "Raw, catchy as hell, and utterly dance-able, Cincinnati trio Leggy make skin-bearing garage rock that isn't afraid to rip the guise off dated and romantic tropes." Noisey  "...lo-fi productions of infectious melodies, bubblegum punk and a taste of not giving a fuck." - She Shreds Magazine " It discomfits. It unsettles. It reassures. I would have covered this for Melody Maker." - Everett True