Sophie Hiroko, GR3G, Willem Dafoe Fan Club

Sophie Hiroko was raised on the shore of Lake Superior, making her lullaby the sound of waves crashing into the beach. Wild winds, whipping storms, and biting winters have inspired Hiroko's growling grunge rock to reflect the cycles of life and death. Sophie pairs her painfully raw poetry against a sound derived from that of her idols - Nirvana, Patti Smith, Yo La Tengo, and the Velvet Underground. GR3G, a 24-year-old independent artist hailing from the vibrant streets of South Side Chicago, has emerged as a beacon of authenticity and creativity in the Minneapolis music scene. Gr3g's journey as an artist is deeply intertwined with his roots, social justice advocacy, and a profound passion for storytelling through music. A gifted lyricist with a penchant for weaving intricate flows, Gr3g doesn't just rhyme words; he crafts lyrical tapestries that resonate with the listener's soul. His verses are not merely verses but a portal to his world, an odyssey through his thoughts, experiences, and emotions. Willem Dafoe Fan Club is a slowcore/shoegaze band with Hollis Sparhawk, Noah Ruona, Angel Marshall, and Kenny Bressler.