Tampa based three-piece with an upbeat sound and psychedelic flares resembling the Yeah Yeah Yeah’s, No Doubt and the Gorillaz. Founded out of their home studio, dubbed Harmonic Factory, the group began working on their first album, Arboles Ossific (2016). Their debut release showcased a group of explorative songwriters whose signature style was bound to no genre and embraced the unexpected. As advocates of environmentalism, the band wrote their sophomore album, Turtle Stand (2017), in an effort to bring awareness against animal cruelty. Since then, Phantom Phunk has transformed into a three-piece core, and now consists of Alexa Toro on vocals, Nick Emiliozzi on drums and Hector Fontanet on guitar. Tracks from their latest EP, Struggle With Me (2018), also include features from local hip-hop artist Cloud Master Price.

Band from Columbia, SC featuring Max Harrison, Desireé Richardson and Katie Leitner

Formed in late 2017, Blocker has wasted no time making waves in the local music scene, featuring at major local events such as St. Pat's in Five Points and the Free Times Music Crawl. What began as a side project for Columbia singer/songwriter Jade Blocker quickly became a full-fledged band after a single performance. The versatile trio of Donovan Amason (guitar), Garrick Turner (bass), and Jade Blocker (vocals/drums) effortlessly move between pop, rock, and R&B without any pretense. The songs are familiar without sounding contrived and the catchy melodies combined with Jade’s unmistakable voice will have you humming along for days afterwards.