ma-che-tres (A slang term for a machete tied to G3 rifle) was founded by Lilo González and Cristian Gajardo. They were just teenagers when they opened Fugazi's 10th anniversary show in 1997, a fundraiser for the Latin American Youth Center in Washington DC. They quickly made their way in the DC punk scene supporting grassroots organizations, social justice and Latinx youth. Bassist Paul González joined in 2003. In 2018 Lilo and Paul relocated to LA adding drummer Ryan Bukstein until the pandemic sent each member to a different state. In 2023, Machetres reunited to play a run of shows on the east coast with Cristian and west coast with Ryan.  

In 2025 Machetres is hitting the road again in the west, this time with both drummers joining for all shows. Performing original music in both Spanish and English, Machetres music deals with the complex experience of refugees, while layering smoking guitar solos and powerful basslines.

Not Your Ex Lover (NYXL) is a Latina, femme, glitter-rock band based in Bend, Oregon. Their music tells the story of love and heartbreak with a grunge-pop vibe - and lots of sparkle. The band was formed in the high desert in Central Oregon in 2022, bringing together Kourtni, Julie, Reya, and KiKi. NYXL began their journey in a neon-lit garage, where late-night jam sessions shaped their sound and strengthened their sisterhood. Their music channels the rage and truth of their experiences alongside the joy and playfulness of their aspirations.