Eloquently blending synth-folk, moody pop, club beats, and soaring vocal harmonies, Babes In Canyon crafts music that is eminently engaging and very much of the moment. Born of a spontaneous writing session during a winter storm blackout, the band wandered naturally into the land of heavy beats, lyrics with an element of storytelling, and synth-folk instrumentation with a twist. Lush and astutely layered, what began as an exploration of the outer edges of Americana has evolved into a cohesive, enchanting artistic statement. With a spate of national tours, festivals, and live performances under their belt, songwriters Nathan and Sophia Hamer conjure up layered soundscapes, "looping keys, beats, percussion effortlessly in an electric, raucous live performance" (Atwood Magazine). Receiving praise from the likes of Under The Radar, Magnet, and Big Takeover, Babes In Canyon's debut album "The New Loud" released in the fall of 2025. Genre-defying, expertly arranged, and profoundly catchy, Babes In Canyon stands ready to soundtrack your adventures - spontaneous or otherwise.

Anna Smyrk is a powerful singer and songmaker from Naarm (Melbourne, Australia). Her anthemic indie songs pair vulnerable lyrics with explosive arrangements and undeniable hooks. Anna Smyrk's new album is all these things. Her first full length record, out now, dives deep into holding joy and pain together; a mix of comfort, sadness, and emotional release. Debuting #20 on the US specialty radio charts, #20 on the ARIA charts for Australia albums and getting multiple spins on BBC Radio, this is a release to watch. It showcases exceptional songwriting, driving indie-rock sounds, sweet alt-folk confessions, heart-wrenching lyrics and Anna's delicate yet powerful vocals, described as "truly astonishing" by Rolling Stone.

Website:

https://blackoakartists.com/artist/anna-smyrk/

Shelby Natasha is a Seattle-based songwriter and music producer whose sound blends alt-R&B and Chinese folk music. Influenced by her upbringing between China and the Pacific Northwest, her ethereal vocals are accompanied by the traditional Chinese instrument, Guzheng, and layered over lo-fi beats. Shelby's performance career began with Sofar Sounds, where she has played over 100 shows across the United States, and she has gone on to perform at festivals and venues across the country such as Belltown Bloom (May 2024), Oregon Country Fair (2025), Portland Folk Fest (2025), Northwest Folklife (2025), Any Patch of Grass (2025), Imagine Festival (2025), Doe Bay Artist in Residence (Aug 2024). She has also played support slots for East Forest @ St Marks Cathedral and Simrit @ TOC.