By Peggy Phillips
Pacific Avenue, led by Harry O’Brien on vocals, brought an undeniable authenticity to their performance. Their songwriting, infused with a love for the 60s and 70s, creates a modern-day classic sound. With the release of their debut album Flowers in 2023, the band made a significant impact, earning the #1 spot for Australian albums and two ARIA nominations.
Follow them on Instagram: @pacificavenueband
Saint Blonde, hailing from Denton, TX, features Hunter Fitch (vocals), Tre Rollins (guitar), Alexander Hernandez (guitar), Tyler Lee Cooper (drums), and Kyle Cade (bass). They gained over 10 million streams with their string of successful singles. This band brings an eclectic sound, blending angular post-punk with heavy-hitting indie rock and infectious vocal hooks.
Follow them on Instagram: @saintblondeband
Other notable bands on the lineup included Chace from China, Black Polish, from Los Angeles, and Xavier Omär, a well-known and established R&B artist, singer, and songwriter from San Antonio, Texas.
Follow Chase from China: @chasefromchina
Follow Black Polish: @blackpolishband
Follow Xavier Omär: @xavieromaar
With so many fresh sounds on display, it’s exciting to think about which of these acts will be headlining arenas in just a few short years.