1. Backstory:

Rural Woman is an all-female folk-rock band that was formed in the heartland of America during a chance meeting at a local county fair. Each member, stemming from different parts of rural America, came together with a shared love for storytelling and old-time folk music. Hailing from Idaho, Texas, Kentucky, and Wisconsin, the members found a common rhythm in their diverse roots and experiences, making their music a unique blend of cultural wisdom and down-to-earth vibes.

Their music is deeply influenced by their lives – farming, family, love, loss, and the simple pleasures of rural living. Rural Woman seeks to bring a slice of Americana life to their listeners, transporting them to the quiet fields, the hard-working farms, and the robust communities that make up the heartland of America.

2. Music Genre:

Folk-Rock

3. Song Title:

“Harvest Moon Lullaby”

4. Full Song Lyrics:

(Verse 1)
In the rolling fields of golden grain,
Beneath the blessing of the summer rain,
We find our rhythm in the heartland’s beat,
With soil beneath our feet.

(Chorus)
Under the harvest moon, we sing our tune,
An old-time melody, a rural woman’s boon,
With the strum of guitars, under the shining stars,
We sing our harvest moon lullaby.

(Verse 2)
From dawn till dusk, we work the land,
With our hearts, and our calloused hands,
But when night falls, we wear our crown,
In our love, our home, our town.

(Chorus)
Under the harvest moon, we sing our tune,
A tale of love and grace, under the wide-open space,
With the twang of banjos, in the soft moon’s glow,
We sing our harvest moon lullaby.

(Bridge)
In the quiet night, under the soft moonlight,
We hum the truths of the farming life,
The strength in our hearts, the love in our souls,
In our music, our story unfolds.

(Chorus)
Under the harvest moon, we sing our tune,
With the whispering wind, our voices are tuned,
With the beat of the drums, in the still night’s hum,
We sing our harvest moon lullaby.

(Outro)
Beneath the open sky, with a lullaby,
We are rural women, with our heads held high,
With a song in our hearts, as the day departs,
We bid you goodnight, with our harvest moon lullaby.

5. Chord Progression:

D – G – Bm – A

1. Backstory:
Muffled Agenda came together in the mid-2000s in the bustling city of New York, a group of four friends who had a shared passion for music and a shared frustration with the political climate. They began writing and performing songs in secret, using music as a way to express their feelings about the world. Before long, they gained a following of like-minded individuals who found solace in their emotionally charged lyrics and complex melodies.

After a couple of years performing in local gigs and underground concerts, Muffled Agenda got their big break when one of their songs was picked up by a local radio station. Their music, a unique blend of punk rock and alternative with a dash of folk influences, resonated with the audience, and they quickly gained a wider fanbase. Despite their growing popularity, the band remained true to their roots, continuing to write politically-charged lyrics and music that spoke to the frustrations and dreams of their generation.

2. Music Genre: Punk Rock/Alternative with Folk influences

3. Song Title: “Voices Against Silence”

4. Full Song Lyrics:

(Verse 1)
“Cracks in the concrete, voices in the wind,
Everyday’s a struggle, don’t know where to begin.
Caught in a system, lost in the crowd,
Can’t scream out loud, can’t break this shroud.”

(Chorus)
“Voices against silence, stand up and be heard,
Break down the barriers, let’s shake this world.
Injustice surrounds us, it’s time we take a stand,
With our voices against silence, let’s reclaim this land.”

(Verse 2)
“See the corruption, feel the despair,
It’s time we show them, it’s time we care.
Won’t be another number, lost in the fray,
We’ll rise together, we’ll have our say.”

(Chorus)
“Voices against silence, stand up and be heard,
Break down the barriers, let’s shake this world.
Injustice surrounds us, it’s time we take a stand,
With our voices against silence, let’s reclaim this land.”

(Bridge)
“Our power’s in numbers, our strength in our words,
We’ll speak out against silence, make sure we’re heard.
In the face of adversity, we’ll hold our head high,
With our voices united, our spirit won’t die.”

(Chorus)
“Voices against silence, stand up and be heard,
Break down the barriers, let’s shake this world.
Injustice surrounds us, it’s time we take a stand,
With our voices against silence, let’s reclaim this land.”

(Outro)
“In this world of chaos, we’ll make our stand,
With voices against silence, we’ll reclaim this land.”

5. Chord Progression: Em, C, G, D

1. Backstory:
Quizzical Engine is a four-piece Indie-pop band hailing from the vibrant city of Manchester, England. The band was formed in 2015 when the lead vocalist and primary songwriter, Oliver Mulligan, met drummer Amelia Gibson at a local music festival. The shared love for music and a mutual admiration for bands like “The Smiths” and “Radiohead” led to the creation of Quizzical Engine. After a year of writing and practicing, they were joined by bassist James “J.D.” Douglas and keyboardist Rebecca Lane. Quizzical Engine started gaining popularity in the underground music scene with their soul-stirring performances and genre-bending music. In 2017, they caught the attention of a record executive who immediately signed them, marking the beginning of their professional journey.

2. Music Genre: Indie-pop

3. Song Title: “Tales of the Falling Star”

4. Full Song Lyrics:

(Verse 1)
Underneath the cold, glistening night,
With a silver moon, burning so bright.
Wrapped in the mystery of the unspoken,
The tales of the falling star were woven.

(Chorus)
Tales of the falling star, guiding the lost,
In the night sky, at any cost.
Painted with dreams, etched with scar,
Is the journey of the falling star.

(Verse 2)
As the night grew darker, and the cold deeper,
The star whispered secrets to the lonely sleeper.
Through the whispers of the wind, and the rustling leaves,
The silent night bore the tales it weaves.

(Chorus)
Tales of the falling star, lighting up the night,
In the pitch black, a beacon of light.
Unfolding stories, from afar,
Is the trail of the falling star.

(Bridge)
In a world of chaos, under the same night sky,
We all have stories, to tell and to hide.
Losing and finding, no matter who we are,
We are all connected, by the falling star.

(Chorus)
Tales of the falling star, blazing in its descent,
Leaving a mark, a moment spent.
In its fall, we find who we are,
In the tales of the falling star.

5. Chord Progression: Am – F – C – G

1. Backstory:

Untried Market hails from the heart of Austin, Texas, where three childhood friends found a shared love for music at an early age. Over the years, they honed their skills in various garage bands and local music groups but it wasn’t until college they decided to form Untried Market. The name signifies their leap into the uncertain world of music, to venture into the uncharted and untried territory of the music industry.

The band consists of lead vocalist and guitarist, Luke Mendez, bassist, Ryan Sanchez, and drummer, Jacob Torres. Luke, the chief songwriter of the band, draws inspiration from daily life, social issues, and personal experiences. Ryan and Jacob, with their instinctive musical ability, bring the songs to life with their innovative musical arrangements, making Untried Market a unique blend of raw emotion and rhythmic complexity.

2. Music Genre:

Untried Market’s music falls under the genre of Indie Rock with a touch of Folk.

3. Song Title:

“Embers of Yesterday”

4. Full Song Lyrics:

(Verse 1)
In the ashes of a burning tale,
Hidden beneath the starry veil,
We found our hearts beating in sync,
At the edge where dreams begin to sink.

(Chorus)
Embers of yesterday, glowing still,
In the silence, they speak our will,
Reminding us of a love that’s free,
In the embers of yesterday, we find our decree.

(Verse 2)
In the echo of a lost refrain,
We found solace in shared pain,
Underneath the waning moon,
We danced to life’s uncertain tune.

(Chorus)
Embers of yesterday, in your eyes,
In their warmth, I find my sunrise,
Unspoken tales of a love so deep,
In the embers of yesterday, we silently weep.

(Bridge)
In the twilight, we found our song,
In the remnants of right and wrong,
Through the path that time has worn,
In the embers of yesterday, we are reborn.

(Chorus)
Embers of yesterday, in our hearts,
Telling tales of forgotten starts,
A beacon in the tides of change,
In the embers of yesterday, we find our range.

(Outro)
In the embers of yesterday, we find,
A love that’s boundless, undefined,
As we walk this path, hand in hand,
In the embers of yesterday, we make our stand.

5. Chord Progression:

Verse: Am – G – F – C
Chorus: Dm – G – C – F
Bridge: F – G – Am – G
Outro: Dm – G – C – F

1. Backstory:
Authorized Payment was born under the cloudy skies of Seattle in 2015 when a group of five bank employees decided to turn their shared passion for music into something more tangible. After hours, the meticulously quiet offices of their day jobs were traded for the cacophony of a dingy, makeshift garage studio where they could let their creative spirits run free. Their day jobs in the financial sector proved instrumental, not only in naming their band but also in penning lyrics that subtly hint at the struggles and victories in their day-to-day life.

Boasting an eclectic mix of musical backgrounds, the band members found a surprisingly harmonious blend in a fusion of rock and electronica. They quickly gained a loyal local following and their breakout performance at the city’s annual underground music festival in 2018 paved their way to stardom. Today, Authorized Payment is renowned for their electrifying performances, unique lyrical storytelling, and unexpected genre-blending.

2. Music Genre:
Electro-rock

3. Song Title:
“Transaction Pending”

4. Full Song Lyrics:

(Verse 1)
In the heart of the city, under a neon haze,
Working nine to five, lost in the corporate maze,
Dreams of breaking free, buried in paperwork,
In the echo of phone rings, where our melodies lurk.

(Chorus)
Transaction Pending, life suspended,
Chasing the green, where’s the dream we defended?
Oh, the cost of living, constantly spending,
In our hearts, the Transaction’s still Pending.

(Verse 2)
Red eyes from the screen glow, fingers tap a beat,
In the rhythm of keystrokes, our rebellion discreet.
Daylight’s a spreadsheet, nightfall’s our song,
In the echo of guitar strings, we find where we belong.

(Chorus)
Transaction Pending, hearts contending,
Can’t put a price on the dreams we’re befriending.
Against the odds, our hope ascending,
Shattering the ceilings, the Transaction’s still Pending.

(Bridge)
In the balance of debits and credits,
Our lives hang, teetering on the edge.
But the fire within us never quits,
We’ll break these chains, that’s our pledge.

(Chorus)
Transaction Pending, rules we’re bending,
Our dreams, no more pending,
It’s a life worth defending,
With our music, a new world we’re rendering.

(Outro)
So here’s to the dreamers, the misfits, the rebels,
In the world of numbers, we found our trebles.
Transaction Complete, the message we’re sending,
With every heartbeat, the Transaction’s still Pending.

5. Chord progression:
Verse: Am – G – F – G
Chorus: C – G – Am – F
Bridge: Bm – D – A – G
Outro: C – G – Am – F

1. Backstory:

Meek Procedure is a band that emerged from the smoky underground music scene of Seattle, Washington in the late 2000s. The group was formed by four childhood friends – Ethan Jones, Daniel Whittaker, Oliver Smith, and Charlie Thompson – who grew up sharing their deep-seated love for music through jam sessions in their parents’ basements. After years of honing their musical skills and developing a unique sound infused with raw emotion and deep introspection, they decided to form Meek Procedure in 2008. Despite their humble beginnings, their music quickly caught the attention of local music enthusiasts and began influencing the city’s mainstream music scene.

Drawing on influences from grunge classics to indie rock, Meek Procedure’s music captivated audiences with their unique, emotional depth. Their lyrics often speak to the struggles of everyday life, mental health, and personal growth, resonating with a broad range of listeners. Their local success led them to sign with an independent record label in 2012, propelling their music onto a national platform.

2. Music Genre:

Indie Rock/Alternative

3. Song Title:

“Grains of Time”

4. Full Song Lyrics:

Verse 1:
Shadows fall in the empty hall,
In the mirror, faces from the past recall.
Broken dreams, woven in seams,
In the cracks of time, the echo screams.

Chorus:
Grains of time, slip through fingers fine,
Lost in the winds, in the corners of the mind.
Running fast, escaping the past,
Chasing shadows, in the light we cast.

Verse 2:
Painted smiles, walked a thousand miles,
Behind the eyes, a child’s quiet cries.
Silence speaks, where the heartache seeps,
In the pages of life where secrets we keep.

(Bridge)
In the dance of dusk and dawn,
In the battle lost and won,
In the echo of a song we play,
In the fragments of love and pain,
Oh, we find ourselves again.

(Chorus)
Grains of time, slip through fingers fine,
Lost in the winds, in the corners of the mind.
Running fast, escaping the past,
Chasing shadows, in the light we cast.

(Outro)
Grains of time, they intertwine,
In the echo of a heartbeat, in the rhythm divine.
In the silence that we shatter,
In the seconds that matter,
We are but grains of time.

5. Chord Progression:

Verse: Am – Dm – F – C
Chorus: G – Em – Am – C
Bridge: F – G – Em – Am
Outro: Dm – G – C – E

Band Name: Jovial Taxi

1. Backstory:
Jovial Taxi is a five-piece band originating from the lively streets of Melbourne, Australia. The band was formed during a chance meeting in a taxi in 2014, where the members discovered their shared love for music. The cab ride, filled with laughter and lighthearted banter, became the inspiration for their band name. Initially playing gigs at local pubs and music festivals, the band’s unique sound quickly garnered attention, and they were signed to indie record label, Soundwave Records, in 2017.

Jovial Taxi’s journey has been a whirlwind, finding success both locally and internationally. They have spent the last few years touring and sharing their music with the world. However, they never lose sight of their humble beginnings, always infusing their performances with the same spontaneous and joyful energy from their first taxi ride.

2. Music Genre:
Indie Pop

3. Song Title:
“Riding on a Melody”

4. Full Song Lyrics:

(Verse 1)
Underneath the city lights, another night is awakening,
In a taxi, feeling free, chasing dreams, we’re undertaking.
Laughter echoes, stories flow, as the streets keep on rolling,
This is our journey, come with us, into the dawn we’re strolling.

(Chorus)
We’re just riding on a melody, in our jovial taxi,
Through the rhythm of the city, where our dreams are fancy.
With the world as our stage, and the night as our canvas,
In our jovial taxi, let’s find what’s endless.

(Verse 2)
Every corner, every turn, brings us closer to the unseen,
In this taxi, we learn, of love, life and what could have been.
Through the rearview mirror, the past fades, yet it’s not regretting,
As we move forward, we find, it’s a life worth betting.

(Chorus)
We’re just riding on a melody, in our jovial taxi,
Through the voice of the city, where our hearts are busy.
With the stars as our guide, and the moon as our compass,
In our jovial taxi, we find what’s boundless.

(Bridge)
In this jovial ride, we found music, we found life,
In the shared smiles, in the shared strife.
We learn to dance, we learn to fly,
In our jovial taxi, under the wide-open sky.

(Chorus)
We’re just riding on a melody, in our jovial taxi,
Through the harmony of the city, where we’re young and dizzy.
With the universe as our song, and the night as our chorus,
In our jovial taxi, let’s find what’s wondrous.

5. Chord Progression:
Verse: C – Am – F – G
Chorus: Am – F – C – G
Bridge: F – G – C – C

1. The Violent Set originated from a small garage in Croydon, London, in 2005. The leading members, childhood friends Gavin Hughes and Tom Baker, were aspiring musicians who spent their teenage years dreaming of the rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle. After hiring a drummer, bassist, and rhythm guitarist, they began their journey into the underground music scene. Their big break came in the summer of 2007 when their demo track was discovered by a famous record label talent scout.

2. The band’s music genre is a punk-rock with a touch of bluesy undertone.

3. Song Title: “Rattlesnake Rebellion”

4. Lyrics:

[Verse 1]
In the heart of the city, where the steel and glass collide,
We’re born in the shadows, in a world we didn’t decide.
Raised on promises, broken like glass under our feet,
In the cathedrals of concrete, where the wild and the reckless meet.

[Chorus]
We are the Rattlesnake Rebellion,
With venom in our veins, and fire in our souls,
We are the Rattlesnake Rebellion,
Breaking chains, taking control.

[Verse 2]
We’re the children of anarchy, dancing on the edge of the night,
In the neon rain, underneath the broken streetlight.
With fists of fury, and hearts pumping diesel and dust,
In the maelstrom of mayhem, we find who we can trust.

[Chorus]
We are the Rattlesnake Rebellion,
With venom in our veins, and fire in our souls,
We are the Rattlesnake Rebellion,
Breaking chains, taking control.

[Bridge]
In the echoes of the alleyways, in the screaming of the sirens’ song,
We rise, we fall, we stumble, but we keep on holding on.
We’re the kings and queens of chaos, in our kingdom of the damned,
In the heart of the rebellion, where we make our final stand.

[Chorus]
We are the Rattlesnake Rebellion,
With venom in our veins, and fire in our souls,
We are the Rattlesnake Rebellion,
Breaking chains, taking control.

5. Chord Progression: Verse: A minor, G, F, G / Chorus: C, G, Am, F / Bridge: E minor, D, C.

1. Backstory

Decimal Fig was formed in the culturally vibrant city of Seattle in 2015. The four members, Adam (vocals, guitar), Brandy (bass), Caleb (drums), and Diana (synthesizer, backing vocals), were all music majors at the University of Washington. Their shared love for experimentation and a desire to break the conventional boundaries of music brought them together. The band’s name was inspired by their interest in the scientific concept of decimals, symbolizing their aspiration to delve into the minutest details of sound and music, thus creating a unique sound.

2. Music Genre

Decimal Fig’s music genre is a blend of Indie rock and synth-pop. They are well-known for their distinctive, experimental sound that incorporates a myriad of music elements. Their songs often feature intricate guitar lines, groovy bass, punchy drums, and an array of synthesizer sounds, all woven together by Adam’s distinctive, emotive vocals.

3. Song Title

“Fragmented Reality”

4. Full Song Lyrics

Verse 1:
In the parallel universe of fragmented reality,
Where colors bleed in a panorama of twilight’s symphony.
The echo of love, the lingering taste of a memory,
Our hearts intertwined in the rhythm of a silent melody.

Chorus:
Fragmented reality, we’re drifting aimlessly,
Caught in a dance, between dreams and reality.
In the kaleidoscope of time, your shadow’s next to me,
In our fragmented reality, we’re the broken symphony.

Verse 2:
Walking on the shards of dreams, the echo of your laughter,
The rhythm of the rain that paints our fragmented chapter.
In the silence of the night, beneath the cosmic chandelier,
I hear the symphony of our love, whispering so clear.

Bridge:
In the labyrinth of echoes, between whispers and screams,
We’re dancing on the edge, of our fragmented dreams.
Our love is the melody, that’s lost in the machine,
In our fragmented reality, we’re the unseen dream.

Chorus:
Fragmented reality, we’re drifting aimlessly,
Caught in a dance, between dreams and reality.
In the kaleidoscope of time, your shadow’s next to me,
In our fragmented reality, we’re the broken symphony.

Outro:
As the curtain falls, on our fragmented reality,
The symphony of our love, echoes in eternity.
You and I, we’re the notes, in the melody,
In our fragmented reality, we’re the broken symphony.

5. Chord Progression

The song uses a simple yet effective chord progression of Am, G, F, and C throughout the verses and choruses. The bridge transitions into a Dm, Em, and F progression. This chord progression gives the song a melancholic, dreamy feel that aligns perfectly with the lyrical content.

1. Backstory

Quiet Spirit evolved from the small-town dreams of four childhood friends from Manhattan, Kansas, in the early 2000s. Growing up in the heartland, the band’s members – lead vocalist Gavin “Gav” Sturges, guitarist Alec Johnson, drummer Kip Swenson, and bassist Elliot Mitchell – found solace in the vastness of nature and the peace it brought them. This tranquility and spiritual connection to the environment became the driving force behind their music, giving birth to the band name ‘Quiet Spirit’.

After years of practicing in garages, Quiet Spirit made their breakout in 2007 with a unique blend of folk-rock and soft, melodic lyrics that resonated with listeners across the country. Their music, inspired by the spirit of the Midwest, the quiet strength of nature, and their shared experiences growing up, struck a chord with a generation seeking tranquility amidst the chaos of modern life.

2. Music Genre

Quiet Spirit plays a fusion of Indie folk-rock and Ambient music.

3. Song Title

“Whispers in the Wind”

4. Full Song Lyrics

(Verse 1)
In the quiet of the morning, beneath the prairie sky,
We found our hearts’ calling, as the lark began to fly.
The whispers in the wind, tell a story of our youth,
Of dreams woven in wheat fields, woven with threads of truth.

(Chorus)
Whispers in the wind, carry our hopes and fears,
They speak of love and longing, they’ve known all our years.
Through every storm and sunshine, under the moon’s soft light,
The whispers in the wind, guide us through the night.

(Verse 2)
In the silence of the evening, as the stars begin their dance,
We see our dreams reflecting, in their shimmering expanse.
The whispers in the wind, sing a lullaby so sweet,
Of memories and moments, where past and future meet.

(Chorus)
Whispers in the wind, tell tales of joy and pain,
Of courage found in quiet, of love that won’t wane.
Through every rise and fall, under the sun’s bright light,
The whispers in the wind, keep our spirits bright.

(Bridge)
Beneath the vast, open sky, where secrets softly hide,
We find solace in the silence, as the wind becomes our guide.
Through every whisper, through every sigh,
We learn the rhythm of life, under the watchful prairie sky.

(Chorus)
Whispers in the wind, they speak to you and me,
Of the beauty in the mundane, of the strength in simplicity.
Through every dusk and dawn, under the stars’ soft light,
The whispers in the wind, bring our dreams to flight.

(Outro)
So here’s to the whispers, to the tales they spin,
May we forever find peace, in the whispers in the wind.

5. Chord Progression

Verse: C – G – Am – F
Chorus: G – Am – C – G
Bridge: Am – F – C – G
Outro: C – G – Am – F.