Brother Ali with Ant and Special Guest Dee-1
BROTHER ALI is a highly respected Hip Hop artist, speaker, and community leader from Minneapolis, MN. His two-decade resume includes eight critically-acclaimed albums, mentorships with iconic Hip Hop legends Chuck D and Rakim, and performances on late night shows with Jimmy Fallon and Conan O’Brien. His provocative and uplifting brand of Hip Hop has earned him coveted press features like Rolling Stone’s 40th anniversary edition and Source Magazine’s “Hip Hop Quotables”, while his outspoken social justice message has landed him on government watch lists. He’s also lectured at universities from Princeton to Stanford and delivered the keynote address at the Nobel Peace Prize Forum. When he’s not rocking the mic at Coachella or being arrested for civil disobedience in support of marginalized communities, BROTHER ALI travels the world learning and teaching Islamic Spirituality under some of today’s most renowned teachers. In addition to leading worship services and classes, he co-founded The Gemali Project, an organization that helps Muslim converts and spiritual seekers access the beauty of the Islamic tradition. BROTHER ALI recently launched The Travelers Podcast from his new home in Istanbul, exploring life’s journey with cultural, spiritual, and thought leaders from across the globe.
Sorry Mom
Sorry Mom is a new york based queer punk band! They like to hang out and play music and shoot hoops. They’ve shared the court with the likes of ajj and two members of The Front Bottoms. Their new single “But I’m a Quarterback” is out now on Hopeless Records.
Niko Moon
Chart-topping country artist NIKO MOON is all about making people feel-good with his positive vibes and tunes. His first single “Good Time” went #1 on country radio and his other hits continue to climb the charts as he releases more music. His upcoming album, Better Days, is set to release January 19th nationwide. Beyond being a solo act, Moon, a SESAC country songwriter of the year, has written eight #1 songs and over 40 major record label cuts for artists such as Morgan Wallen, Avicii, Dierks Bentley, Pitbull, Zac Brown Band, Rascal Flatts and more. He is also the founder of the “Happy Cowboy Foundation”, a 501c3 nonprofit. http://nikomoon.com
Rittz
A crown is earned, not given, and with two Gold Certified singles, twelve albums, and countless tours around the nation, RITTZ has claimed his right to “put a crown on it”. Traversing the ever-changing landscape of independent hip hop, RITTZ’s career boasts a legacy that includes a spot amongst Tech N9ne’s Strange Music alumni. The endeavor produced four Billboard-charting albums and a touring regiment that he carries to this day.
Bug Heaven with Ghostlike
Daniel C. & The Hometown Heroes
An Iowa native Singer-Songwriter Daniel C. Lydon brings his own style and sound to the Midwest music scene. With a thunderous raspy voice and lyrics that tell a story, his songs can be considered part of every genre from classic country to folk, to soul and Southern Rock. He currently Plays throughout the heartland area with his band Daniel C. & The Hometown Heroes comprised of native Red Oak members and lifelong friends. Their debut self-titled album earned them credit in the Omaha Music community as one of top country bands in the area. Their live shows can be described as a whiskey fueled, Hell of a time.
40oz to Freedom – Sublime Tribute Band
‘40oz to Freedom’ is an accomplished and highly energetic Sublime tribute band and winner of the 2010 San Diego Music Award for Best Tribute Artist. 40oz has toured the entire US, Canada, and Mexico for more than 16 years, amassing a loyal and enthusiastic following. They are authentically the closest thing to Sublime, since Sublime. 40oz was founded in SoCal in 2007 and is currently based in Denver, CO.
JACK
This event is 21+ with support from Velvet Velvet and Trauma Illinois
Escuela Grind
with for your health and Wisdom & War Through punishingly short, and dynamic songs, ESCUELA GRIND delivers politically charged lyrics inspired by modern anxieties, unrest, and the roots of Hardcore Punk, Grindcore, and Power Violence. While members Katerina Economou, Jesse Fuentes (Kill the Client, Creator|Destroyer), Jason Balthazar Eldridge (Hearse), and Kris Morash (Your Brain on Drugs) span from different parts of the United States; the band has been based in Upstate New York and Western Massachusetts since its first shows in 2016.
Narcotic Self
with guests NEO SOUL, Beast Eagle, and Molten Narcotic Self is a heavy metal staple of Midwest Music. Influences ranging from such bands as Slipknot, Lamb of God, PanterA, and Slayer to hard rock bands like Alice in Chains, Nirvana, NIN, Faith No More and many others. Narcotic has opened for a long list of high profile bands Such as Rob Zombie, Lamb of God, Exodus, Light the Torch, Havok, and many others. The band has also won multiple contests, and has been featured/endorsed by such companies like Dean Guitars, Peavey Amps, Joey Sturgis Tones, Toontrack and Smoking Ace Cases. Now with a renewed and refreshed sound, NS is releasing new music.