Chasing Chance
In January 2019, two Omaha-based bands crumbled. In the vacuum that followed, two members of those fallen bands, John Faist (drums) and Parker Cundall (vocals/energy), reached out to Drake Rader (left guitar) with a goal: create a 5-piece band that simultaneously could be played on radio stations around the world and would not compromise the quality of music each of the members wanted. Their collective vision was one of thousands of fans screaming their lyrics back at them. Thus, Chasing Chance was born. Each of the members wanted so badly for this to be a reality that they patiently wrote music for the entire year while waiting for the right band members to join their cause. As they built up enough material for their first EP, they found time and again that potential band members did not share their commitment – did not share their energy – did not share their vision on what their music should be. After trying out several guitarists, frustration began to set in and they considered a number of paths forward to include biting the bullet and keeping Drake alone on guitar. Enter Robert Klingsporn (right guitar). Having just left a musical project into which he had poured 4 years of his life, he was hesitant to begin anew with band mates that he did not trust. He decided to try out on a whim and reached out to John, with whom he had played shows in previous musical ventures. After seeing the material Chasing Chance had written and after seeing the (frankly) alarming amount of commitment they had, he decided that this was a project worth investing in, and joined on as the second guitarist. The band still lacked a dedicated bassist, though, and despite the band championing to all their musician friends, they found it difficult to find one with both skill and commitment. Enter Pat Austin: Pat is a seasoned musician who was out astray looking for the right fit for such an awesome talent. Pat was introduced to the band when he saw Chasing Chance play their first show. Pat was a later addition, added to the line up after Chasing Chance’s first public outing. CC had a fill in bassist (good friend to the band, Gabriel Prado), but was still looking for someone to fill the position permanently. Pat reached out the band, auditioned, became the best member of the band…the rest is history. Characterized by a sonic hurricane of powerful, pop-punk influenced guitar and drums, Chasing Chance’s music is tempered by catchy vocal melodies that leave listeners humming the songs for days afterwards. One thing is for sure: their music burns with an unerring and infectious passion that will leave you begging for more. Chasing Chance is a band about energy; the band members thrive on feeling music — on thundering drums, chanting vocals, and bass so heavy it shakes your chest. Live shows should be a perfect and elegant performance, not a rote presentation of what you hear on the radio. What better place to experience that with us than at a gig?
Tommy Castro & The Painkillers
Multiple award-winning guitarist, vocalist, and bandleader Tommy Castro is a California-based blues and rock powerhouse. For over four decades, he’s captivated audiences with his soul-drenched vocals, searing guitar work, and high-energy live shows. As frontman of the telepathically tight and wildly raucous Tommy Castro & The Painkillers, he’s released 17 albums that span a wide stylistic range—from horn-driven R&B and hot-blooded soul to gritty, stripped-down rock and electric blues. With his latest and eighth Alligator Records release, Closer To The Bone, Castro returns to his roots, delivering what he calls “a real blues record, the way they would have made them back in the day.” Produced by guitar master Christoffer “Kid” Andersen at San Jose’s Greaseland Studio, the album is Castro’s rawest and most direct blues effort to date. The album features standout originals like Ain’t Worth The Heartache, Can’t Catch A Break, and Crazy Woman Blues, alongside deep-cut covers of songs by Castro’s friends and influences—Johnny Nitro, Magic Slim, Ron Thompson, Chris Cain, and more. Guest appearances include Rick Estrin, Billy Branch, Deanna Bogart, Chris Cain, Jim Pugh, and gospel harmonies from The Sons Of The Soul Revivers. Born in San Jose in 1955, Castro picked up the guitar at age 10 and was inspired by icons like Elvin Bishop, Taj Mahal, and Mike Bloomfield. He absorbed everything from Ike & Tina Turner to John Lee Hooker and Buddy Guy, developing a uniquely uplifting and soulful style rooted in blues, R&B, and funk. After early stints with Bay Area bands including NiteCry and The Dynatones, Castro formed the first Tommy Castro Band in 1992. Castro’s career took off when his band became the house band on NBC’s Comedy Showcase, airing after Saturday Night Live. He soon built a reputation as a must-see live act, touring relentlessly and releasing acclaimed albums with Blind Pig, Telarc, 33rd Street, and eventually Alligator Records, where his 2009 debut Hard Believer marked a new chapter of critical and commercial success. Notable releases include The Devil You Know (2014), Stompin’ Ground (2017), Killin’ It – Live (2019), and A Bluesman Came To Town (2021), which AllMusic hailed as “a towering achievement.” Castro is one of the most decorated artists in contemporary blues, winning 10 Blues Music Awards, including four B.B. King Entertainer of the Year honors—the genre’s highest accolade. His no-frills, 150-shows-a-year approach has earned him a fiercely loyal fanbase and praise from legends like Joe Bonamassa, who says, “Tommy has always been top of the heap among blues guitar players. He always puts on a great show.” With Closer To The Bone, Tommy Castro strips it all back to deliver an album brimming with grit, fire, and authenticity. “This is the deeper blues side of me,” says Castro. “With these songs, I am at my most authentic.”
Snooze
Snooze: happy heavy mathy band from Chicago Spotify | Instagram | Facebook
Barns Courtney Unplugged Solo Sessions
Barns Courtney has lived through more industry upheaval than most artists survive — A&Rs disappearing, catalogs sold off, years stuck in dead-end contracts — yet he’s still standing. Signed at 19, reduced to sofa-surfing and odd jobs, he clawed his way back when Bradley Cooper hand-picked his voice for Burnt, just as his DIY single Glitter & Gold — recorded in an abandoned care home with filing cabinets for drums — quietly went platinum in the US. Since then, multiple Top 10 alt-radio hits and a reputation for chaotic, unmissable live shows have made him one of rock’s best-kept secrets. Now, a decade on and finally free on indie label Avenue A, Courtney isn’t making a comeback — he’s proving the music always connects, even when the machine fails.
Scattered Hamlet
Scattered Hamlet is a hard rock/southern metal band known for their “Honky Tonk Metal” sound, blending heavy riffs with outlaw country and biker rock, originating around 2010 with vocalist Adam Joad. They’re known for relentless touring, high-energy shows, and media placements on CMT, CBS, and in Nitro Circus, with albums like Skeleton Dixie and Swamp Rebel Machine gaining traction. The band fosters a strong community with fans called “Hell Riders” and connects with them through authentic social media. https://www.scatteredhamlet.com/ Molten: heavy / groove / thrash metal from Omaha https://www.instagram.com/molten_official_/ Fallen Reign: prog / power metal from Omaha https://www.instagram.com/fallenreign The Hooligan Gentlemen: 4-piece hard rock band from Omaha https://www.instagram.com/thehooligangentlemen/ The Dead Man’s Band: Omaha based hard rock band https://www.instagram.com/thedeadmansbandsinsta/
GlizzyFest
DAY 1 (FRIDAY) LINEUP: VIRGIN MARY, PISTOL GRIP, PETTY BIEGE, BURN THE WITCH HUNTERS, FALSE POSITIVE, FEVEREST, FLORA NOVA, JUSTIN PICKETT, JOY RAGER, KEVIN MCCLURE, KID CORDUROY, RANDALL GRUBER, TJUNIOR, ASHFROMTHEPAST HOSTED BY OTIS JULIUS with SURREAL THE MC (ON THE 1’S & 2’S) DAY 2 (SATURDAY) LINEUP: OTIS JULIUS w/ DJ STRAWSTONE, FOREST, JAY INFLUENTIAL, BIGG RAY WEST, BOBO THUH BREADBOY, DREAD & STRANGE, HYBRID PROMOTIONS, ZARATTI, LUCKS, DUSTIN WARBEAR & ACE WILD, AYCE, CRISIS CHILD, HEART BREAK KING, THUGGY YUXK, BOYD, JAMIE TRILLER, JXHNNY BLISS, KING SERP, KAZPYR, KRMZN ENGMA, LORETTA LIT, URIAH G FRIENDS, CODY CROOKZ, 4WORN N4TION, UPSET, AUSTIN BELIEVE, VIRTUE-US HOSTED BY OTIS JULIUS with SURREAL THE MC (ON THE 1’S & 2’S) and a FREE AFTER PARTY w/ OCEAN AVENUE DAY 3 (SUNDAY) LINEUP: FEARSAID, SMOKEBREAK, EVIL SHADOWS, TILL HELL, XENO ZEUS, IZZY DUNFORE, JAY LIVELY, MUMBLES, OGI KIDD, P-TRO, ATM, ALIEN NATION REVIVAL, ILLANOISE, 3BLADE HOSTED BY OTIS JULIUS with SURREAL THE MC (ON THE 1’S & 2’S)
Danny Worsnop & Tyler Rich
VIP MEET & GREET PACKAGES INCLUDE: ● One General Admission Concert Ticket ● Meet and Greet with Danny Worsnop & Tyler Rich ● Private Pre-Show Acoustic Performance from Danny Worsnop & Tyler Rich ● Exclusive Autographed Poster Bundle (One Danny Poster, One Tyler Poster, One Poster with both Danny & Tyler) ● Commemorative VIP Laminate ● Early Entry into the Venue ● Crowd Free Pre-Show Merchandise Shopping VIP MERCH PACKAGES INCLUDE: ● One General Admission Concert Ticket ● Exclusive Autographed Poster Bundle (One Danny Poster, One Tyler Poster, One Poster with both Danny & Tyler) ● Commemorative VIP Laminate ● Priority Entry into the Venue ABOUT TYLER RICH: Northern California-raised, Nashville-rooted Tyler Rich, found his love for music at an early age during family gatherings. Growing up, he would spend countless hours, watching his uncle and friends sing everything from Garth Brooks, John Denver, to Creedence Clearwater. Fast forward to graduating college with a degree in Economics, Tyler moved to LA to pursue a different game of numbers – music – exploring various genres with songwriting and bands before taking the leap as a solo artist. Tyler’s music embodies the feelings all people have in common – the need for acceptance, devotion and a place to call their own – and that empathetic spirit extends to animals too. With Rich Rescues, Tyler visits local shelters while out on the road to raise awareness for pet adoption to fans in those cities. ABOUT DANNY WORSNOP: Danny Worsnop is a genre-defying singer, songwriter, and performer whose artistry has consistently pushed beyond expectations. Born in Yorkshire, England and now based in Nashville, Tennessee, Worsnop has carved out a solo career that fuses the grit of blues, the storytelling of country, and the soul of timeless rock. His voice — powerful, raw, and unmistakably emotive — carries songs that reflect a life lived at full volume, balancing moments of vulnerability with unapologetic swagger While many first discovered him as the voice of Asking Alexandria, Worsnop’s identity as a solo artist has proven just as compelling. He thrives on reinvention, crafting music that resonates across genres and audiences. As he continues to expand his creative universe, Danny Worsnop stands as an artist who refuses to be defined by a single lane — a performer with the rare ability to move seamlessly between worlds while remaining entirely his own.
Quazy
Violenteer
JACK
