Colby Acuff
A fifth-generation Idahoan, Acuff grew up watching his hometown Coeur d’Alene transform before his eyes. One by one, the lumber mills closed down as a blue-collar town turned into a ritzy resort escape for elites from around the country. Acuff’s childhood was full of music — Willie Nelson, Hank Williams, bluegrass — that situated all the changes he witnessed in a long lineage of working-class American struggle, and soundtracked the nostalgia felt by watching a way of life become bygone. By the time Acuff released his 2020 debut Life Of A Rolling Stone, his perspective and concerns as an artist were already fully-formed. He’d make two more albums while living in Idaho, 2021’s If I Were The Devil and 2022’s Honky Tonk Heaven before moving to Nashville to record 2023’s Western White Pines and 2024’s American Son with producer Eddie Spear (Zach Bryan and Brandi Carlile). After the release of American Son, Acuff sat down with his right-hand man, producer Eddie Spear, and they puzzled over a new approach to the next project. They decided to go out and talk to people, take the temperature, see what listeners wanted to hear. The resulting work still boasts the thoughtful reflections on American life that Acuff has made his name on, but refuses to simply stare into the void. Instead, the throughlines of the project became resilience and optimism even in the bleakest times. Having toured with the likes of Luke Combs, Charles Wesley Godwin, 49 Winchester, Midland, Whiskey Myers, Flatland Cavalry, Jon Pardi, Muscadine Bloodline and more, Acuff is embarking on the Handmade Horsepower headline tour in 2026 playing shows all across the country. For more info, please visit colbyacuff.com.
Auslander – Rammstein Tribute
Chasing Supernovas
WEEDEATER
Goalkeeper
When opportunity knocks, Philly natives Goalkeeper are the ones answering the door. Ryan Beebe (Singer/Bassist), MarcJuliano (Guitarist), and Cody Ritchie (Drummer) came together at a critical point to create a storm of melodic hooks and hard-hitting pure pop punk. Finding inspiration in the expanding genre, Goalkeeper wants to prove there’s still new sounds to be heard, and focuses on tight, driving song writing. Their music emphasizes a refined, fervent sound influenced by early pop punk front runners, with lyrics that are fixated on introspective growth. Goalkeeper has supported such bands such as State Champs, The Starting Line, Hit The Lights, Real Friends, Winona Fighter, Driveways, With Confidence and more. Check out their new EP “Pins and Needles” released October 4th, 2024, produced by Nik Bruzzese (The Story So Far/ Man Overboard). Capture This is a pop punk band from Denver Colorado, consisting or Andrew, Alex, Leah, and Zach. Their debut EP “Tangled” released in 2025, as a culmination of a series of singles released throughout the 2 years beforehand. Locally, they grew quickly, landing shows with The Plain White T’s, The Spill Canvas, Knox, and even playing with Wet Leg and Bob Moses at the Mission Ballroom. With a strong community of friends and fans behind them, 2026 is now the year they bring their own brand of nostalgia to the rest of the country, and begin to get the road!
LIE
The Koffin Kats
The Koffin Kats Koffin Kats are a psychobilly trio from Detroit, Michigan. Fusing the swing of classic rockabilly with the hot-wired energy and ghoulish imagery of Misfits, this band proves that high-octane psychobilly is still alive and kicking in the American midwest. Koffin Kats were formed in 2003 by lead singer and upright bassist Vic Victor and guitarist/vocalist Tommy Koffin, who had been part of the Motor City punk scene for some time before trying their hands at the doom-struck twang of their punk-rockabilly fusion. The trio released their first album, simply titled “Koffin Kats”, in 2004, and hit the road in support of the record. Since then, the Koffin Kats have maintained a busy tour schedule, frequently gigging on the West Coast as well as closer to home, and have released 10 full length albums and 2 EP’s, the latest of which was 2024’s “Higher Lows”. https://www.facebook.com/koffinkats/ The Rumours – (rock n roll / punk rock from Waterloo, IA) https://therumours.bandcamp.com/ Carrie Nation & the Speakeasy – (dark-psychedelic-speedfolk band from Wichita, KS) https://carrienationandthespeakeasy.bandcamp.com/
Leila’s Rose
Formed in 2021 at the University of South Dakota, Leila’s Rose is an indie/alternative rock band based out of Omaha, NE. The five-piece group features Easton Ritz (lead vocals), Adam Kays (lead guitar), Kadin Williams (rhythm guitar/backing vocals), Connor Drahota (bass), and Micah Hansen (drums/backing vocals). Known for their dynamic sound and infectious energy, the band has built a reputation for high-energy live shows that leave a lasting impression. The band has performed extensively across the upper Midwest, frequently playing across South Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa. They have built a loyal following with their electrifying stage presence, driving guitar riffs, and shining vocals. From college bars to small arenas, Leila’s Rose consistently delivers unforgettable performances that connect with audiences. In 2024, Leila’s Rose took a major step forward, recording their debut EP “Make It Easy” in Omaha. Released on January 16, 2025, the four-track project showcases their growth as a band. Blending indie rock, alternative pop, and folk elements, “Make It Easy” marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the band. GIVE EM’ A LISTEN HERE
Stateside
Erin Feichtinger for LD8: Fundraiser Concert
Local Omaha bands See Through Dresses and Bad Self Portraits come together for a special fundraiser concert in support of their friend Erin Feichtinger, who is running for Nebraska Legislature in District 8. Join us for a night of great local music, community, and support for a grassroots campaign focused on showing up for our neighbors. Bad Self Portraits – Bad Self Portraits is an indie rock band from Omaha, Nebraska, known for emotionally charged songwriting, bold vulnerability, and magnetic live performances. Formed in 2017, the band features Ingrid Howell (vocals, bass), Cole Kempcke (guitar), Connor Paintin (guitar, keys), and Jesse White (drums, vocals). Their debut LP I Think I’m Going to Hell marks a breakthrough moment in their journey. For Bad Self Portraits, this release is a reclamation. I Think I’m Going to Hell is an unflinching exploration of grief, mental health, religious anxiety, and family trauma – the aftermath of chaos, rendered in sharp detail. See Through Dresses – See Through Dresses released their debut self-titled LP in November of 2013. Principal songwriters Mathew Carroll and Sara Bertuldo, along with drummer Nate Van Fleet and bassist Alex Kirts, have crafted a catalogue of songs indebted to classic post-punk and new wave artists of the 80s, while their sonic footprint more closely resembles the textural treatments of 90s dream-pop and shoegaze. Since that debut, the band has released both an EP, End of Days, and a second LP, Horse of the Other World, further refining their sound while expanding its emotional and dynamic range. The arrangements often build as though to erupt, only to implode—moments where Bertuldo and Carroll sound noxious and distant, their voices doused in reverb, guitars droning and pulsing. See Through Dresses have toured extensively around the world, sharing the stage with artists such as Cursive, Sebadoh, Deep Sea Diver, Cymbals Eat Guitars, and more.
