Baltimore's own Deaf Scene is quickly becoming recognized as a standout band on a regional and national level, bringing a powerful blend of Post-Rock, Grunge, Progressive Metal, and Jazz-Fusion to their songs and live shows. This ever-evolving instrumental power-trio has consciously embraced walking a musical road-less-traveled since their inception in 2010. Along the way they have cultivated a dedicated following with their sonically-expansive live performances and their solid studio work. Straddling a gray area between the progressive cacophonies of Tool, ethereal soundscapes of Explosions in the Sky, and the sludgy twinge of Primus, Deaf Scene has forged a sound that is uniquely their own. Dave Fullerton’s effects-laden guitar melodies cascade over thick layers of looped sounds, while Eric Courtney’s intricate bass runs and Brett Schatz’s precise whirlwind of drumming give structure and groove to the chaos. What they're able to accomplish on stage, as a three-piece band with no vocals, often surprises listeners who have never seen Deaf Scene in concert. The band works together beautifully through seamless sets of original songs, intersected by ambient samples and drones, generating “a sound that you would never imagine could come from three dudes” (89.7 WTMD).

Heartside is a five piece progressive indie rock band based in Easton, MD. Drawing influence from emo, alt, and post-rock genres, they have been compared to bands such as Manchester Orchestra, Brand New, and HRVRD.

Having only been together since late-2015, Heartside has already established a dedicated local fanbase that consistently travels to support the band’s regional shows. At the same time, they’ve cultivated strong followings in the Washington DC, Northern Delaware, and Philadelphia areas. The band's rapid growth can be attributed to their passionate live performances and emotionally honest songwriting that are both sure to continue.