Artist: Kiely Connell Hometown: Hammond, Indiana Latest Album: My Own Company What's your favorite memory from being on stage? When I got to play The Chicago Theater. I grew up in the region my whole life and things like that feel so far out of reach. The last show I saw at Chicago Theater before…

Artist: Rose Gerber Hometown: Portland, Oregon Latest Album: Untraveled Highway Genre is dead (long live genre!), but how would you describe the genres and styles your music inhabits? I like to describe my music as rock meets country, though I have some '90s alternative and pop influences in there. To mash all those up into…

Alaska is an incredible melting pot for artists. Despite our sparse population, we are filled with wonderful creative types and a bustling music scene. Lots of our music and tradition stems from bluegrass and string music, the roots of which can be seen in so many of our incredible acts. As a band, we seek…

(Editor's Note: Find our Essential Tony Trischka Playlist below.) Banjoist Tony Trischka is a brilliant creator, an entertainer, and educator who makes his own time. He's always on the run, trying new things and yet also always ready to stop and have a friendly chat and a catch up. His musical life includes teaching, performing,…

Artist: JEMS Hometown: Los Angeles, California Latest Album: Back Around Personal nicknames (or rejected band names): Wild Valley Dream Weavers, lots of others! Which artist has influenced you the most – and how? I grew up with Joni Mitchell. For every season of life, her music feels like the soundtrack. I find myself returning to…