Tacoma collective Kills Across the River makes driving alt-rock anthems that rail against the fake and inauthentic aspects of modern culture. Inspired by acts like The Beatles, Kurt Cobain, Silversun Pickups, Wallice, and Smog, their sound combines a range of musical elements and emotional textures-blending spiraling rhythms, stacked vocal melodies, haunting, narrative lyrics, and grungy, tactile guitar. Kills is led by singer Amber Bighorse and anchored by drummer Doug Mackey, featuring electric guitar from RJ Morgan and rhythm guitar by Bighorse's husband, David Mayo, who also contributes to songwriting and production. With the addition of multi-instrumentalist Will Howard and synth/keys powerhouse Season Snuffer, the collective continues to evolve their distinctive sound.

Gruvland was formed about four years ago by Tommy Shinn and David Scattergood with the addition of Lou Mcsheffrey on bass a bit later. Rooted in alternative 90s rock, there are elements of pop, prog and even a little blues that show up throughout the catalog. Having recorded there first full album at legendary London bridge studio they are eager to get their music out and connect with wider music community which they have been in and out of for 30 years!

Website:

https://gruvland.com/

The music of TWAU stems from the dark and heavy sound of the 70's, nimble progressiveness of 80's Thrash and all echoing around a Pink Floyd coating. The four piece is a Tacoma creation that began in 2019 although In a live sense the band has only begun to be part of the Northwest scene since covid.