Creature of Fear is a story of growth, wrestling demons, and facing fear. For Jess Lambert this story involved crumbling relationships, self-discovery, and facing the realities of mortality with the diagnosis of a brain aneurysm in her twenties. In time, chaos and vulnerability gave way to strength, understanding, and determination in the face of fear and the uncertainty of life. This four song EP is a glimpse into and through the struggle… a reminder of what was, and hope for what can be. Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Jess Lambert’s music often mimics the shifting and moody tones of her natural surroundings. With heartfelt songs full of raw personal emotion and gripping melodies, Jess Lambert creates a sound that may best be described as ardent alternative-folk. Jess stepped on a stage for the first time in October of 2009 at High Dive-Seattle after a booking agent found her music on Myspace. The following year she opened for indie artist Jeremy Messersmith. In April of 2011, after months of struggling with headaches and facial pain, Jess was diagnosed with a cerebral aneurysm. She was forced to set music aside and focus on her health and the treatment of the aneurysm. In February 2012 she returned to music and began performing again. In 2013, Jess began recording her first EP. She decided to undertake the recording process, which would allow her to create at her own pace. After a few scrapped beginnings, the recording process was finished in late 2014. Creature of Fear was independently released on September 25, 2015. Jess Lambert currently performs as a duo, accompanied by Chad Lambert on electric guitar.

Blue Helix is an independent Alternative Rock band based out of Washington State and formed in 2008. Following the hallowed footsteps of the 90’s movement, their music is a perfect blend of melodic rock and powerful heavy grunge, on the cutting edge of modern rock with a uniquely potent blend of the core genre and its many sub-genres. Thriving on the energies and individual personalities of each member, Blue Helix reigns as a tribute both to its members’ lives and to their vision. Winners of the 2015 Puget Sound Battle of the Bands, Blue Helix is Sami Chohfi (Guitar/Vocal), JC (Bass) and Noah Phipps (Drums).

If you’re familiar with the back allies and small venues that are warmed by the best of Seattle's local music, you've no doubt discovered a wealth of talented female singer-songwriters that would make you swear you were in the presence of Norah Jones or Grace Potter. An evening with Willow, however, is far from this. Her performance delivers, on a refreshingly current format, burst after burst of smart and emotional indie-pop flavors. Willow is a small brunette adorned in sundresses and smiles. She looks more like the kind of girl you would hang out with than an artist who's living a life committed to a character invented for the stage. In other words, she looks extraordinarily average. But then she sings... When Willow takes the stage you find yourself doing a double take–stumbling to explain how this overpowering experience of feeling and sound can come from such a small frame. When you describe the experience you'll say that it is anything but "small" and "average." Her performances deliver from a soft, but powerful voice that dances dynamically through an impossibly wide range of character, tone, and emotion. The music calls to mind elements from CocoRosie, Regina Spektor, Johanna Newsom, and Ingrid Michaelson. Willow's voice floats on ballad-like arrangements of piano. Like quick and powerful punches, her lyrics draw your imagination into her world without ever being so literal as to keep you from identifying with the songs in your own unique way. With unexpected turns and vocals that dare you to harmonize, she'll keep your attention to the last song. She is simply remarkable. Willow And The Wolf is well on its way to becoming a force in independent music.

Missoni Lanza sings of love - lost, unrequited, enchanted and cursed. Her music evokes memories of a bygone era entwined with the present. Heavily influenced by jazz, blues, soul and R&B, Missoni brings a breath of fresh air to her music. Her voice cuts through to the soul. With each performance Missoni brings a raw vulnerability that has captivated her audiences. Currently, Missoni is writing for her first full-length record. All her life, Missoni has been deeply immersed in music. She started the piano, writing poetry and lyrics in grade school. At fifteen, Missoni picked up the guitar and started developing her songwriting. When she relocated to Shreveport, LA, she started playing local coffee shops, venues and some of the local festivals. In 2006, Missoni was selected as a featured artist at the 'Chick Singer-Songwriter Showcase' at the Bitter End in New York. She relocated to Southern California in 2011, and began traveling across the United States and to Europe singing jazz. She has always had a deep respect for musicians and the conversation of music. Now that she has found her home in Seattle, Missoni has made the decision to dig into the roots and history of jazz to grow musically as a songwriter, vocalist and artist. Missoni performed at The Ojai Jazz Festival as the opening act for Tom Scott, Brian Nova and Roger Kellaway. She has played The Triple Door in Seattle with jazz artist, Brian Nova, and has performed in Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Dubrovnik, Venice, Montenegro, Sicily, Germany, Cuba and Hawaii. She has opened for artists such as Nicole Atkins, Dylan Leblanc, Erin Bode, Marc Broussard, Angie Mattson (In The Valley Below), Rob Wasserman (the Grateful Dead) and more. Her song, "I'll Always Be A Stranger" was also selected as a semi-finalist in the International Songwriting Competition AND the Unsigned Only Competition. Missoni Lanza will be touring later this year to support her upcoming album.

The Mystic Vines is an American alternative, funk fusion band from the Pacific Northwest. Formed in February 2015. The band gained exposure following the release of their debut studio EP, “Good World”, and the single “Blindsided” (2015), available on iTunes. They are currently touring and writing songs for their upcoming full length studio album. With their upbeat, funky sound and haunting melodies, The Mystic Vines are a crowd favorite, playing at venues throughout Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. They are available to perform at your party, music festival, or corporate event.

Folk meets Hip-Hop meets EDM, We are a duo from Seattle formed in 2009. We play music, make videos, host a podcast and have fun! We are both inspired by electronic music and the sounds that come from an acoustic guitar, vocals, harmonicas, bass drums, snare drums and high hats. We mash all that up and see what comes out. "It is difficult to define the genre that theZim fits into but it really doesn’t matter the passion is there and so are the chops" - Nada Staff February 18th, 2015 (nadamucho.com) "Zim’s often catchy yet meaningful lyrics, combined with bouncy guitar licks and an occasional blast from his harmonica, offer the audience an energetic set. It’s difficult not to share the enthusiasm and excitement he so obviously has while performing. Zim is joined by the drummer with the best posture, Arock, who supplies the steady rhythm and witty banter that makes this duo unique." - Jodi Kaufer (seattleshowgal.com) "Seattle’s dynamic duo...Energetic and just-the-right length tunes keep theZim & Arock’s sets moving at a swift pace and it won’t be long before you find yourself tapping your foot over bobbing your head right along with these boys"- Jodi Kaufer (seattleshowgal.com) "Trying to pull off a great sound, recorded or live, with only two people is no simple task, but these guys do it with ease. The Zim tends to keep the guitar work pretty simple to leave room for his lyrics. The beat sits nicely on top of the sound and rides the wave back and forth from simple to complex. It’s really good stuff." - Billy McManus (seattleshowgal.com) "theZim & Arock have been playing around for years. A fantastic singer/songwriter/composer theZim brings his own style of folk-rock-pop and with his witty between-song banter its entertaining every time" - Caleb Arnold (seattleshowgal.com)

Rock and Roll on steroids ... Face melting body numbing music ... writing rock one song at a time ...

FIRES are a collaboration between four Seattle rockers, Ty Willman, Alan Hunt, Regan Hagar, and Dave Place. They are driven to defy the conventional notion of what a rock band is. Their individual styles, histories and influences have gathered to form a maelstrom of rock fury. Once you are in its path, you are forced to become part of it. Ty Willman is an enigmatic and energetic vocalist who has fronted the Seattle bands Inspector Love & The Ride Me Babies, Green Apple Quick Step, Novatone and Nine50nine as well as collaborating with many other Seattle musicians on various projects over the years. His voice has a unique quality that is at once soft and soothing and a moment later, powerful in a way seldom heard. His versatility has yet to be fully explored. Regan Hagar is a name synonymous with Seattle drumming at it hard hitting best. A founding member of the bands Malfunkshun, Satchel, Brad and Buffaloes, he is credited as one of the founders of the heavy sound that has made Seattle a city of rock. Armed with an ability to bring the softest touch to a beat, with an undercurrent that promises in the next moment, the entire song could explode into the heaviest you've ever heard. The promise delivered again and again in each project he has been involved in. Alan Hunt hails from Charlotte, Michigan. His eventual drift into Seattle was fueled by a wanderlust and a desire to play with whoever, wherever and whenever he could. He randomly met Ty and, after hearing him sing, famously commented " Hey man, you could be a real singer! " The two collaborated in Ty's bands Mass Sugar as well as Nine50nine. He was previously in a band called McDicken, a story that remains, unfinished... Dave Place moved from The Bay Area to Seattle in the summer of 93'. A fan of all things heavy, he recognized that the size of Seattle was far smaller in direct proportion to the amount of kickass rock that was coming out of the city. He knew he had to be there. Upon arrival, he quickly found a band to join and, days later, found himself on stage at MOE opening a sold out Satchel show. The decision to go North would continue to be a wise one.

Mirrorgloss are a genre defying dance rock trio formed in 2012 in Tacoma, Washington, featuring the dual vocal pairing of best friends Najamoniq Todd and Del Brown. Currently, a duo with best friends Najamoniq and Del working with various composers, expect the sound to progress and a body positive, queer friendly dance party to ensue. These ladies are excited to write songs and perform and hope to inspire and connect with humans the world over. Stay tuned for upcoming shows and events by following the band's Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. The decision to have two front women was a no brainer. Najamoniq’s vocal take is more soulful as Del’s is much more edgy and together the two compliment each other and bring a dynamic that is truly inspiring. The look of the band is as refreshing as their sound, sighting influences as eclectic as Death from above 1979, !!!, Holy Ghost, The System, Chic, The Pretenders and Shalamar, they do wear this inspirations whole heartedly on their collective sleeves. Tacoma has yet to experience something so different coming from the city’s already diverse musical landscape. Mirrorgloss’ mix of ballads and energetic dance tunes bring a stage show filled with raw emotion and a few surprises. Though Mirrorgloss are in the process of recording and writing new material to unveil in the coming months, this band is best experienced live!

The music of Home Sweet Home is the gorgeous blend of raw ethereal vocal reflections of love and loss set against a musical backdrop of bayou groove meets classic rock and soul. Home Sweet Home's music rocks your body awake while meeting you in the darkest parts of your soul. Take honest and diverse song writing, mix in vocal powerhouse Erin Murray, layer in Adam Williams’ tasty guitar riffs, and your soul will be shaking with the rest of ours.

StephanDrews Band is a keys-driven indie jazz-folk duo. They specialize in smooth, sultry vocals, emotional keys, and tight harmonies. Their performances fill the room with a thoughtful, romantic vibe. Playing original music, and some select covers from artists like Adele, A Fine Frenzy, Civil Wars, and Sara Bareilles, they are sure to help their audience forget about the worries of the day.

A lanky, queer, flat-picking, operatically trained soprano gone rogue, alt-Americana singer/songwriter Lana McMullen has been described as an artist “who stands above a breadth and depth of artistic substance that is hard to ignore” (mxdwn). Her music's political undertones and overarching themes of distance and loss recall trailblazers such as Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman: actively inviting the listener to explore how values determine one's personal identity and how identity shifts when one's values are challenged. The singer/songwriter's 2015 debut album, Traveling Light, has been praised as a "lyrical and musical masterpiece" and a "go-to for those who find music to be the ultimate space for healing and escape" by the likes of No Depression. She has shared stages with Shelby Earl, Vikesh Kapoor and many others.