Dexter and The Moonrocks didn’t set out to change rock music - but that’s exactly what they’re doing. A fry cook, an oil field operator, a concrete surface decorator, and a kids’ baseball coach came together in West Texas, blending the country and western of their childhoods with the grunge they fell in love with as teenagers. That fusion became Western Space Grunge—a genre of their own making that turned them from a grassroots phenomenon into a force to be reckoned with.

They first broke through in 2021 with "Couch," a melancholy slow-burn that resonated deeply with fans and set the foundation for what was to come. That early momentum caught the attention of Severance Records, an imprint of Big Loud Rock, looking to make a statement with its first signing. Together, they released "Western Space Grunge" in July 2024, solidifying the band’s identity and introducing their most defining songs yet. The breakout single "Sad in Carolina" took them from small-town bars to seven weeks at No. 1 on U.S. Alternative radio, proving their DIY grit and fearless sound could go head-to-head with the biggest names in rock.

Now, with “Ritalin”—a stadium-ready anthem already climbing the charts—the record captures a band fully coming into their own. From viral covers to festival stages, they’re proving they’re not just next up: they’re inevitable.

Cigarettes @ Sunset are carving out a new sound of their own, proudly calling it Possum Rock — a raw and soulful blend of Americana, Indie, Appalachian Folk, and Rock. Appalachian raised and hailing from Boone, North Carolina, the five-piece band channels the rugged beauty and resilience of their mountain roots into every performance. Frontman Garrett Dellinger (rhythm guitar, lead vocals), alongside Wells Whitman (bass, backing vocals), Ethan Moore (drums), Sarah Vann (violin, vocals), and Ryland Bagbey (lead guitar), craft a sound that feels both familiar and entirely new, weaving fiddle runs, gritty guitar tones, and heartfelt lyricism into something that defies genre lines.

Their hometown of Boone was deeply impacted by Hurricane Helene in 2024, a moment that reshaped the band’s perspective and underscored their commitment to making music that connects and endures. With Possum Rock, Cigarettes @ Sunset carry the spirit of Appalachia forward while pushing boundaries of what modern roots-driven rock can be. Whether on stage or on record, the band delivers an unfiltered sound built for sweaty venues, open fields, and anyone searching for something real.

High June doesn’t quite know what they are, and honestly, they’re fine with that. What they do know is that their sound is alternative, boundless, and unapologetically theirs. Drawing inspiration from a chaotic mix of genres, High June delivers a unique sonic experience backed by high-energy performances and a complete disregard for sticking to the rules.

Formed in 2021, the band didn’t lock in their final lineup until 2023 at East Carolina University, essentially becoming five unpredictable college students united by a love for music and a shared goal of avoiding “real jobs” at all costs.

Their debut single, “Crazy ‘Bout You,” dropped in July 2023. Since then, they’ve released ten more tracks—none of which sound alike, yet all unmistakably sound like High June. Each release is a new experiment, a new risk, and a step toward something bigger. The band is constantly chasing better songs, tighter performances, and any opportunity that helps them grow (and keep dodging that 9-to-5 life).

Now riding the wave of their latest single, “Last Cigarette,” a gritty sex driven song that’s quickly gaining traction, High June captures their raw emotion and passion in a way that feels both intimate and explosive. It’s messy, it’s real, and it’s only the beginning.