Damn Tall BuildingsThe Carter Family for the millennial generation The Boston GlobeDamn Tall Buildings is a celebrated folk-bluegrass band known for their soulful melodies and intricate instrumentals. Based in Brooklyn, this seasoned trioMax Capistran, Sasha Dubyk, and Avery Ballottahas spent over a decade honing their craft through dedicated touring and recording. With a distinctive sound that weaves heartfelt lyrics into masterful fiddle, guitar, and bass arrangements, they embody a unique blend of Americana roots and contemporary finesse. From intimate local venues to larger global stages, their magnetic performances resonate deeply, leaving a lasting mark on audiences around the world. Cole Quest and the City PickersRooted in tradition yet driven by a restless New York energy, Cole Quest and The City Pickers are carrying bluegrass forward with wit, warmth, and originality. Led by dobro player, songwriter, and vocalist Cole Quest grandson of folk icon Woody Guthrie the band has carved out a singular place in todays roots music landscape.Formed by friends with a shared love of bluegrass, Quest first pulled the Pickers together in 2017 to record their debut self-titled project at the legendary Magic Shop studio. They went on to release their acclaimed EP Self [En]Titled on Omnivore Records in 2021. Over the years, theyve won the Podunk Bluegrass Festival band competition, toured Germany multiple times, and shared stages with artists like Billy Strings, Sierra Hull, and Tony Trischka.