Simone Nicole is an award-winning singer-songwriter whose sound blends cinematic storytelling with folk, pop, rock, and Americana influences. Named Fort Worth's Best Musician in 2021 and recognized as Best Female Vocalist and Best Pop Act in the 2023 Fort Worth Weekly Music Awards, Simone is known for her powerhouse vocals and emotionally resonant songwriting. Drawing inspiration from singer-songwriters, '90s country, and pop/rock music, she crafts songs that explore love, loss, longing, and the search for belonging with honesty and depth. Her immersive performances and unmistakable voice invite listeners into richly layered emotional world that feel both deeply personal and universally relatable.

Lauren Frihauf is a rising neo-folk artist whose sound blends indie singer-songwriter intimacy with folk and neo-soul influences. Featured in NPR Music’s 2022 Tiny Desk Top Shelf and a standout on Season 19 of The Voice (Teams Gwen and Legend), Lauren is known for her expressive vocals and emotionally resonant songwriting. Drawing inspiration from artists like Nai Palm and Joni Mitchell, her open-tuned guitar work and fluid melodies create performances that feel both grounded and exploratory. Raised on a rural farm yet carrying a distinctly urban sensibility, Lauren’s music invites listeners into a reflective, soulful space. (www.laurenfrihaufmusic.com)