BIO: Simone Nicole creates intimate, emotionally rich performances that feel like stepping into a candlelit room — warm, brooding, and quietly powerful. Loosely rooted in folk but unbound by genre, her music blends poetic storytelling, expressive vocals, and subtle shifts in rhythm and mood. A Fort Worth–based artist with a globe-spanning upbringing, Simone’s songs explore love, longing, and the human experience with honesty and depth. She has been recognized as Fort Worth’s Best Musician and Best Female Vocalist, and her latest work continues to draw listeners into a space that’s meant to be felt as much as heard. (www.simonenicole.com)

BIO: 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)