Bright Young Things

Bright Young Things  are an indie rock/pop group from the Twin Cities with a vintage edge, fusing jangly guitars, nostalgic hooks and classic rhythms into a sound that’s both fresh and familiar. are an indie rock/pop group from the Twin Cities with a vintage edge, Known for bringing a distinct, fun and interactive energy to their live shows, Bright Young Things are quickly carving out their place in the Twin Cities music scene—inviting crowds to have fun and be a part of it all. anni xo (they/them) a young queer musician hailing from Minnesota who discovered solace and self-expression through music. Drawing inspiration from the likes of boygenius, Annie Dirusso, and Dora Jar, anni's music is a captivating fusion of alternative songwriting and pop stylings that intricately weave together themes of love, loss, and the trials of youth in a post-modern world. Having already enchanted audiences the 2024 sold-out Rochester Thaw Music Festival, 2024 Midwest Music Fest, the Star Tribune’s Music & Movies at Lake Harriet Bandshell, and at a sold out headline show at the iconic 7th Street Entry, toured nationally during 2025, anni xo is ready to keep making waves with their recently released debut album, "SOMETHING PROFOUND."  Of The Orchard  "Hiding beneath the unconscious dancing at a brewery block party emerges the fresh-out-the-box, revamped iteration of Minnesota Pop Rock Band; Of The Orchard. After a 2-year hiatus from releasing new music, following the departure of their lead guitarist, they’re back; ripe for the picking and ready to throw down. The release of their new EP, 'Sota Pop Rock,' exhibits OTO's knack for infectiously catchy melodies and charming lyrics, while adding a new fervor from the revamped lineup. You'll be whisked away to a picturesque summer day, as their midwestern roots are personified with a soundtrack emblematic of the 3 warm months you wait all year for."