According to the metal bible Kerrang, Until I Wake "play the kind of slamming, scene-entrenched metalcore that has excited kids in torn jeans for generations". Until I Wake combine metal core, hard rock and even nu-metal influences blending anthemic choruses with aggressive growls using real-life trials, tribulations, and triumphs as their lyrical backdrop.

Darkness has a way of pulling us in and Dark Divine has mastered the art of capturing that essence. Hailing from Orlando, FL this Hard Rock act shows us a side of darkness that brings a sentiment of anguish mixed with a sincere notion of understanding. Conceptual ideology aside, the band brings hard hitting instrumentation and a vocal power that stands to cement the act as a fresh mainstay of the hard rock and metal genres for years to come.

Catch Your Breath is a fresh, burgeoning Hard Rock band based out of Austin, Texas. Their music injects a unique mix of synth soundscaping elements, imaginative production, and refined songwriting for an intense amount of emotion.

Beautiful Deception is a newer but welcome addition to the Bay Area Metal Scene, their music features the melodic vocals and harmonies of the 2 founding sisters contrasted with heavy guitars and shredding solos. This will be their debut performance at the DNA Lounge.