Ryan Traster, We Are The Willows, Pink Nightmare

Hudson Valley songwriter Ryan Traster is a veteran of the American indie and roots scenes, with a catalog defined by nearly 20 sync placements and a two-decade trail of critically acclaimed releases. His 2026 EP, Lifers, produced by Kevin Bowe, signals a powerful shift back to his Americana and Country foundations. Moving away from his recent lo-fi explorations, Lifers showcases a "Heartland" sound that pairs big, universal hooks with a voice that sits in the baritone pocket of Jakob Dylan and Tom Petty. Featuring his band The Lowlights, the record is the result of years of refinement following a period of health recovery and a series of demos cut for BMG.

We Are The Willows is the art pop project of Minneapolis based singer songwriter producer Peter M. His unique countertenor voice is often supported by Jeremiah Satterthwaite (guitar), Travis Collins (bass voice), Hilary James (cello voice), and Josh McKay (drums). Whether as a band or a solo artist, we are the willows crafts dynamic songs with a contemplative air. The songs cover a lot of conceptual ground: from family history to modern social life and personal identity.

Pink Nightmare - Noisy dream pop