KT Tunstall with Future Islands, Hamish Hawk, and more

Grammy®-nominated Scottish musician KT Tunstall gained fame with her 2004 debut, Eye to the Telescope, featuring hits like "Black Horse and the Cherry Tree." Known for blending introspective folk with electrified rock, Tunstall released an album trilogy after moving to California in 2015, including KIN and WAX. Despite losing hearing in one ear, she found solace in music.

Future Islands, formed in 2006 in Baltimore, creates sleek synth-pop with Samuel T. Herring's dynamic vocals. Known for "Seasons," they rose to fame after a 2014 Letterman performance. They've released several albums, including Singles (2014), The Far Field (2017), and As Long as You Are (2020). Collaborations include Blondie's Debbie Harry and producer Madlib. They often tour and innovate, maintaining a loyal fan base.

Edinburgh's Hamish Hawk is known for literate, heartfelt songs blending wit and beauty, akin to Jarvis Cocker and Scott Walker. "Heavy Elevator" showcased his filmic style and rich baritone.