Pleasantville Music Festival 2023 with They Might Be Giants, Sophie B. Hawkins, and more

They Might Be Giants, formed by John Flansburgh and John Linnell, emerged from Lincoln, Massachusetts, and became a pivotal alternative band with clever lyrics and eclectic sounds. They gained a strong following with their 1990 album Flood, which included hits like "Birdhouse in Your Soul." The duo embraced diverse musical styles, collaborated with artists like M. Doughty, and created soundtracks and children's albums, earning multiple Grammy accolades. Known for their early internet innovation with Dial-A-Song, they have remained influential in music across decades.

Sophie B. Hawkins, born in NYC, captivated the world with her 1992 hit "Damn, I Wish I Was Your Lover." Known for her genre-blending style, she achieved fame with hits like "As I Lay Me Down." A Grammy-nominee, award-winner, and actress, she played Janis Joplin in a national play. Sophie is a multi-instrumentalist and producer with a deep connection to her fans.

Brooklyn-based SunDub, formed in 2013, fuses reggae's classic pulse with soulful vocals. Known for "Burden of Love," collaborate with Ruff Scott, Larry McDonald, and more.

New England native Pete Francis rose to fame with indie band Dispatch, known for energetic roots rock. Inspired by Paul Simon's "Graceland," he blends African rhythms with folk, working with Grammy winner Scott Jacoby.

The Allman Betts Band, drawing from diverse Americana influences, debuted with "Down to the River" in 2019. Their 2020 album "Bless Your Heart" showcases modern rock infused with telepathic musical intensity, inspired by US landscapes.