saturday 6/7 lineup
The Aquabats
Since their formation in 1994 in Orange County, The Aquabats have been punk rock's superheroes, dedicated to injecting harmless fun into a music scene that often took itself too seriously. With their iconic Paul Frank-designed “power belts,” rash guards, black eye masks, and “anti-negativity” helmets, The Aquabats quickly gained a fiercely loyal following spanning multiple generations.
Their discography includes standout albums like The Return of the Aquabats (1996), The Fury of the Aquabats! (1997), and The Aquabats vs. The Floating Eye of Death (1999). In 2012, they debuted The Aquabats! Super Show!, a live-action musical action comedy series on the Hub Network. The show received multiple Daytime EMMY nominations and one win, showcasing the band's versatility beyond music.
As The Aquabats celebrated their 30th anniversary in 2024, they released the fan-funded album FINALLY! on June 21, alongside a nationwide tour, a fan gathering, and exclusive merchandise.
The current lineup includes Christian Jacobs as “The MC Bat Commander” (lead singer), Chad Larson as “Crash McLarson” (bass, vocals), Ian Fowles as “Eaglebones Falconhawk” (guitar), Richard Falomir as “Ricky Fitness” (drums), and James Briggs as "Jimmy the Robot” (keyboards, woodwinds, vocals). Get ready to join The Aquabats as they celebrate three decades of bringing joy, entertainment, and superhero flair to punk rock!
STRETSCH ARMSTRONNG (REUNION!)
These ska pioneers sparked a full-blown music revolution that ignited Utah’s thriving music scene in the early ‘90s. Drawing crowds of 2,000+, dominating X96 airwaves, and inspiring an entire generation of bands to dream bigger—Stretsch Armstronng’s influence didn’t just stay local — it put Provo on the map, drawing bands like No Doubt, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, and yes... even The Aquabats to Utah just to be part of the magic. Alongside fellow legends Swim Herschel Swim, they laid the foundation for the thriving Utah music scene we know today.
Now, 30 years later, The Aquabats & Stretsch Armstronng will reunite for a show that will go down in Fork Fest history.
sego
Describing their music as "Art-punk by non-punk, non-artists", this Utah raised, LA based band is very likely your favorite band's favorite band! Over the last several years they have played nearly every major festival in the country, and have been the darlings of nearly every indie music publication! They have a rare gift of being technical yet accessible... They can ignite the party, yet their lyrics are deep, and full of relevant social commentary! This is a band (and impeccable brand) that you should dive head first into their impressive catalog of music, art and music videos!
fictionist
Very few local bands have earned the title of "Legendary" more than Fictionist! They've been releasing music for over 15 years, were a finalist to be the first unsigned band on the cover of Rolling Stone, eventually signed to Atlantic Records, were the "Utah Band of the Year" in 2015, and toured the country with the likes of Imagine Dragons, Neon Trees, and Vampire Weekend! Now after a 4 year hiatus from shows to focus on side projects and a brand new Fictionist album, they will be bringing their progressive indie-rock back to the Fork Fest stage!
lantern by sea
Mixing together a blend of heartening and melancholy riffs with a concoction of orchestral-inspired percussion and anthemic vocals and melodies, Lantern By Sea aims to bring grand odysseys to the rock stage.
robert loud
Locals will know him better as Robbie Connolly, aka legendary guitarist for the Utah band Fictionist, and also a long time touring member of international mega-band The Killers! In the Fall of 2024 Robert Loud opened six stadium shows for The Killers, and will be releasing his debut album "Bitter Optimist" in March of 2025! With his busy tour schedule we are grateful that stars aligned for him to play our humble festival this year!
seaslak
Seaslak is a six-member folk-rock band from Salt Lake City. They’ve quickly become known for their unique blend of energetic rock ballads and heartfelt love songs, highlighted by their signature four-part vocal harmonies.
the king will come
the King will come is a Billboard-charting collective of Kingdom-minded artists, songwriters, and creatives united by a shared passion for spreading hope, love, and unity. With a focus on building bridges, The King Will Come pioneers music, content,
drusky
Drusky (like drunk husky) is an indie emo band based in Utah.
Mia Hicken, proud daughter of the Heber Valley, joined forces with Scott Knutson (drummer) and Dallin Haslam (bassist) in 2019 to “band-ify” her solo work. The group quickly became much more than just a “project” and transformed into a beautifully cohesive band. Their debut EP Hush Hush Secret Stuff introduced their brand of bubblegrunge, splattering Hicken’s king-sized vocals and candid storytelling on a canvas of bright, blistering garage rock a la Dinosaur Jr. or The Bends-era Radiohead. Now with local stalwarts Casey Ball (guitar), Eli Pratt (bass) and Stacie Fleischer (drums), their live performances are filled from start to finish with raw emotion, obvious musical chemistry, a burning passion for their craft.
rally
Formed in 2019, the Indie Rock Quartet known as RALLY evokes an immersive sound with its debut album "Songs From A Hotel Room" and has reached a wider audience through streaming and touring the West Coast. RALLY is the sound of summer!
19 miles per hour
19 Miles Per Hour is an energetic pop/rock band. The band was founded by brothers Danny and Michael Lacopucci. The band is known for their catchy, driven rock songs about their experiences with mental health and their desire to bring people together.
kaytlin numbers
Exhibiting both tenderness and grit, the crooning vocals of budding singer-songwriter Kaytlin Numbers will wrap you in swaddling clothes and lay you in a manger. Her artistry has been proven by the CDC to deter any and all future variants of the COVID-19 virus. She writes from a place of brutal honesty, singing heartfelt emotions with a both fierce and fragile vocal delivery.
local kin
Local Kin's sound has been described as music that "makes you want to run through a field. not in a fairytale, frolicking kind of way, but in a roll up your jeans and jump in all of the mud puddles kind of way.
ferrin
Ferrin super-animorphed from a folk duo to a 5 piece alt rock band in August 2023. They emerged from their chrysalis just in time to take wing and win the 2023 Velour Battle of the Bands. Mostly made up of music-student back-of-the-bus types.
avintaquin
Siblings Hyrum, Grace, and Liam Peatross make up the band Avintaquin, a name borrowed from the location of their great-grandfather's ranch in rural Utah. They are joined on stage by their cousin Sara Grant on drums and friend Adam Warnick on bass.
wilbere
Wilbere is a rock and roll band from Salt Lake City, Utah. The band is made up of Davis McBride, Max Moon, Parker Rappleye, and Ethan Powell. They have released two EPs, won the Winter 2024 Velour Battle of The Bands, and are now recording new music.Wilbere is a rock and roll band from Salt Lake City, Utah. The band is made up of Davis McBride, Max Moon, Parker Rappleye, and Ethan Powell. They have released two EPs, won the Winter 2024 Velour Battle of The Bands, and are now recording new music.
hasha
HASHA is a band started by brother and sister Rob and Marie Hopoate. Over the last 5 years, HASHA has played venues throughout Utah and Salt Lake county and has found a unique sound that represents the varied backgrounds of its members.
botanical animal
Botanical Animal is an indie pop band from Lehi, UT. The band has been building a grassroots fanbase after the release of their debut LP BOTAN in 2024 thanks to their energetic performances and crowd-winning message.
jake pedersen
The soulful depth, confessional storytelling and cinematic guitar landscapes of Jake Pedersen’s music offers a captivating blend of folk rock, blues, and alternative sounds. Based in Orem UT, Jake is a passionate songwriter, producer and guitarist.
caysn
CAYSN is a dynamic pop-rock group with a sound that effortlessly blends infectious melodies, raw energy, and memorable lyrics.
swerved by blondes
Swerved by Blondes is a five-piece punk band hitting like a roaring sports car—dynamic and impossible to ignore. With explosive live energy and commanding stage presence, they deliver raw intensity and introspective lyrics anyone can relate to.
emjay hink
I’m EmJay Hink, a cottagecore singer! My music is like a cup of tea with honey. I just released an album I wrote called “Wizard of Flaws”. I’m a quirky and sassy performer, and a big advocate for self compassion.
the last wild buffalo
The Last Wild Buffalo is a stomp-and-holler folk band based in Utah. Formed in 2022, the group found itself in Alaska, where they discovered and shaped their unique sound—a blend of folk, bluegrass, rock, and a hint of punk.
the penny candies
We're that whimsical, 21st-century-indie-folk-pop-band-with-a-New-Orlean's-flair-currently-held-captive-in-the-deserts-of-Utah that you never knew you needed! We take ourselves very seriously.
ryan call
Ryan Call's atmospheric chamber pop explores themes of nostalgia, queer identity, and religion. His sound is influenced by a wide range of artists such as Perfume Genius, Fleet Foxes, Radiohead, and Ethel Cain.
saemore
SAEMORE is a beautiful combination of your favorite sounds from folk, country and alternative genres. Taking inspiration from artists such as Lord Huron, Mazzy Star, Noah Cyrus and more, Saemore creates a sweet, lonesome westerner ambience.
lo-fi riot
A GRAMMY-nominated educator, producer, author, executive, and saxophonist, Caleb Chapman is regarded as a visionary and leading voice in modern music education.His bands of musicians ages 12-18 are regarded as some of the finest in the world. Utah Governor Gary Herbert presented Caleb with the prestigious 2013 "Governor's Performing Artist Award," given to one artist annually for significant contributions to art in Utah. His bands have received dozens of awards, including a combined 85 prestigious DownBeat Awards, 32 Best of State Medals in the categories of arts and education, and three highly coveted Best of State Statue (BOSS) Awards from Utah (the only business in any industry to achieve this honor).
Friday 6/6 lineup (Firelight kickoff)
LITTLE MOON
Following the release of her 2020 debut LP Unphased, Little Moon, the project (and childhood nickname) of Utah singer-songwriter Emma Hardyman, set out to write a romantic album about her newlywed husband, Nathan. The universe had other plans. After Nathan’s mother tragically passed away—a loss made more difficult by the fact that he had just informed her of his plans to exit the Mormon church—Hardyman recalibrated her vision and started work on a love-as-grief, grief-as-love forthcoming album titled Dear Divine (out with Joyful Noise Recordings). Written after her own complicated departure from the Mormon Church, Dear Divine is Little Moon’s wide-eyed, intensely personal embrace of a whole new world. It is a vast, dense sonic tapestry of soaring multi-octave vocals over rich, future-baroque arrangements, mimicking the grandiosity and delicate ebbs and flows of nature, and the radical love and self-care that Hardyman seeks wherever she goes.
MINDY GLEDHILL
American singer/songwriter Mindy Gledhill crafts folk-inspired pop which carried her from an early-2000s faith-leaning debut and into the indie sphere with a playful yet longing style similar to Katie Herzig, Ingrid Michaelson, and Sara Bareilles. In addition to recording 2010s albums such as Anchor and Rabbit Hole, she is a frequent collaborator with electronic producer Kaskade, appearing on his Grammy-nominated 2011 album Fire & Ice.
Book on Tape worm
Book on Tape Worm is one of Provo, Utah’s best kept secrets. Their brand of indie folk combines cinematic arrangements with lyrical narratives to soundtrack both the familiar and the fantastical. Balancing the intimacy of sadness and the grandeur of hope, their music explores sounds and stories that paint dark clouds but hint at silver linings.
paul jacobsen
& the madison arm
"Folk-rock? Alt-country? Not sure what you’d label it, exactly; I just call it some of the best songwriting in these parts, delivered by masterfully skilled players." - Dan Nailen, Salt Lake City Weekly
ysabelle + Garon Brett
Although we are beyond excited for this Fork Fest exclusive collaboration between these two friends, we still want to remind you of these artist's lofty individual accomplishments!
Ysabelle Cuevas is our own local supergirl! A mild mannered Utah nurse by day, while her musical alter-ego ysabelle is literally an international pop-star in the Philippines (and online) where she often tours and has been signed to both Warner Music and Republic Records! We are happy that she is finally revealing her superhuman musical talents to the Utah music scene!
Garon grew up in a Branson Missouri entertainment family which helps explain his skills as a natural performer! If there were LEGO Masters for songs, Garon Brett would be that! This singer-songwriter creates music and live shows using the building blocks of pop, funk, R&B, and folk!Aside from his solo career he is also the co-founder, musical director, and composer for "The King Will Come". An intercultural, interdenominational worship collective! (Also playing Fork Fest on 6/7)