VenuePilot

Ashley Young (Website / Spotify / Bandcamp)

Just below the Arctic Circle, a songwriter with fiery, lush vocal texture warms her Ancestral land— Alaska. With her refreshing honesty and infectious laughter, Ashley Young invites you in like a friend. Ashley has supported Hiatus Kaiyote, Portugal. The Man, Crumb, Durand Jones & the Indications, Black Belt Eagle Scout and toured with Medium Build. Her act continues to captivate, bringing attention to Alaska’s vibrant music scene.

Heart Machine (solo) (IG / YouTube) 

Heart Machine is an Indie Americana act from Fairbanks, AK.  A deep dive into the sacred and profane, their sound has been described as “Northern Gothic”, with a gravitas and humor that ranges from spoken confessional to howled exorcism. Spring of 2025 Heart Machine will dropping their first LP “Rites” wherever you stream your music, as well as on compact disc, for the dads.  

Natt Meek has long made an impact on our community through her support behind-the-scenes for local festivals like @nwfolklife @timberfest and @dayindayoutfest. After a lifetime of quietly making music in the shadows, she is now stepping into her voice, exemplifying the power of community and creativity.