Icon For Hire is an independent rock band powered by vocalist Ariel Bloomer and guitaristShawn Jump, combining high voltage riffs with vulnerable, confrontational lyrics. Rooted in Warped Tour nostalgia yet unafraid to evolve, the band explores themes of mental health, identity, and resilience with a raw honesty that has earned them a loyal global following. Through a thriving Patreon community, custom merch drops, and immersive fan experiences like Camp Icon, Icon For Hire has built a direct-to-fan ecosystem that keeps their audience at the center of everything they do. As fully independent artists, they continue to push boundaries, both creatively and in how they connect with fans. With their upcoming album, the band enters a new chapter, pairing raw vulnerability with anthemic hooks and a message of resilience that continues to evolve their sound. In 2026, Icon For Hire will tour North America to celebrate the 15th anniversary of their debut album, Scripted. Ariel and Shawn can’t wait to share this moment with fans, reliving Scripted together, front to back, for the first time in over a decade, along with a few surprises.
The easiest way to explain ELIJAH’s music is his Spotify bio: “art from the pain”. ” With each earworm hook, rage-inducing breakdown, and perfectly placed lyric, it’s understandable why so many fans have already claimed ELIJAH as their favorite artist. Whether it’s moshing to EASYTODROWN or reminiscing to GUILTY, his most recent single, there’s a song for every rock lover in the young artist’s set. And with the release of SKIN on March 7th, a new chapter of ELIJAH’s career begins. One that’s louder, more sincere, more vulnerable, and with much more to prove.
Lauren Babic is a singer, songwriter, and vocal coach, mostly known in the heavy rock and metal genres. She’s currently in the studio working on her debut full-length album. Now with over 200 song releases, which have garnered hundreds of millions of streams and views, she is an avid collaborator with multiple musical projects.
