It’s no surprise Kent's the Speedbumps have been recognized by a number of terrific musicians and bands, including the Black Keys, and have had the opportunity to perform with big-time artists such as Matt Nathanson. Led by singer Eric Urycki, the band evokes the acoustic style of John Mayer and incorporates an array of unlikely string instruments and percussion. The band’s most recent (and second) album, The Moon is Down, retains the same energetic style as their first album, Apple Tree, blending the eccentric strum of guitar and ukulele with the sophisticated sounds of cello and drums. (Allison Barwacz)