The Imposters started out as a cover band (hence the name) in Northern California, always putting their own twist on songs, but quickly transforming into a deeper more expressive band writing songs about personal life and experiences. Their influences range from Fleetwood Mac Tyler Childers to Katie Pruitt and The Civil Wars.

Their roots come from singing and playing in the church and ventured out into playing for the masses. Kristen, the lead singer, has been singing her entire life with her most influential experiences being an African gospel choir she was a part of in college. "I learned how to sing by ear, how to sing with passion, and how to be true to herself." 

Formed in Reno, Nevada, The Jackeyes bring together seasoned musicians with a shared love for the soul of rock & roll. Their setlists span decades, delivering crowd-pleasing covers with their own raw, authentic style. Fronted by passionate vocals and driven by tight rhythm and fiery solos, The Jackeyes have played everything from dive bars to mid-size venues across Northern Nevada. Whether opening for regional acts or headlining local events, they bring relentless energy and a deep respect for the music that moves people. With an emphasis on local connection and powerful live performance, The Jackeyes are here to become a staple of the Reno music scene.

Born and raised on Long Island Rick began playing guitar in the early 70’s at the age of sixteen. After a couple years playing acoustic, he met up with another guitarist and started playing duo gigs at local coffee houses and wine and cheese cafes and playing contemporary folk-rock. His songs consisted of groups like America, Crosby Sills and Nash, Simon and Garfunkel, Creedence Clearwater Revival, John Denver etc.

In 1981, he moved to Nevada and has played in many bands over the years and was the front man of most of those bands, playing both acoustic and electric guitars, and singing both folk rock and classic rock.

About 20 years ago he decided I wanted to dive into country and was introduced to Rick Hays and his band, Rick Hays and American Steel, a local country/country rock band. He has been playing with Rick ever since and has been both rhythm and lead guitarist as well as singing lead and backup vocals over the years. He is now looking to share his playing and singing talents as a soloist playing a combination of my early folk-rock days and more recent country classics.

Monique Jade is a singer-songwriter returning to the Northern Nevada music scene after a long hiatus.  Winning the first ever Forte Award for Best Female Vocalist, she’s fronted several local bands including The Derailment, All About Me and LovePop. Her songwriting consists of strong melodies and catchy hooks with influences ranging from Sheryl Crow to Merle Haggard. 

Miranda Love is a Northern California born and raised mountain dweller with a country soul and a rock & roll spirit. She uses her powerful vocals to breathe new life into classic covers, as well as pens her own original tunes. Her roots and values come through in her original music as well as her cover song choices. Miranda plays numerous live shows every week, and is available for private event hire as well.

Her influences include Bonnie Raitt, Brandi Carlile, Sheryl Crow, Patty Griffin, Miranda Lambert, Stevie Nicks, and Shania Twain. Above all, she worships Celine Dion.

A dynamic acoustic rock duo from Reno.

Born and raised on Long Island Rick began playing guitar in the early 70’s at the age of sixteen. After a couple years playing acoustic, he met up with another guitarist and started playing duo gigs at local coffee houses and wine and cheese cafes and playing contemporary folk-rock. His songs consisted of groups like America, Crosby Sills and Nash, Simon and Garfunkel, Creedence Clearwater Revival, John Denver etc.

In 1981, he moved to Nevada and has played in many bands over the years and was the front man of most of those bands, playing both acoustic and electric guitars, and singing both folk rock and classic rock.

About 20 years ago he decided I wanted to dive into country and was introduced to Rick Hays and his band, Rick Hays and American Steel, a local country/country rock band. He has been playing with Rick ever since and has been both rhythm and lead guitarist as well as singing lead and backup vocals over the years. He is now looking to share his playing and singing talents as a soloist playing a combination of my early folk-rock days and more recent country classics.

Monique Jade is a singer-songwriter returning to the Northern Nevada music scene after a long hiatus.  Winning the first ever Forte Award for Best Female Vocalist, she’s fronted several local bands including The Derailment, All About Me and LovePop. Her songwriting consists of strong melodies and catchy hooks with influences ranging from Sheryl Crow to Merle Haggard. 

Joel Ackerson (vocals/guitar/mandolin) with close friend Kevin Brunet (vocals/bass), noticing a local shortage of 90s music, decided it was time to unapologetically bask in the nostalgia of their favorite musical decade. Their live shows have been known to prompt full-venue sing-alongs and spontaneous dancing. From Alanis Morissette (of course) to STP, Dave Matthews Band to Weezer, Red Hot Chili Peppers to TLC, they’ve got you covered. They love the nineties as much as you do and they want you to come bask with them!

Reed Peterson is an alternative country artist and songwriter from Reno, Nevada. With 4 singles now under his belt, including his most recent release and fan favorite “Think of You”, he has amassed nearly 1M streams in just his first 4 months of releasing music. Follow Reed on social media or his website reedpetersonmusic.com to stay up to date on new music releases, live shows, and more.

Gardnerville NV local girl, Morgan Mackenzie, is a free spirit with a love for life you can feel through her songs and melodies. Keep an eye out for Morgan Mackenzie as she continues her journey as an aspiring country music singer and songwriter.

Justin Eubanks grew up in Colorado, in a house full of guitars and with some family friends who happened to be accomplished songwriters and bluegrass pickers. They left an impression from an early age. After picking up the guitar as a child, he moved on to mandolin, fiddle, & pedal steel and never looked back, writing songs along the way. After spending the last chapter of his life writing and performing around Oregon and the Northwest, he now calls Truckee home.