Promoters

Jake Woodard and Dylan Harley are the co-founders of Welcome to the Family, an independent concert booking and promotion organization operating out of Charlotte, NC, and Greenville, SC. Since launching Welcome to the Family Fest in 2019, they have expanded their efforts to year-round concert booking with a focus on supporting underground music. Their events feature a wide variety of genres, including hardcore, metal, punk, alternative, and emo, reflecting their commitment to delivering diverse, high-energy experiences for music fans.
 

With strong connections throughout the Carolinas and across the southeastern U.S., Jake and Dylan are known for their ability to coordinate tours, book regional events, and assist with routing for touring bands. Their goal is to foster a thriving community by bringing DIY shows, underground festivals, and national acts to both Charlotte and Upstate South Carolina. Whether working with local talent or well-established touring bands, they are dedicated to growing and sustaining the underground music scene. More information can be found on their website here. 

Hemlock Booking is a concert promotion organization based in Asheville, North Carolina, known for curating and hosting hardcore and heavy music shows. They play a key role in supporting the local underground scene by organizing events at popular venues around Asheville, such as the Sly Grog Lounge. Hemlock Booking specializes in hardcore music but also supports a range of alternative and metal acts, helping bring both regional and national bands to local audiences. Their approach aligns with the DIY ethos, focusing on fostering a community-oriented environment where underground music can thrive. Hemlock Booking has contributed to the resurgence of Asheville’s heavy music scene by providing a consistent platform for bands and fans to connect through intense live performances. Their work supports not just individual shows but the growth of a network within the broader hardcore community in the Carolinas.

Blind Path Booking is an independent concert promotion and booking organization operating primarily in North Carolina and the Southeast. The company focuses on curating shows and tours that showcase alternative, emo, hardcore, and punk genres. With a diverse roster of artists, including bands like Godseyes, Lowheaven, and Ghost Chant, Blind Path Booking is committed to helping both local talent and touring acts thrive in the regional music scene.
 

Blind Path emphasizes building connections within the NC music community and beyond, providing a platform for underground artists while assisting with tour routing and show bookings. Whether hosting local events or managing broader tours, the company ensures high-quality experiences for both artists and audiences. For fans of underground music, Blind Path Booking offers a gateway to exciting new artists and unforgettable live performances.

More details about their roster and upcoming shows can be found on their website: Blind Path Booking

Primarily operating in Charlotte, NC. Push Button Booking is the primary promoter that books events at the Rabbit Hole music venue. They bring everything from hardcore and metal to post-hardcore and rock hands. Find more information on their Instagram here.