One of the biggest thrills of Pickathon is the sense of discovery and finding something great that is also completely new to you. To help with this, each week we will we’re bring you mini playlists curated by the artists from this years lineup. This week JD McPherson tells us who he’s stoked to see between his sets. Check out his little EP, aptly titled JD SO STOKED ABOUT PICKATHON ’15 E.P.-featuring bands like BRONCHO and Heartless Bastards-right here.

And… be sure to keep tabs on the ever evolving Pickathon 2015 playlist. Updated weekly! Highlights this week include a new single from Langhorne Slim’s upcoming summer release, and two new releases including Whitey Morgan & The 78’s Sonic Ranch and Total Babes Heydays.

More than enough goodness to help you soundtrack the long weekend!