French-Cuban twin sisters Lisa-Kainde and Naomi Diaz have been drawing in headlines from NPR, The FADER, and The Washington Post. “Ibeyi” translates to “twins” in Yoruban, which is fitting since the duo started out their career playing the music of their father’s Yoruban culture. In their debut, self-titled album, the duo’s soft voices contrast expertly with beats […]

Finding handmade signs, art, and installations at each stage is one of the unique things about Pickathon. Every corner of the Lucky Barn is covered in antique art from the Pendarvis family. Sherry Pendarvis even hand-painted the sheet paper that acts as a backdrop for the stage. Only at the Lucky Barn will you find […]

Experimental artist Deacon is known for creating exciting spaces during his shows where he invites audiences to participate. Everyone can’t help but dance during his performances. Recently, Deacon has been leading masterclasses in England to teach students how to compose music. And before educating people on music, Deacon finished a tour with Miley Cyrus and […]

Kids are an important part of Pickathon because we are firm believers in including the whole family at a music festival. This is why kids 12 and under get in for free! Throughout Pickathon, you’ll see kids busking along the trails, drawing portraits of musicians, and babies wearing music earmuffs. We also have a kids […]

Protomartyr frontman Joe Casey had lost his father from a heart attack and his mother from Alzheimer’s yet he still decided to start a band with no musical background with his friends the University of Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy. The band has produced three post punk albums in three years. Casey’s foggy vocals […]