“Famous Friend is the sun-bleached, indie surf solo project of ASCAP award-winning artist and producer Zachariah Carlson. Born out of the fame-soaked dreamscape of West Los Angeles, Famous Friend began as an alter-ego, a playful mirror of the city’s obsession with image. His music blends washed-out indie surf guitars with sparkling dream pop production and post-punk drums, balancing joy and heartbreak in equal measure.
The result is nostalgic and cinematic: beach day euphoria melts into late night reflections about relationships past and present. Songs like “Tanlines” and “Nora” have earned millions of streams and support from KCRW tastemakers and helped secure a spot as a recent member of the prestigious Taco Bell Feed the Beat class of 2025. Amidst all the noise, Famous Friend continues to turn California melancholy into shimmering, golden-hour anthems for dreamers and outsiders.
P.S. The multi-instrumentalist is also a frequent writer, producer, collaborator with some of Los Angeles’s premiere indie and alternative acts like Winnetka Bowling League, Casket Cassette, and Floats as well as composer for shows like the Emmy-Nominated “Alexa & Katie.”
The Citie
The Citie is the project of Grammy Nominated brothers Adrian and Jona Cohen, whose Mexican and Argentinian heritage infuses their music with rich cultural depth. Carving their ownspace in the Latin Indie / Alternative scene, The Citie crafts their distinctive sound in their home recording studio, ‘Estudio Citie’ an intimate creative space that reflects their artistic roots. Known for their exceptional live performances, The Citie has achieved major milestones, sharing stages with renowned bands. Highlights include direct support El Mato a un Policia Motorizado in their Mexico tour‘25,Division Minuscula during their US‘23tour, Ramona, on their Mexico’23and‘24tours. Their electrifying stage presence and deep connection with their audience have fostered a loyal and fast growing fan base.With recent releases propelling them into the spotlight, The Citie has gained recognition on both national and international stages.Their relentless passion for music and commitment to elevating the indie scene continues to drive their journey forward by creating a stage for the up and comers with their own series of curated shows called”The Citie Presents.”They have booked local bands from Los Angeles all the way to Latin America such as: Faery babyy, Lucys, Ramona, Andru, Isla de Caras, etc. As they push boundaries and captivate hearts, The Citie is sure to leave an undeniable mark on music lovers worldwide.
