Local Up and Coming Artists

Mimi Parent and Mia Griff

In Seattle, the music scene is extremely active. Many new local artists are developing and forming. With this in mind, The Seattle Prep Panther has determined the best new local bands!

Hey Marseilles
Spotify Followers: 80,966 monthly listeners
Genre: Pop
Background: Hey Marseilles is an indie pop band that was formed in 2006 in Seattle. It is led by vocalist Nick Ward and guitarist Matt Bishop. The duo both attended the University of Washington.
Most Popular Song: Elegy

My Goodness
Spotify Followers: 10,534 monthly listeners
Genre: Rock
Background: My Goodness is a rock duo based in Seattle. Their music is a fusion of blues and garage rock, and their band consists of members Joel Schneider on guitar and vocals and Andy Lum on drums.
Most Popular Song: Islands

Beat Connection
Spotify Followers: 71,719 monthly listeners
Genre: Alternative/Indie
Background: Beat connection is an alternative music group consisting of members Reed Jeunger, Tom Eddy, Jarred Katz, and Jordan Koplowitz. They recently released 3 albums, and are playing in Seattle’s Upstream Music Fest during May 11th-13th!
Most Popular Song: So Good