Built To Spill and Deerhoof

Boise-based indie rockers Built to Spill, led by Doug Martsch, blend postmodern pop with Neil Young-esque jamming. Known for intricate guitar play and dynamic live shows, key albums include "Perfect from Now On" and "Keep It Like a Secret". They achieved artistic success with Warner Bros, maintaining a vibrant career across decades.

Deerhoof, formed in 1994, hails from San Francisco and is renowned for blending vibrant melodies with noise and an experimental style. Known for albums like "The Runners Four" and "La Isla Bonita," they incorporate influences from classic rock to Tropicalia. The band has collaborated with artists like Wilco's Jeff Tweedy and brought their music to venues like the Large Hadron Collider. Deerhoof has maintained a unique blend of creativity and social justice, garnering acclaim throughout their prolific career.