94.5 THE BUZZ is looking for a band to play BuzzFest! We need a local band to open and Bring On BuzzFest on May 24th at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion! We are looking for a band that can hold their own with Chevelle, Marilyn Manson, and Blue October. One of these bands is going to BRING ON BUZZFEST! Check out the bands below and vote for your favorite HERE!
307 Departure
307 Departure was founded in 2019 by Wyoming born brothers Kellen and Grayson Moore. With the addition of Josh Russell in 2021, 307 Departure's lineup was completed. Since then, the band has released their debut E.P "KnowWhereLand", as well as their new single, "Momento Mori" for their studio album. This album has been a cooperative project with Will Turpin of the iconic band Collective Soul, and owner of Real 2 Reel Studios. 307 has become notorious amongst the Houston rock scene, with not only energetic, fast paced concerts, but also creative melodies, catchy hooks, and challenging vocal harmony. As long time listeners and Buzzfest fans, to Bring on Buzzfest would change our lives! 307 Departure / Montgomery, TX / 77356
Against All Theory
We are Against All Theory from houston texas 77373. We just want to make a name for our selves in the houston music scene. We want to have fun play on stage and meet new people and make new fans.
Amburn
Original hard rock band from Texas City 77591. With our current member, Topher (guitar/vocals), Craig (guitar), Royce (bass), and Ricardo (drums), we've been jamming together for about a year and a half. Focusing on perfecting the original songs we have, we finally had an opportunity to perform at Scout Bar for the first time on 3/23/2025. Due to our performance, we have been given the opportunity to open for 12 Stones at Scout Bar 7/25/2025. As an up and coming band, and being serious about music, we see opening at Buzzfest to be a great opportunity for a young band to get their name out to the masses and build a great fan base stemming from home.
Blackbird Rain
We are Blackbird Rain from Santa Fe, Tx 77511 been around 3 years. No strings attached just straight up in your face rock and we want the chance to step it up. Check us out and give us a call!
Bridge the Divide
Bridge the Divide is a hard rock/alt metal band hailing from Houston, TX (77539). The band originally formed in 2019 with guitarist/drummer Blane Hartley and vocalist Dylan Guedry. After lots of growing pains and ups and downs that come with a young band finding their footing in the competitive and fast-paced music industry, the band has found their voice and is ready to take on the challenge of performing alongside Houston's best. The current lineup consists of Guedry (lead vocals) and Hartley (drums/backing vocals), as well as guitarists Lance Stephens and Alex Gelmis and bassist Brandon Williams.
We should be picked for Buzzfest because our sound and performances are unique and captivating for audiences.
CHAW
Born in Houston, Texas 77089 in 2019 CHAW is a group explosion of downtuned metal, hip-hop and funk that has been throwing down for over 5 years....We should be picked because we are unique and entertaining and precise, which you will see in the video of Knowledge is Power. Combining funk hip hop and metal. Thank you!!
Davey Demon & The Hellrazours
Davey Demon & The Hellrazours formed in 2001,members are Davey,Angie,Devin. we play high energy neigothichorrorpop music for the masses. I have our radio hit "Flowers&Candy from our last session,We look forward to opening buzzfest 2025
Sincerley, Davey Demon
Dawson Drake Music
With one powerhouse voice, a pair of sticks, and sixteen strings, five good ole boys from Liberty, TX put the country back in country music. Dawson Drake made his debut in August of 2021 and have been filling dance floors, packing cook offs & private events every Friday & Saturday night since. Their unique ability to bring high energy to feel good drinking songs, heart break sing alongs, and even your favorite classics are just one of the reasons their red dirt sound has gained such a rapid following in such a short time. Like that one friend you invite out to ensure a good time is had, Dawson Drake always bring the party everywhere he goes.
Deep In The Heart
Deep In The Heart is a modern pop punk/emo band with country influences w/ breakdownsü§† we're from Houston,TX 77036. Formly known as "Caravel" we've been a band since 2020. We should be picked because we're trying to put TEXAS on the map and represent this great state with our music. We give electrifying performances with passion and energy. It'll be our dream to open up for the greats like Chevelle, Marilyn Manson, Blue October, P.O.D. and more! We've seen so many concerts at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion and dreamed to be on that stage!
Envy Room
Our name is Envy Room, a 4-piece band that has grown and thrived all over Houston for nearly two years now, and slowly expanding to surrounding cities. We’ve been dedicated to our music, playing shows consistently for a little over a year. We believe we deserve a chance because we create music that resonates. This is our passion—it’s what drives us every day. We work hard to prove that even your average hometown heroes can reach a wider audience. We’re not rock stars, but we’re passionate individuals eager to share our talent with as many people as we can!
Figure Below
We are Figure Below! Hailing from Houston, we blend heavy metal, pop rock, and classic rock into a powerful, technically driven sound. Our live shows are packed with energy, catchy riffs, and original songs designed to keep audiences hooked from start to finish.
In a short time, we've made waves in the local scene through nonstop gigs, songwriting, and community-building‚ playing a key role in Houston's emerging "deadrock" movement.
Hindsight
Hindsight brings the perfect mix of raw energy, polished sound, and crowd-hyping charisma that Buzzfest thrives on. Formed in Sugarland, TX Hindsight is not just another opening act ‚ We are ready to set the tone for the entire festival. Our sound hits hard, our fans show up loud, and we know how to light a fire on that stage. Buzzfest deserves a band that can ignite the crowd from the first note, and Hindsight is that band. Stylistically, Hindsight's music combines 90's alternative rock with modern heavy metal and metalcore.
Kenton Place
International touring "Local" Rock band Kenton Place is truly bizarre! With under 5,000 followers this Houston born & bread power group has performed at over half the House of Blues around the nation, journeyed into Canada spreading the sound of H-town rock, & even recorded with TRIPLE PLATINUM - Grammy nominated Producers! Having made it into the top 10 of bring on buzzfest for several years, we are determined to show that we have what it takes to BRING ON BUZZFEST 2025!!! Zip Code- 77441 Length of Band - 8 Years From: Katy (Houston), Texas
Kerosene Shores
4 piece band from Houston, TX! we've been playing live for the past 8 years, we have been featured on Hometown for the Holidays, and we played the Hometown For the Holidays in December of 2023! Playing with such amazing buzz bands at Buzzfest has always been a dream of ours and would love to be included! Our singer Eric has also tattooed bands at past Buzzfests with his company Demon Ink, so it would be cool as well to be able to get back in there for that!
Khathodik
We are a female fronted theatrical, hard rock/alt. metal band with a touch of burlesque. Based our of Spring, TX (77386), we've been playing together for over two years blending he raw emotion inspired by tool and NIN with intensity inspired by The Cure and Blue October. We should be chosen because we offer more than music. Our live shows are immersive experiences. We have shared the stage with national acts Cold, Orgy, Scottie Austin (formerly of Saving Abel), Flyleaf and brought powerful, original sets to Scout Bar, Wildcatter Saloon, Acadia, Numbers and Terrorfest. Buzzfest is a natural fit for us, uspecially the lineup of this particular Buzzfest.
KIDD SIX
Houston 2 Time Best Cover Band Winners & Best Vocalist Winner at the SLM Awards and Houston Chronicle's Best Local Band Nominee. We are a premier high octane rock band based out of Houston, TX. We have been together for 8 years and we play nationwide at leading entertainment venues including the Plaza Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas NV, Lucky Eagle Casino in Eagle Pass TX, the Whisky A Go-Go in Hollywood CA, the Hard Rock Cafe in Pittsburgh PA, as well as several festivals, rallies and venues across the nation!
Kissing Judas
Originally formed in 2018. Based in North Houston/Magnolia area 77355. Recently released album featuring special guests Stephen Pearcy of Ratt and Rudy Sarzo of Quiet Riot, Ozyy etc on one song and Billy Sheehan of David Lee Roth and Mr Big on 2 songs. Opened for Ace Frehley, Stephen Pearcy, White Lion, Kingdom Come etc. Put on a great show, win over every crowd, people sing along with nearly every song from the first time we play it. To be honest, Houston has been oversaturated with tribute bands and we could use a boost as a great original band to gain a wider audience.
Kobra Strike
Kobra Strike is from Houston TX 77388, we have been together for about 2 years. We have attended Buzz Fest almost every year and we've always dreamed of performing there. We have sacrificed so much and given our all for this band. If given this opportunity, it would be the break through to something great for us.
LFM
Hello, we are LFM! We are a hardcore punk band from Pearland, 77581. We've been performing together for over a year, we've performed at bars and venues all over Houston. From White Swan Live to Embassy Outpost, we feel we are ready to take the next step up! We released our debut album in December and feel that we always give one thousand percent into giving our fans the best performance they've ever seen. We sincerely hope you choose us to open up Buzzfest as we feel it could be the first baby step towards our big break. Thank you so much for your consideration and everything The Buzz family has done for the city of Houston!
Lucid Illusions
Lucid Illusions is an upcoming three-piece blues/punk rock band from Houston, TX that was formed in 2017 in Cypress, TX (77070). They have a raw rock sound and their stage show is an energetic, crowd-engaging performance. The band has played with national acts such as Papa Roach, Seether, and Bush for BuzzFest 2022, and other bands such as Warrant, Everclear, Saliva, Trapt, and more across the United States. In '22, '23, and '24 they were named Best Local Band by the Houston Chronicle. In December of 2022, the band released their second studio album, "Something New". Their singles ‚ Move Along, I Don't Belong Anymore‚ received radio play on Houston‚ on 94.5 The Buzz.
Lunara
Lunara, an Alternative/Hard Rock band from Houston, TX (77065), emerged from the local music scene in May 2023. Forged from a diverse musical background including metal, rock, nu-metal, alternative, and classical, comes a unique audio experience that appeals to any fan of music. Their chemistry shines through when they perform, captivating the crowd and winning them over in every live performance. Lunara's single "Calling Me" was selected for 94.5 The Buzz's Hometown For The Holidays 2023.
Mohegan
From Pasadena, TX, 77505. Been together for 2 years.
Noisegate
Noisegate is a Deadrock band from Houston (Bellaire 77401), together for just over a year and a half. We've played top local venues like BFE Rock Club, House of Blues, and Warehouse Live Midtown. After releasing our debut EP *Band of Skulls*, we've continued to grow, building a sound inspired by legends like Black Sabbath, Alice in Chains, and Audioslave—blended with a modern edge that’s sparked a strong and growing community. We are looking to play Buzzfest not just for the experience, but to represent Houston and put Deadrock on the map.
Nothing, Who Cares?
Htown locals, 77023, Nothing, Who Cares? formed in early 2023 and hit the ground running opening for bands like The Dead Kennedys, Helmet, CKY, The Cromags, Sparta, and more. We won best local band of 2024 via Houston Press. We are preparing to release our first full length album and have began hitting regional shows. We are a mix of grunge, punk, and metal. It is a dream to perform at the almighty Buzzfest with our brand of high energy and emotion. We work very hard and fully intend on pursuing this project as a career and lifestyle. All of our music revolves around the struggles of mental health and surviving the climate of modern society. Please pick us!
Rainchild
Rainchild (77386) has been with the current lineup for 11 years and is a hard-hitting progressive grunge band from Houston, Texas, blending modern elements with influences like Stone Temple Pilots, Candlebox, and Blue October. Their debut single and video, Watershed, dropped in 2014, followed by The Sound (2015) and an acoustic EP Thorns (2016). Their full-length album Nebula was released in January 2020. Rainchild has earned multiple 94.5 The Buzz Texas Buzz Awards, including Rock Band of the Year and two Vocalist of the Year honors for frontman Dustin. They have shared the stage with national acts such as Blue Oyster Cult, Saliva, Plain White T‚ Drowning Pool, Filter, Puddle of Mudd, and more.
Raycheal Winters
Raycheal here! I am the lead singer of our Houston-based band. We have been playing together for five years, blending rock, electronic pop, jazz, and R&B. We are known for our genre-bending sound and powerhouse vocals. I grew up in 77450, and our members are based in 77009 & 77385. Some of my favorite memories are jamming to 94.5 The Buzz in the car with my mom, who always had you on. I have been to so many Buzzfests seeing bands like Puddle of Mudd, The Dirty Heads, and P.O.D. and those moments shaped me as an artist. Playing Buzzfest would be a dream. Houston raised us, and we would be honored to represent it on that stage.
ROWDY
ROWDY is from Pasadena TX. 77503. We've been together since Jan. 23. We think we would bring a fun and professional addition to Buzzfest and we are hungry to prove it.
RoZY
We're RoZY from Rosenberg/ Sugar Land, 77471, the band has been together for seven years since 2018. Led by sisters Zoe and Molly Flores, RoZY has been a staple of the Houston music scene for years. Some notable names that the band has opened for include Godsmack, The Struts, The Warning, Crown The Empire, Neon Trees, Sleep Token, Polyphia, Stryper and Night Ranger. We think we should be picked to open Buzz Fest because RoZY throws a high energy SHOW, we know how to set the stage for big acts and have proven that time and time again. We're stoked for the opportunity and look forward to the opportunity to make Houston proud! Love, RoZY
Split Tung
Split Tung is a rising force in the Houston metalcore scene, made up of members from Conroe (77304), Richmond (77469), and Houston (77051). Since forming on June 14, 2023, we've built a strong local following -- outselling nearly every band at our debut show, coming just two tickets short below the headliner. We are known for our ability to hype up the crowd and leave an impression that lasts long after the lights go out. We're fully independent and handle all our own recording, mixing, mastering, and marketing. Our DIY drive and live performance energy set us apart from other locals. We're ready to bring that same fire to the Buzzfest 2025 stage!
Time Capsule
Time Capsule plays in the Houston Area! We all live in 77357 zip code are. We've been jamming together for a little over 2 years. We feel we would make the Houston Area proud!
True To Form
Houston Texas, 77040 we have been a band for 4 years now, we play frequently in Houston and other cities around Texas just looking for a chance for more exposure and to spread our music to a bigger audience.
Valhalla
Valhalla is a Houston rock band (77084) made up of four musicians with different influences but one goal is to put on a great show. Blending classic rock, punk, metal, grunge, and alt-rock, their sound is raw, energetic, and uniquely their own. They have released their debut single Syd & Nancy with a second, All My Love, dropping soon. Originals and crowd-favorite covers fill out their live sets, and every show brings more fans into the fold. Valhalla isn't about polish, it is about passion, connection, and making sure everyone leaves a little sweatier and a lot more alive
Via Linda
We are a four piece band from the Sharpstown area of Houston (77074) that’s been playing together for nearly 22 years and established Via Linda in 2017. We write music for everyone, even you Rod! :) Even though we consider ourselves a rock band, we are diverse. We would love the opportunity to showcase our talent in front of an incredible Buzzfest crowd as our music deserves to be heard on amazing radio stations like The Buzz. Our album is out July 2025.
Wellborn Road
Wellborn Road Cypress, TX | Zip Code: 77429 Wellborn Road is a hard rock/metal band from the Houston area that has been going strong for 20 years. With four albums under our belt and countless shows alongside bands like Powerman 5000, Drowning Pool, and Buckcherry, we‚Äôve built a loyal fanbase and a reputation for delivering intense, no-BS live performances. Our latest release, Resiliency, reflects our journey‚ still standing when most have faded. We are not just musicians‚ we are promoters, creators, and survivors. Pick us, and we will show you that hard rock and metal are alive and well in Texas.
Garbage Girlfriend
Founded in 2022 by Evelyn, a drummer, after she broke up with her boyfriend, who called her a garbage girlfriend. It’s an all-girl band, based in Katy. And they rock.