All Things Go: Five Non-Headliners You Should Know

All Things Go, the quintessential music festival for the girls, gays, and theys, returns to Columbia, Maryland, New York City, and even Toronto (for the very first time!) this fall. With yet another hugely impressive lineup, the Sonic Hub team is counting down the days to return and cover this iconic East Coast festival. 

If you’re overwhelmed and don’t know how to pick which sets to see, we’ve got you covered! And in the spirit of discovering new acts, supporting emerging musicians, and celebrating the community they help foster, here are five non-headliners you need to get to know before attending:

THE BEACHES

In a time deservedly dominated by pop acts, The Beaches are here to rock and roll. With raging electric guitar solos, raspy vocals, and an angsty ‘I-don’t-want-to-grow-up’ attitude, the Toronto-based four-piece has been gaining traction beyond the Canadian music scene ever since their cathartic ex-bashing anthem ‘Blame Brett’ blew up in 2023.

Jordan and Kylie Miller (yes, siblings!) Leandra Earl and Eliza Enman-McDaniel have been playing and performing together since high school, and it certainly shows. Their music, punctuated with bold guitar riffs, explosive drums, and almost chaotic production, explores the ups and downs of relationships, navigating queerness, sex, growing up, and… being a little toxic. When The Beaches take the stage at All Things Go this fall, you’re going to want to scream along to every song —  check out our review of The Beaches in Richmond, here.

Must-know songs: ‘Edge of the Earth,’ ‘Blame Brett’

JASMINE.4.T

If you’ve never seen Jasmine.4.t before, make sure to bring tissues. The British indie-rock musician, whose non-stage name is Jasmine Cruickshank, released her debut album, ‘You Are the Morning,’ in January, which was produced by indie royalty and Boygenius members Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus, and Julien Baker.

Inspired by indie-folk and pop, Jasmine’s music is mostly introspective and reflective, exploring her experiences with being sexually assaulted, navigating being trans, and living with PTSD, with even the more sonically upbeat songs dealing with deeply emotional subject matters. Jasmine is an absolute inspiration to watch on the stage, and her vulnerability does not undercut her resilience and determination to thrive, especially as trans rights continue to come under attack from old losers in governments around the world. 

Must-know songs: ‘Guy Fawkes Tesco Dissociation,’ ‘Woman’

JOY OLADOKUN

Joy Oladokun has earned the admiration and respect of some of the biggest modern names in folk music, from Hozier to Noah Kahan to Chris Stapleton. The child of Nigerian immigrants, they use their vibrant music as a tool for activism, to shine light on topics that are important to them, to rage about politics, and to bring like-minded people together.

Joy’s music deftly blends complex lyricism with a classic ’80s pop and folk sound, exploring existence as a queer Black person, the harsh reality of mortality, navigating the music industry, and even calling out the darkly disturbing conservatism within the North American South. Don’t miss out on what’s bound to be a touchingly powerful and emotionally poignant performance.

Must-know songs: ‘We’re All Gonna Die,’ ‘Drugs’

SUNDAY (1994)

If you have religious trauma, Sunday (1994) is either the perfect band for you or one you should avoid, depending on how healed you are.  The British-American band, which recently released their second EP, ‘Devotion’, pairs heartbreakingly introspective and thoughtfully crafted lyricism with light indie and alternative-pop elements. Paige Turner’s hauntingly soft vocals complement the echoey, breezy electric guitar on their songs perfectly. The band’s nomadic indie sound, paired with piercingly honest lyrics that dive into the lasting impacts of religious trauma, relationships with mediocre men, and the painful sting of unrequited love,  is guaranteed to cast a warm, hazy spell on festivalgoers.

Must-know songs: ‘Stained Glass Window,’ ‘Blonde’

ALEMEDA

Sudanese-Ethiopian singer-songwriter Alemeda is making a name for herself in the alternative-pop scene while holding true to her Muslim faith. Alemeda expertly blends varying elements of pop and alternative rock whilst singing brutally (and honestly) about disastrous past relationships, love affairs, ‘pick-me’ friends, and even mediocre sex. If you’re looking for a cathartic, comedic ex-bashing anthem-maker, Alemeda is the artist for you and a set you certainly won’t want to miss. And truly, is there anything better than screaming curses on past lovers with thousands of other people?

Must-know songs: ‘I hate your face,’ ‘I already dug your grave’

All Things Go returns to Canada and the USA from September 26th-28th, 2025. Find full lineup details, locations and FAQs here. 

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WORDS ALLYSON PARK