Formed back in 1995 in Los Angeles, Ozomatli the musical six-piece are still going strong and preparing for a nationwide tour this winter. The eclectic group are known for their work in the music styles of funk, jazz, reggae, rap and salsa. They have also been recognized for their activism, particularly in the areas of farm-workers' rights and immigration reform.

Singer-songwriter Don McLean has more than his fair share of great songs to his name, but one stands head and shoulder above the others. Released in 1971, the epic 'American Pie' remains one of the great tracks in popular music history. Expect to hear that and more on one of McLean's live dates this year.

You might be forgiven for getting them confused with a certain rebranded social media platform, but a place to shout into the void they are not. Punk rockers X are on tour this summer and are ready to tear it up! Returning once more as the original lineup, expect to hear their biggest hits including Los Angeles' and Poor Girl.' Some dates are already sold out, so get your tickets while you can.

For the oft critically acclaimed Spoon, it's all about the song. For over two decades, they have quietly topped the critics' record and song of the year lists, whilst retaining their control over their independent sound. With smart, stylish grooves and artful lyricism, Spoon embody doing things for the right reasons, and have seen their music featured everywhere from The Simpsons to The OC and still kept their inherent coolness.

Alejandro Rose-Garcia (aka Shakey Graves) is one of Americana's real cult favorites. Since he first emerged in 2011 with his debut Roll Your Bones, he's been honing his lo-fi mix of country, blues and rock 'n' roll with understated ease, using bandcamp as one of his major selling platforms.