Soldato Showcase: South Study Special Aide

South Study Special Aide is the solo project of New Jersey based multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Kazim Zaidi, whose obsession with one-man music making has driven him nearly to madness since age 11. “It started with one of those little hand-held tape recorders my dad would use to dictate notes for work. But once I discovered multi-tracking, it became an obsession." His first full-length was released in July 2023. The pendulum swings on several axes, from old school dance funk a la Nile Rodgers, to lo-fi bedroom pop, to country-tinged tales of regret and longing. Constant throughout are his unexpectedly feminine croon, whispery falsetto, and dense, reverb-drenched textures. Brother-sister duo John (drums) and Joy Pepito (vocals/guitar/keys) as well as Luke Giunta (bass) have joined the band as full-time members. "There’s no real path for making a career in music, but having people around to remind you that what you do matters is absolutely invaluable."

Aidan Jack Finnecy is a 21 year old, New Jersey based songwriter, and the frontman of the band named after him. His music consists of introspective and anxiety fueled, self deprecating lyrics, often paired with a contradicting blend of upbeat, danceable indie rock instrumentation.

Cashmïr is a trio, formed in March of 2023. Making waves in the NJ/NY music scene with their unique approach and blend of experimental rock fusion. Cashmïr brings transcendental melodies, captivating riffs, and electrifying live performances that leave audiences craving more.