Formed in 2011 and comprised of a powerful vocalist, drummer and guitarist, the American metal band DeverauX delivers a powerful message of self perseverance with their driving rhythms, thrashing riffs and melodic hooks.

Know Lyfe plans to carry on the energetic rock and metal setting by mixing melody with a deviant edginess.

One of the younger performers, Taylor Taylor, 16, has both twang and soul, performing a mix of jazz and pop with warm vocals and classical guitar skills.

Lights and Caves might have recently gained recognition in Lansing, but the four talented men have been performing for quite some time and have an alternative sound that steers far from novice.

Folk band Frontier Ruckus consistently describes their music as “folk-rock.” Lead singer Matthew Milia, drummer Ryan Etzcorn and trumpeter Zachary Nichols are all MSU alumni.

Hip-hop group The Blat! Pack is a Lansing hip-hop staple with versatile members and has grown in popularity since its inception in 2008.

Lastly, MVP Miles and 2Dope are emerging Lansing rappers who have opened for acts such as Juicy J and Rockie Fresh. With Common Ground, they will bring their talents to a local audience.

Whether you’re looking for thrashing rock, jazzy-pop or melodic harmonies, the local flavor at Common Ground has something to fill everyone’s musical appetite.