Noise Pop Festival 2026 Presents Carpool Tunnel starbelliedbug — Carpool Tunnel is a San Francisco–based indie rock band made up of Ben Koppenjan (vocals, guitar), Kalani Faith (bass, vocals), and Michael Reed “Junior” (drums, background vocals). Known for their tight musicianship and emotionally honest songwriting, the band brings a dynamic blend of driving rhythms, melodic hooks, and raw, lived-in storytelling. Their chemistry—rooted in years of playing, writing, and growing together—gives Carpool Tunnel a sound that feels both unmistakably modern and grounded in the spirit of Bay Area indie rock. — starbelliedbug is a noisy, dream rock band from San Francisco, made up of Caitlyn Davis on bass and vocals, Shaye Hesford on drums, Chris Reza on guitar and vocals and Hayden K on guitar. Originally making songs in their living room as duo, Chris and Caitlyn met Shaye and Hayden in 2025 and they began playing shows. starbelliedbug hopes to pay homage to the US and UK shoegaze scenes of the 90’s, through their dreamy guitar tones, wispy vocals and heavy drums. Inspired by bands such as Majesty Crush, Drop Nineteens, My Bloody Valentine, Hum and Catherine Wheel, they are exploring their sound and groove as a newly formed band.