A lot of great talent is on hand for this year's Riverbend festival, including bands with ties to Chattanooga.

Thursday we caught up with "The Afternooners" about their unique blend of music they'll be bringing.

"I felt like we've really kind of felt and fallen into our own sound. And I think we're kind of ready to take the next step, which is kind of moving into the festival scene. So we're really happy we get to do that, in our hometown, Chattanooga," says vocalist Bryce Conan.

Bassist Brett Tallent says the group has always wanted to perform at Riverbend.

"Being born and raised here, one of our goals, for sure, was to always play Riverbend. It's finally happening," says Tallent.

Watch the full interview:

Learn more about The Afternooners and their latest single "Mushroomman" on their Facebook page.