Performer: Escondido

Type of music: Indie folk

About: Making appearances on hit shows like “ABC’s Nashville” and “Conan,” the Nashville-based duo has surely been headed in the right direction from the beginning. Their self-released debut album, “The Ghost of Escondido,” received high praises from the industry’s best critics and even received a thumbs-up from director David Lynch.

Described on their website as “southwest fantasia, swirling trumpet and slow-motion reverb,” their sound has been chosen to enhance the soundtracks to several films and TV shows, including HBO’s “Girls.”

Jessica Maros and Tyler James are Escondido. (Contributed)

The duo’s members, Jessica Maros and Tyler James, met at a recording session with a mutual friend at James’ house.

James recorded Maros playing tunes on her guitar, added in his own style and after giving it a listen the two embarked on a musical whirlwind.“ It’s an easy process when you both love the same stuff,” said Maros.

Discography: “The Ghost of Escondido” and “Walking With a Stranger”

You might have heard: Try” and “Footprints” from “Walking With a Stranger,” and “Rodeo Queen” and “Black Roses“ from “The Ghost of Escondido”

Playing at SlossFest: The duo will hit the stage Sunday, July 17, at 1:30 p.m.

Sloss Music and Arts Festival takes place at the historic Sloss Furnaces in Birmingham July 16-17 and features 34 performers on three stages. Tickets can be purchased here.