Zeitgeist is a collaborative project between Riley James, Heath Benton, Jayden Rahmon, and Miles Macdonald. Currently based in Athens, Ohio, the group focuses on an energetic sounds and vulnerable personality tackling themes related to queer identify, relationships, and wanting a better world. They jokingly describe themselves as “midwest J-rock” with unique influences from each member: Elliot Smith, The Beatles, Stereolab, and Radiohead. They recently released the single “CD” with more on the way leading to an album.