If unfamiliar with the pop-rock sensibilities of Sacramento, Calif.-based Middle Class Rut, a chance to get a taste of what this duo brings to the stage presents itself this weekend. Middle Class Rut opens the annual Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, this year featuring Weezer, Seether, Papa Roach and Panic! At the Disco.

“It’s cool, to be able to have so many types of bands that are pretty popular on the same show makes for a good one,” said guitarist and vocalist Zack Lopez.