The weather didn’t look great for Grace Mitchell’s show. It had rained all morning but it had subsided for the moment. There was no one I was more excited to see on Sunday at Hangout Fest. “Now” is one of my favorite songs this year. The hard rock edge combined with 80s synths make it so instantly catchy.
I Am Not Your Band-Aid
Sweet Penny Lane…the incredible character Kate Hudson plays in the iconic Almost Famous. I’ve been called Penny Lane more times than I can count. I have big blonde hair and an affinity for flares and fur coats, but I am not your band-aid.
Women In Music: Katrina Barber
I’ve been Instagram-stalking Katrina Barber for a long time now. Seriously, these are some of the most beautiful photos I’ve ever seen. She just knows how to capture a moment, whether it’s a portrait of an artist, the crowds at a festival, or the show itself.
Women In Music: Kristen Gleeson-Prata
I you’ve seen BØRNS live, you’re very familiar with Kristen Gleeson-Prata. The sweet, smiley but hard-hitting drummer decked out in the coolest outfits you’ve seen. “Being in BØRNS has completely changed my fashion sense,” she laughs, “I’m so grateful.”
Ashley Brinton Is One To Watch
With each rising artist, I realize how brave and fearless each young woman I interview is. 15-year-old Ashley Brinton is no exception. She’s definitely one of the ones to watch breaking out this summer. She just wrapped up her video for “All I Need” and I can already tell she’s going to be stuck in your head after today.
How I Prep For SXSW
Oh god, south by southwest is next week. As a SXSW Veteran I meet this season with equal parts excitement and dread. There is so much going on and so many parties and it’s just madness.
Women In Music: Rachel Fuhrer
“She’s a boss. Maybe the hardest hitting drummer we’ve had.” That’s what Taylor Muse from Quiet Company told me when I was asking for recommendations on this series. I was immediately fascinated.
Women In Music: Niamh Fahy
Niamh is amazing. I’m being completely objective here. She’s not only a well-renowned studio musician but during this interview I learned she also started her own recording business and has her masters in music therapy. She’s traveled the world touring and she’s made so many bold choices that I can’t help but admire.
Why You Shouldn’t Discredit Fangirls
As history can tell us, these girls are taste-makers and influencers. They are passionate about the music, the musicians and their community of fans. Would we even care about these acts if it wasn’t for the girls who discovered them? First comes the girls then the rest of the world. READ MORE