Laura Meets Musicians

Drew Kiddoo and the Blackouts Drew Kiddoo And The Blackouts is a honky tonk country band based out of Ithaca , NY. Their unique blend of traditional country western, folk, and early rock and roll has captivated audiences across the region since they formed in 2018. Drew's songwriting is the heart and soul of the band. He writes from personal experience, and his lyrics are infused with love, whiskey, the open road, and that old "crying over an empty glass of booze" style of melancholy. The Blackouts are a misfit collage of local musicians who bring Drew's songs to life with that boot stompin', barn-burnin' energy. The album "Giddyup and Go" will be released on June 14th, in accordance with the release party set for the same date at The Range in Ithaca, next to Cornell University. I had the opportunity to listen to the full lenght album in advance, and I can't wait to share my personal take on it! "Giddyup and Go" is a collection of song...

Mia Ramer Mia Ramer is a Swiss singer, harpist, music producer, and creator of unique and immersive musical experiences. At the heart of her performances is the harp , an instrument she uses in a non-conventional manner, employing loops, sound effects, and vocal harmonies to craft an ethereal, angelic, and deeply relaxing sound that transports the listener to another dimension. Drawing inspiration from nature, her travels, and a fascination with space and the universe, Mia weaves stories from the places she's been, the people she's met along the way, and faraway, imaginary realms. Her style can be described as a fusion of Celtic, folk, and ambient music, creating a mesmerizing atmosphere that transcends genres.  The self-produced "River" is Mia's latest single, with more mesmerizing material in the pipeline. Looking to the future, Mia is eager to share new and original creations, venturing into diverse musical genres while continually refining her style. "Ri...

LuisG With roots in indie rock, pop, emo, folk and a Southern California vibe, LuisG delivers a powerful melodic style, charming story-telling, and relatable lyrics.  Based in Las Cruces, NM, where he lives with his wife, his 2 cats and dog, he has established a name for himself in online spaces and local circles, recording and producing from his own home studio.  His music sounds like a combination of pop, emo, folk, indie rock with a Southern California beach vibe.   He released his debut EP back in 2022 and in the following years he continued to create new music, reaching the pinnacle with his latest album "Second Chances" , released on May 10th, 2024. H e wrote it after a serious health crisis that made him re-evaluate many things about his life. As LuisG states "Second Chances is an album about reflecting and remembering the things that are important in life, and moving into a new chapter.  Some of the very dark and difficult moments I’ve lived in the past year ...