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Keepsake of the Week: “Epithet” by Helena Hallberg
Swiss-Swedish-American, polyglot, dulcimer-playing singer/songwriter Helena Hallberg takes listeners with her as she explores her womanhood in her debut LP, “Epithet.” Walk with Helena down sidewalks, through forests, across dance floors, into folktales, and inside her mind with this bodyguard of a record that rejects all stereotypes and stigma. You’ll learn plenty with Helena in your ear, but that isn’t the point. The point is that you might also find your stride.
Music that Made Sharell Bryant
Sharell Bryant is a singer/songwriter based in NYC who ponders universal insecurities, fears and heartache with vital, pop-leaning originality. Sharell’s influences range from '90s classics from Aaliyah, Destiny’s Child, and Whitney Houston to deep folk cuts like Kimya Dawson.
Keepsake of the Week: “Hold That Spirit” by Raye Zaragoza
“Hold That Spirit” is the latest LP from singer/songwriter Raye Zaragoza and is this week’s #KOTW.
Music that Made Moyana Olivia
Moyana Olivia is a songwriter, 2023 Keepsake House Artist in Residence, and Musicology student at Northwestern University studying how Black artists engender social change, restoration, and transformation through music. Discover Moyana’s musical influences, from Rihanna to Ms. Lauryn Hill and Nat King Cole.
Keepsake of the Week: “how i remember” by Sarah Kang
“how i remember” is the first LP from jazz-soul-R&B singer/songwriter and 2022 Keepsake House Artist in Residence Sarah Kang and is this week’s #KOTW.
Behind Closed Doors with TONIE
TONIE is a singer/songwriter, producer, and music director based in Brooklyn, NY. They will be performing and showcasing their music video in our upcoming show with Asian American International Film Festival, Meet Cute Music. In this interview, TONIE chats with Jasmine and Hailey about their transition into New York as well as their name, noonchi, and the power of uplifting through music.
Behind Closed Doors with Sarah Kang
Sarah Kang is a Korean American jazz-soul-R&B singer/songwriter based in New York City who will be performing in our upcoming solo artist Keepsake show. In this interview, Sarah chats with Jay and Hailey about the origins and evolution of her music making, playing the French horn, sister bands, and meanings of freedom.
Keepsake of the Week: “little love lullabies” by corner club
“little love lullabies” is the first EP from indie-pop duo corner club. One month after its initial release, the EP is this week’s #KOTW.