I used to think that being a vocalist meant that you were not a true musician; as if something were lacking. I felt that not being able to play an instrument and sing at the same time proved that I was some sort of "wannabe." Of course, I could play and instrument and sing, just not at the same level. Insecurity really is a funny foe... What I have come to realize in my recent period of growth, is that the human voice is one of those realized elements that connects us emotionally as a …

 August 20, 2011 This past saturday we played our first full set for another full house at the ardmore milkboy . This time around we were the featured act. To help set the tone for a night of fun and unique music, our good friends freeborn lion and ras arcane opened the night. We had finished our soundcheck, and had the audience primed for a great show. We played a set list that included our entire first album, "charmed youth" and homages to the beatles, pink floyd, billy joel, oasis, and …

I cannot begin to explain how excited I am for this part of the process. The vocals are set, the guitar is hot, and now- THE BAND. We have already added Igidbashian on Bass and Maura on Piano. These two are true musicians, both exceeding quality and feel for their respective instruments...the sound they produce is heartfelt, interesting, fresh, and moving. This is just the beginning- adding piece by piece until finally taking full shape. These two percussive and beautifully melodic players add so much …

 This past Saturday, with a young and energetic crowd at Quig's Pub (atop Plays and Players ) watching, we played through nearly the entire album. We also integrated a fourth musician into our performance. Lending her talents on the keyboard, Maura Johnston brought our band's sound yet another step closer to the multifaceted musical experience we aim to achieve.  We were excited to share our music with a new audience, and also to help encourage the arts and raise funds for the upcoming Fringe …

Your heart is racing and the beads of sweat on your forehead become noticable.  The room is filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of the crowd waiting to be given that musical experience.  Just waiting for the performers to take the stage, waiting to take the ride.  The energy budding in the room begins to swell as it closer and closer to playing time.  Anyone and everyone can feel it.  The time has come. As the performer, this is one of the most exciting and tantalizing …