May 2015

Sunday, 31 May 2015

What a Wonderful Month!

Music has brought so many incredible folks into my life. Had I not been performing I never would have met Melody Benbow-- my sister in song, my hubby -- who ran an open mic in Tulsa, OK, and countless others who make my life a joy!

On the 1st of May, I shared a bill with Ric Taylor from LA at Egan's Jam House in Ballard. Ric is an incredible songwriter and all around witty guy. It was true honour to share the stage with him! He cracks me up with his fabulous personality. And he makes a divine cookie! It was a great night of song and story.

On May 9, we had a double header that day! First, we had the honour of playing at the Vigor Seattle Maritime Festival Family Fun Day at Lake Union Park .We are joining such great bands such as The Whateverly Brothers and The Drunken Maidens. It was great to be associated with the Maritime community of Seattle. It was a great time. Then we played at the Ould Triangle in Greenwood for a rip roaring good night of music! Our alumni, Kelly Blanchard, ran sound for us and joined us on a few tunes. We were honoured to have him and play for the folks! We even had a local artist draw our name! Gotta love art inspired by art!

On Mothers day, May 10th, we played on Camano Island at the Collective! This venue is quickly becoming one of our most favourites to play. The folks of Camano are warm and welcoming and we just love singing for them.

My Country band, Big Hair Shiny Guns, had the honour of playing at Audra's Daddy's 80th birthday party! We learned many of Bob's favourite tunes and was so happy to watch him dance with Peg, Audra's mom. Music truly is a catalyst for celebration. We had whoops and hollerin'! We even had a crash and burn on the dance floor. I'd say it was a huge success!

Over Memorial Day weekend, my Canadian Duo, Syren, was thrilled to return to Northwest Folklife to a grand audience at the Trad Stage. SeaStar's own, Michael Falcone, sat in with us as our regular rogue laddie, Terry James, had a gig in Victoria BC that day. We were happy to have Michael as we had the crowd singing and clapping! We even sold all of our CDs! But we have a new one coming out. To hear a preview click here. After we did a little busking and were joined by a young lad named Jackson. He stole our hearts! Gotta love playing at festivals!

We finished off this month with a return to Camano Island for their Beer & Brats Fest at Freedom Park. We shared the stage with our friend Clint McCune and his band. After we also played a set at The Collective and jammed with Clint and company. For me it was the true start of summer! Dancing, laughing, singing, and playing! Keeps the heart in the sun.