Katie Herzig is not new to me. I discovered her when she opened for Brandi Carlile a few years ago and have since seen Katie and her band three other times. (The latest was this past weekend in D.C.) She also has a beautiful guitar.
One of my “Year 30″ goals is to discover new music. I decided to make the goal when I realized I really just listen to the same bands over and over. (I quite enjoy knowing all the lyrics.)
But sometimes I want something new, so in an attempt to join the 2012 music scene, I’m asking one person each month to offer me three musical groups. Then, during my baking and brewing time (as well as some other moments), I listen to music from those groups. It allows me to get to know a few new (to me) bands and find some I really like and want to keep following.
Some of my favorites so far this year. (Note: I had heard of some of these before and heard a song or two but now I know their music much better and feel comfortable calling myself a fan.):
I discovered another cool artist when I went to see Katie Herzig (a favorite of mine for a couple of years now) this past weekend. (She’s great and has some amazingly talented musicians with her and the shows are always great fun.) Andy Davis opened for her, and you should check him out if you haven’t heard of him. I want to play piano like that. (Perhaps doing so would require me to play more than the twice a year when I’m in Herrin that I currently do.)
If you want to offer me your three band picks, drop me a line or a comment. There are still nine months left in the year that I have to fill.