Emei @ Showbox – 10/4/2026Photos by Kirk Stauffer Emei’s theatrical, high-energy performance at the Showbox was exactly what the Seattle audience wanted. Her mix of powerhouse vocals, playful personality, and constant interaction with the crowd delivered a night to remember during a recent stop on her Night at the Opera Tour. Complete with two dancers in masquerade […]
Ghostly Kisses @ Neumos – 9/19/2026Photos by Kirk Stauffer The Canadian dream-pop project, Ghostly Kisses, led by singer-songwriter and violinist Margaux Sauvé, headlined at Neumos last week. Flanked by Louis-Étienne Santais (keys) and Antoine Angers (guitar, vocals), the show was in the middle of their 10-city North American tour in support of their recently released fourth studio album, […]
KELS @ Tractor Tavern – 9/6/2026Photos by Kirk Stauffer With her distinctive blend of pop, soul, and blues, KELS (Kelsey Hillock) headlined at a sold-out show at the Tractor Tavern. It was a stop on her Dirty Blues Princess tour, the same name as her forthcoming EP. Singer-songwriter Ella Maddux opened. KELS – Photos by Kirk Stauffer Ella Maddux – […]
Kara Hesse @ Triple Door – 8/28/2026Photos by Kirk Stauffer Nashville-based singer-songwriter Kara Hesse delivered a captivating performance at the Triple Door, blending raw emotion and powerful vocals with an unmistakable stage presence. Hesse’s mix of Americana, rock and soul was on full display during a stop on her summer tour in support of the recently released […]
Maryjo @ Barboza – 8/20/2026Photos by Kirk Stauffer Maryjo Young delivered a powerful, high-energy performance at Barboza last week, one of 20 stops on her I Hope I Sell Tickets Tour. Interacting with the thrilled audience throughout – beginning with handing out bananas and frequently holding the mic out for them to sign along – the American […]