When people ask me these days who my favorite musical artists are, Merrill and tUnE-YarDs instantly comes to mind. Merrill embodies a child-like musical approach that I felt while growing up; dressing up in costumes, putting on make-up, and dancing with myself while singing wildly in front of the mirror or around the house... only she has the courage to do it on stage and share herself and her vision with everyone! Not only that, but her music is raw and enticing! Armed with a rockin' ukelele, various drums, loop pedal, and good and talented friends, Merrill is truly breaking new ground!
They played a spectacular sold-out show at the Wonder Ballroom tonight, as always. I saw her play at Mississippi Studios in May 2010 the first time. To get her full effect, you must see her live! It pleases me to no end that her musical draw has spread like wildfire! To give you an idea, Mississippi Studios holds 300 people and the Wonder holds nearly 800. Not bad for a year and a half of progress! See you at The Crystal Ballroom next time you come around to Portland, tUnE-YarDs?
For those of you who are saying, "Wow, this person sounds cool!" or "Okay, you've sparked my curiosity", here's a video of newer song that I love and adore:
They played a spectacular sold-out show at the Wonder Ballroom tonight, as always. I saw her play at Mississippi Studios in May 2010 the first time. To get her full effect, you must see her live! It pleases me to no end that her musical draw has spread like wildfire! To give you an idea, Mississippi Studios holds 300 people and the Wonder holds nearly 800. Not bad for a year and a half of progress! See you at The Crystal Ballroom next time you come around to Portland, tUnE-YarDs?
For those of you who are saying, "Wow, this person sounds cool!" or "Okay, you've sparked my curiosity", here's a video of newer song that I love and adore: