Melodic Noise Insider Podcast: #25 Laura Kiernan (of band Kiernan)

I first heard about her at singer-songwriter Samuel Wilbur's 2024 release show, and she's been making a name for herself in a rather short time. The band just released their debut full-length, Always, I Love You, so I had her on to talk about her journey, several songs on the album, her work with Twin Cities United Performers, and even some soccer talk.

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Melodic Noise Insider Podcast: #24 Jennifer Marie

It didn't take long into hearing Jennifer Marie's voice to know I wanted her on the podcast. And what a great decision it was. It was fascinating to hear her talk about her transition from the Christian Contemporary Music scene to the pop world, and how limiting being in one specific genre can be for artists with influences from all over.

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ONE YEAR "CHRONICLES OF ONE YEAR" REVIEW

Running 12 tracks long and 26 minutes in length, The Chronicles of ONE YEAR listens like a fast-paced joy ride riddled with pop elements and unique production quirks. Although this project was recorded in the Twin Cities suburbs, 18-year-old Carter Tusa effectively used the power of the internet to facilitate remote collaboration amidst the global pandemic, working with other notable artists, collectives, and producers online.

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