Lia Kay has been a musician since birth. At the age of 7, the Russian born songstress found herself competing across the nation as a classically trained pianist. By 12, she began composing her own songs, and by university age she received a degree studying classical piano and jazz vocals. Using her decades of expertise, Kay then went on to find a love of
Author: Jennifer Dill
Jen is a music and animal enthusiast. When she's not at work or working on the next article, she's most likely at home with her pets hoping they never grow old.
Quarantine Questionnaire: Emily Daccarett
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Shred Kelly Pay Respect to Late Father With “Take Me Home” Video
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The Blue Stones are ready to take 2021 by storm with the announcement of their sophomore album and a brand new single. Released this past Friday, “Spirit” recounts the feeling of having two different desires fighting for control. One fighting or what you want to do/have, and the other fighting for what you think you should want/have- rarely meshing together. “I’ve always felt a
Quarantine Questionnaire: Venus Fly Trap
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Quarantine Questionnaire: Vulgarithm
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