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With her debut full-length album Love and Guts, Rhode Island singer-songwriter Kara McKee emerges as a powerful new voice in contemporary folk/Americana, pairing timeless songwriting with modern indie-folk production reminiscent of Gillian Welch, Jason Isbell, and Lori McKenna.
Written in the aftermath of her grandmother’s death at 96, Love and Guts is a record about grief, resilience, and the courage to remain open-hearted. The album opens with “Goodbye,” a song about the words left unsaid at the edge of loss, and closes with an iPhone recording of McKee’s grandmother offering a simple reminder: “It’s a beautiful day.” In between, McKee explores memory and the fear of who we become without the people who shaped us — ultimately arriving at the album’s central idea: love and guts is how we keep going.
A Rhode Island native, McKee left a 15-year corporate career to pursue music full time. She quickly gained momentum, earning a grant from Club Passim’s Iguana Music Fund, releasing her debut EP, and making her national television debut with a performance on The Voice. She recorded Love and Guts in Nashville, co-producing the album with Thorleifur Davidsson and Nathaniel Smith, whose credits include Watchhouse, Sierra Ferrell, and Kacey Musgraves.
Leanna Kish, performing as Love Marry Kill, is a Providence-based pop/rock singer-songwriter and recent Brown University graduate. She began writing music in fifth grade and creates songs inspired by both personal experiences and imagined narratives, blending emotion, honesty, and edge. Leanna discovered The Search through an online audition post and was immediately drawn to its welcoming, collaborative environment. Earning a callback and performing for the panel affirmed her choice to participate. She continues to build her musical identity through bold storytelling and expressive vocal style.
Sioo is a singer-songwriter who has a passion for creating music across genres. Her work spans pop, rock, orchestral ballads, jazz, and more, showcasing her versatility and love for experimenting with sound. Over the years, she has released two full-length albums, one EP, and numerous cover tracks and singles that highlight her unique style and artistry.
Sioo has performed at a variety of local venues throughout Boston and Providence, steadily building a strong following with her engaging stage presence and uplifting energy. No matter the stage, she connects deeply with her audiences, leaving them inspired and energized.
This event will take place at 848 Sidestage at The Historic Park Theatre & Event Center.
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