Celtic Rock Drummer Cat Doersch: ‘That Is How I Measure Success…By What Brings Me Joy’
Celtic rock artist Cat Doersch says one of the few things she has ever been so sure of is her lifelong love affair with the drums. Take a look at her passionate, riveting performances, where she becomes one with the instrument, and it becomes clear that they were made for each other. Join contributing writer Cynthia Gross as she connects with Cat Doersch to learn Doersch’s favorite song to perform with The American Rogues, the most important lesson she learned in order to be successful as a female drummer, and the story behind her affectionate nickname, “Hammer of God.”
Harry Gray Gets Funky “One More Time”
Recent Articles Harry Gray and MK Zulu merge elements of funk, soul, R&B, and classic hip-hop into a persistent message of love in “One More Time.” Born and raised in Elizabeth, New Jersey, Howard University Alum, Harry Gray “brings soulful music back into the rap scene.” Harry, a dynamic lyricist and singer and current DC resident collaborates with […]
Marc 2Ray Raps About the Digital Age in “Tik Tok Tik”
Recent Articles Washington DC-based hip hop artist Marc 2Ray is back with his newest single “Tik Tok Tik;” the single comes from his upcoming album, set for release later this year. Performing and releasing music since 2015, Marc 2Ray also works as an educator. His music is being used to educate students at schools such […]
Alli Bean Asks ‘Twenty Questions’
Recent Articles By Jaci Jedrych Victoria, BC, Canada’s musical powerhouse Alli Bean’s latest release, “Twenty Questions,” is warm and jazzy. Alli Bean is a multi-award-winning Canadian artist. She draws from blues, jazz, and pop for influence as a songwriter and vocalist. Bean’s music represents the “bluesy funky side of the street, with a twist of […]
Debórah Bond: Creator, Educator, Inspiration
Debórah Bond’s origins are anything but typical. Bond was introduced to the performance arena by competing in public speaking and debate competitions. After not just competing, but often winning, she decided to use her voice to tell a story through music, and the rest is history. Learn more about Debórah Bond’s story with contributing writer Jaci Jedrych, including why Bond, a New Haven native, considers D.C. her true home, what gives her staying power in the industry, her advice to aspiring musicians, and the role outside of music performance that informs and inspires her art.
Allie Wilding’s ‘The Love-Chord’ Strikes Home
Recent Articles By Daniel Warren Hill https://youtu.be/kG2_kEgDXKkThis reading of Alchemical Records content provides a multimedia experience for our audience while increasing the accessibility of our content to persons with hearing loss, low vision, dyslexia, physical or motor disabilities, or are on the autism spectrum. Making her studio recording debut, Washington D.C. educator and saxophonist Allie […]
Taylor Kelly Avoids ‘Sabotage’ in New Single
Recent Articles By Margaret Adams https://youtu.be/4Joa3Sguo3w This reading of Alchemical Records content provides a multimedia experience for our audience while increasing the accessibility of our content to persons with hearing loss, low vision, dyslexia, physical or motor disabilities, or are on the autism spectrum. Jazz and soul artist Taylor Kelly has released her new genre-bending […]
Alexia Christian Says You’d ‘Better Think Again’ About This
More to Watch By Cynthia Gross https://youtu.be/kFQ8dnoIvZM This reading of Alchemical Records content provides a multimedia experience for our audience while increasing the accessibility of our content to persons with hearing loss, low vision, dyslexia, physical or motor disabilities, or are on the autism spectrum. Rockville, Maryland-born and Shippensburg, Pennsylvania-based pop rock darling Alexia Christian […]
Square Meal Laboratories Searches for Comfort with ‘Anything That Feels Good’
Recent Articles By Cynthia Gross https://youtu.be/YtWbKUGnsHU This reading of Alchemical Records content is to provide a multimedia experience for our audience while increasing the accessibility of our content to persons with hearing loss, low vision, dyslexia, physical or motor disabilities, or are on the autism spectrum. “Anything That Feels Good,” the latest EP from D.C.-based […]
Despite Difficulties of the Pandemic, D.C.’s Reeves Keeps Her Integrity
D.C. native Integriti Reeves found jazz when she was in high school, describing herself as a “late bloomer” when it came to discovering the genre. Since then, she has blossomed as an artist, collaborating with some of the biggest names in music such as Stevie Wonder and Smokey Robinson. Learn more about Integriti’s story with contributing writer Eric Althoff, including how she perceives the D.C. music scene, her songwriting process, and the special thing she describes as her greatest joy in life.
