On a cool fall evening, the Arts at the Armory in Somerville, MA provided the perfect intimate setting for Kate Bollinger‘s recent performance. The cozy atmosphere complemented Bollinger’s music, which exudes a nostalgic and dreamy quality that seems tailor-made for rainy day vinyl sessions.
Opening act Sharp Pins, a young trio from Chicago, showed promise despite a somewhat unpolished performance. Fresh off their summer debut album release, the band’s eagerness to connect with the audience hinted at potential for growth in both stage presence and musicianship.
When Kate Bollinger took the stage with her four-piece band, the mood shifted noticeably. Drawing heavily from her recently released album, Songs from a Thousand Frames of Mind, Bollinger’s setlist showcased her versatility while maintaining a consistent thread of effortless cool throughout. The audience was treated to a special moment with the debut of a brand new, never-before-heard song.
Bollinger’s music, ranging from dreamy ballads to more upbeat numbers, consistently evokes a sense of coziness and nostalgia. Her performance at the Arts at the Armory demonstrated why she’s becoming a standout artist in the indie music scene, capable of crafting an atmosphere that’s both intimate and engaging.
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