Queersound, an LA-based indie concert promoter highlighting awesome LGBTQ+ artists and bands, is running their first West Coast tour! Catch Mermaid and Danielle Lande on tour alongside Seattle local artist LIVt. Learn more about Queersound at www.queersound.org and follow them on Instagram @queersound.
Mermaid
Even the greatest skeptic will believe in soulmates upon hearing Brittany Campbell and Candace Quarrels’ story, which encompasses music, love, friendship, and so much more. Upon meeting in the Chicago production of “Hamilton,” the pair went on to form Mermaid, a Los Angeles-based project that defies genre and has even won the attention of Alabama Shakes’ Brittany Howard, who handpicked their song “Find Me” for NPR's Tiny Desk Top Shelf contest in 2020. Today, their debut LP, “Iridescence,” is available for listening everywhere. Infused with soul, R&B and a heady combination of alt-rock, jazz, punk, pop, and a touch of metal. No matter what sonic shade “Iridescence” adopts, it is seamlessly held together by Mermaid’s transcendent harmonies and connection.
Danielle Lande
Danielle Lande was born and raised in Los Angeles and burst onto the LA music scene in 2018. They quickly captivated audiences with their soulful voice, intimate songwriting, and unique sound drawing on pop and jazz. Danielle’s music has been heard on KCRW and live at legendary Los Angeles venues like Hotel Cafe and The Silverlake Lounge. They’ve performed as an opening act for Grammy-nominated band The Marías and continue to play shows to a growing, enthusiastic fanbase.
LIVt
LIVt is a Pacific Northwest Native (to be specific, from the 253) who at her core, values creativity, living freely, and the service of others. Keeping her family and friends at the forefront of all that drives her, she uses her love and obsession with music, mixed with a knack for word play, to bring what she feels is a “dope sound and vision” to her audience. Mimicking the northwest weather, she describes her music as laid back, sometimes dark, but always soulful. Her music is a reflection on love, what it means to be black and outspoken and as well as what it takes to get out of your own way and be whoever you want. Be damned anyone else.