Kate Pierson

Guitars And Microphones

2015-05-15

Kate Pierson kicks off 2015 with her first solo release, Guitars and Microphones, a change in direction for the former vocalist and instrumentalist of The B-52s. This pop album contains much more than its title suggests, using a blend of acoustic and electric instruments paired with electronic beats and synths. Pierson’s powerful voice and odd choice of lyrics carry the tune through 10 retro tunes, seemingly influenced by 70s and 80s pop. Pierson is joined by australian singer Sia as a contributing vocalist, songwriter, and executive producer, along with Nick Valensi of The Strokes as a contributing instrumentalist and songwriter.

review by Ben

Quick Links:

More reviews tagged #Rock

  • reviewed 11/2010

    THE VOLEBEATS
    The Volebeats

  • reviewed 04/2013

    BLEACHED
    Ride Your Heart

  • reviewed 04/2014

    David Pack's Napa Crossroads
    NAPA Crossroads

  • reviewed 09/2008

    MICHAEL FRANTI & SPEARHEAD
    ALL REBEL ROCKERS

  • reviewed 11/2006

    ALICE SMITH
    For Lovers, Dreamers & Me

  • reviewed 02/2014

    NO
    El Prado

Compiled by the WYCE Journalism Club

The opinions expressed in these reviews are those of the individual volunteers that submitted the article and do not necessarily reflect the views of WYCE or GRCMC; nor its staff, donors, or affiliates.