Carrie Lydon - ProfilesArchive

About Me

With a unique sound that is equal parts jazz, angst, and folk, Carrie Lydon and Kate Rickenbacker defy the traditional singer-songwriter genre. New to the scene, their intricate weave of voice, violin, and guitar is winning fans all around. Lydon's voice has been described as touching upon the "wistfulness of Dido, the angst of PJ Harvey, and the poetic heart of Joni Mitchell (Daniel Cain, Terminal Bliss)."
"Some musicians throw their music out all over the audience; some leave you leaning forward and feeling a little lost. Carrie Lydon and violinist Kate Rickenbacker meet you right in the middle, with lyrics and melody that feel like listening to an old friend, even hearing her for the first time." - dramanonymous.com
In their short history of performing together, they have shared the stage with Erin McKeown, Toshi Reagon, the Prince Myshkins, Julie Lloyd, and Ripley Caine, among others. Lydon/Rickenbacker have immersed themselves in the Chicago scene, performing at venues such as the Old Town School of Folk Music, The Abbey Pub, the Elbo Room, the Red Line Tap, the Grafton, the Pint, and the Darkroom, among others. They have been featured in various local showcases, including AltQ and Cake Chicago, and can often be found at open mics throughout Chicago. Get this FREE MySpace layout and more at MySpaceOrYours.net

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 10/13/2003
Band Members: Carrie Lydon - vocals and guitar Kate Rickenbacker - violin
Influences: Ani Difranco, Carole King, Joan Jett, Iron & Wine, Sarah Harmer, Indigo Girls, Tegan & Sara
Sounds Like: a little bit of this, a little bit of that. jazzy like sarah harmer, folky like ani difranco, angsty like tegan & sara.
Type of Label: None

My Blog

Girls in the Game Benefit Show - June 16th - Come Support a Good Cause!

Hello hello!As you may know, I'm running a marathon this fall on behalf of Girls in the Game - an amazing organization that works to enhance the health and self-esteem of girls through sports, health...
Posted by Carrie Lydon on Thu, 07 Jun 2007 03:30:00 PST

Running the marathon for Girls in the Game- June 16 Benefit Show

Exciting news: I'm running the marathon this fall! I'm pretty sure it's a little crazy, but it's to help girls become healthy, happy and strong. I'm running with TEAM GIG, which supports an amazing ...
Posted by Carrie Lydon on Fri, 18 May 2007 09:03:00 PST

September shows

Hi y'all. We have two shows this month, both of which support great causes. Put on your favorite sweater, come on out to see some free and almost free music, and feel good about making a difference...
Posted by Carrie Lydon on Mon, 11 Sep 2006 08:39:00 PST

Interview on Dramanonymous.com and Gojangle Show!

Because lists are fun...1. Check out www.dramanonymous.com. We were interviewed recently and our music is featured! For those unfamiliar, DA is, "an online queer community with a twist." It's a gr...
Posted by Carrie Lydon on Mon, 28 Aug 2006 05:56:00 PST

Mentioned in the Windy City Times!

We're in the Windy City Times as part of the Alt Q Festival!Windy City Times article!The Alt Q Festival Hits All the Right Keysby David Byrne with Tony Peregrin2006-05-17On May 20, the Alt Q Festival ...
Posted by Carrie Lydon on Thu, 18 May 2006 07:11:00 PST

On the Feast of Fools Podcast - Check it out!

Musician Scott Free decided many years ago that there weren't enough venues or events for openly gay musicians to perform at, so after seeing one too many Feast of Fools shows, he decid...
Posted by Carrie Lydon on Thu, 18 May 2006 06:28:00 PST

Alt Q Festival - Erin McKeown, Toshi Reagon, Carrie Lydon & Kate Rickenbacker - Get Tix now!

So a week from today is the Alt Q Festival, Chicago's queer music festival, at which we are playing, along with Erin McKeown, Toshi Reagon, Mekole Wells, Brady Earnhart, and the Prince Myshkins.We're ...
Posted by Carrie Lydon on Sat, 13 May 2006 01:27:00 PST

Upcoming Shows - this friday!

Happy spring everyone! It's been a little bit, and we hope all is well. We've been recording, and should have a cd in the near future (yay). :) We also wanted to let you know about s...
Posted by Carrie Lydon on Tue, 02 May 2006 04:43:00 PST

Playing at Women's Week 2006 - Music Night @ Doc's - Muncie, IN

Posted by Carrie Lydon on Wed, 22 Mar 2006 01:25:00 PST

March 6 - Ladies Night at the Big Horse - Come on' out!

3.6.06 * big horse lounge * 9pm featuring: Carrie Lydon and Kate RickenbackerShelley MillerKitty MortlandLily SchafferJill Cunningham...
Posted by Carrie Lydon on Sat, 25 Feb 2006 11:36:00 PST