Mikaela Davis | |
|---|---|
| Born | Rochester, NY, U.S.A. |
| Genres | Indie, alt-country, Rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, harpist, vocalist, songwriter, producer |
| Instrument(s) | Harp, vocals, piano |
| Years active | 2012–present |
| Labels | Kill Rock Stars, Rounder |
| Website | Official Website |
Mikaela Davis (born April 9, 1992) is an American musician, harpist, songwriter, vocalist and producer. Pitchfork describes her music as "rugged alt-country, twangy roots rock, paisley-bedecked Laurel Canyon psychedelia, and jam-band choogle, always staying anchored in the interplay between the stringed instruments."[1] [2]
Education
[edit]Davis is a classically trained harpist[3] and studied at the Crane School of Music.[4]
Recognition
[edit]The 2023 release And Southern Star was well received with Pitchfork calling it "stirring" with "warm, inviting songs".[5] Glide Magazine recognized And Southern Star as one of the top 20 indie records of 2023 and called it "pure artistry".[6]
Discography
[edit]- Mikaela Davis (2012)[7]
- Fortune Teller (2014)[8]
- Delivery (2018)[9]
- And Southern Star (2023)[10][11]
Associated acts
[edit]- Bob Weir[12][13][14]
- Phil Lesh[15]
- Grateful Shred[16]
- Circles Around the Sun[17]
- The Decemberists
- Christian McBride
- Marco Benevento
References
[edit]- ^ "Album Review: 'And Southern Star' Album Review". Pitchfork. Retrieved August 9, 2023.
- ^ "ALBUM REVIEW: 'And Southern Star' Finds Mikaela Davis at Home With Harp and Harmonies". No Depression. August 2, 2023. Retrieved December 15, 2023.
- ^ "On The Verge: Mikaela Davis". Relix Media. November 12, 2018. Retrieved December 15, 2023.
- ^ "Music | SUNY Potsdam". www.potsdam.edu. Retrieved December 15, 2023.
- ^ "Mikaela Davis: And Southern Star". Pitchfork. Retrieved December 15, 2023.
- ^ "The Glide 20- Glide's 20 Best Album for 2023 - Mikaela Davis, Cory Hanson, Duane Betts, Genesis Owusu, Wednesday, shame & More". Glide Magazine. November 27, 2023. Retrieved December 15, 2023.
- ^ "Mikaela Davis - Mikaela Davis Self Released", Discogs, retrieved February 25, 2024
- ^ "Mikaela Davis - Fortune Teller (album review)", Sputnikmusic, retrieved March 7, 2025
- ^ "Mikaela Davis - Delivery Album Reviews, Songs & More", AllMusic, retrieved December 15, 2023
- ^ "Mikaela Davis - Southern Star Album Reviews, Songs & More", AllMusic, retrieved December 15, 2023
- ^ "Mikaela Davis Creates a New Blueprint for And Southern Star". PopMatters. September 26, 2023. Retrieved December 16, 2023.
- ^ "Mikaela Davis Joins Bob Weir and the Wolf Brothers in Syracuse". NYS Music. November 12, 2018. Retrieved December 15, 2023.
- ^ "Watch Mikaela Davis Join Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros At The Cap For Gorgeous Takes On Grateful Dead Classics". JamBase. Retrieved December 15, 2023.
- ^ "Bob Weir And Wolf Bros w/ Mikaela Davis: Tiny Desk Concert". NPR. March 2, 2020. Retrieved December 15, 2023.
- ^ "Watch Mikaela Davis Lead Harp-Infused 'Bird Song' With Phil Lesh & Friends". JamBase. Retrieved December 15, 2023.
- ^ "Skull & Roses Presents Oteil & Friends, Latin Dead, Grateful Shred Featuring Mikaela Davis and More (A Gallery)". Relix Media. April 21, 2023. Retrieved December 15, 2023.
- ^ "Circles Around the Sun Team up with Mikaela Davis and Southern Star for Joint Tour". Jambands. November 29, 2023. Retrieved December 15, 2023.