Oona Garthwaite is a Bay Area gem with a knockout voice that packs grit, power, and a hint of whimsy. She pairs must-dance rhythms and soulful melodies with stories of heartbreak, history, and joyful independence. The result? Utterly electrifying tunes for a night out, and deep reflective cuts perfect for iPod downtime.Born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, Oona spent her early years singing Beatles and Aretha over the blues progressions she'd learned from her father. With time, she etched out the tight rhymes and rapid-fire delivery that would become a trademark of her songs.Oona is that rare performer who is at once candid and dazzling onstage. Increasingly a favorite among San Francisco's live music crowd, she has not released much recorded material. Yet Oona's collaboration with Dave Tweedie, "Haunting Me", appeared on Fox's So You Think You Can Dance.Oona consistently garners comparisons to music legends Carol King and Janis Joplin. Her music is a modern take on classic songwriting.File Under: Pop / Soul / Rock / Electro
Sounds like: Regina Spektor buys Cee-Lo a drink.
Genres:
Indie Pop, Indie Rock Sponsored by SideCho, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter (female)
Setup Requirements:
None Listed
