Mikaela Davis

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Mikaela Davis
Born Rochester, NY, U.S.A.
Genres Indie, alt-country, jam band, Rock
Occupation(s)Musician, harpist, vocalist, songwriter, producer
Instrument(s)Harp, vocals, piano
Years active2012–present
Labels Kill Rock Stars, Rounder
Website Official Website

Mikaela Davis is an American musician, harpist, songwriter, vocalist and producer best known for work with the band Southern Star. [1]

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Education

Davis is a classically trained harpist [2] and studied at the Crane School of Music. [3]

Recognition

The 2023 release And Southern Star was well received with Pitchfork calling it "stirring" with "warm, inviting songs". [4] Glide Magazine recognized And Southern Star as one of the top 20 indie records of 2023 and called it "pure artistry". [5]

Southern Star

Southern Star is based in Rochester, New York and have been playing together since 2012. Its members are Alex Coté (drums), Kurt Johnson (pedal steel guitar, electric guitar), Shane McCarthy (bass), and Cian McCarthy (electric guitar, 12 string electric guitar, vocals). [1]

Discography

Associated acts

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