King Whale -- Ep. #96

This week I chatted with Maria Petrisor, who has made a name for herself in the Irish music scene. Blending the styles of pop & R&B and now breaking into the London scene, she’s conquering a whole new territory one release at a time. Maria’s Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6DQx7Osg7SaYHqVQRqNrrv?si=rCaeLl5vRfWrrgA_94IQDw Instagram: instagram.com/mariapetrisor_  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Maria-ng5gh 

This week I chatted with Faith Kayrooz, a Brisbane born-and-raised singer/songwriter. Sitting very comfortably in the folk & country space, she’s a true storyteller and musician. Riding the high of an EP release, she’s working to build her catalog and musical footprint one release at a time. Faith’s Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6vvUHmX6eznYBmQymBBCTQ Instagram: instagram.com/faithkayrooz 

This week I chatted with John Marland, a one-man indie rocker who doubles as a free spirited songwriter. Influenced by the sounds of the 70s with some ear candy flavor of the 60s, he’s like a true cross between modern artist and an old soul.John’s Links: Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/5QmlPt5KHhZWZBorBKKIU7?si=Dmlnbl05RnOeviV6JvhRRQ Instagram:instagram.com/johnmarlandguitar 

This week I chatted with Rebekah Jon, a midwest born-and-raised singer/songwriter. Finding a true home in music, she invites a sense of self-exploration from behind her guitar.  Rebekah’s Links:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5fNtkt6axFr1Ap0zbBQJ3u?si=GjI-jRXIQ4Ckix6D_BWKWA  Instagram: instagram.com/rebekahjonmusic  Website: https://www.rebekahjon.com/ 

This week I chatted with Luke Woltanski, a Michigan born and based singer/songwriter with a deep musical background. Playing hundreds of shows a year, he’s known for taking an audience by storm with his captivating performance and true gift of storytelling.  Luke’s Links:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/70846y3TENFJTV23F2dPRo?si=roMy0MFWRN2iSWFs7IX-ew  Instagram: instagram.com/lukewoltanskimusic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lukewoltanskimusic  Website: https://www.lukewoltanski.com 

This week I chatted with Tamieyah, a soulful singer/songwriter from Dallas. Expanding her catalog one R&B banger at a time, she’s truly a force to be reckoned with.  Tamieyah’s Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4AMgNFxzJCWkVySRnfQOBD  Instagram: instagram.com/tamieyah  TikTok: tiktok.com/tamieyahmusic 

This week I chatted with TJ Fink, an Asheville born-and-raised and Nashville-based singer/songwriter. From playing in a jam band to writing his own songs, he’s covered a lot of bases and is chasing after even more.  TJ’s Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/45FcTaKFmsvCvisxYg8RSv?si=KnXxjtPxR_m-t_xNt6IP3g  Instagram: instagram.com/tj.fink  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@tjfinkmusic?si=QFCJth3Yb8i6M3cb 

This week I chatted with King Whale, a Charlotte-based artist and musician. With influences varying from Lupe Fiasco to Miles Davis, he’s blending styles and bending the rules with a plan to inspire.  King Whale’s Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4vFhKglzYKTztw9F7kEs69?si=sICYI0TDRg6nORuoI21S7Q  Instagram: instagram.com/whaleisking  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@whaletheking?si=56Mcka3TarKgl8NX 

This week I chatted with Ele Ivory, a Nashville-based singer/songwriter and musician. With a passion for both words and music, she is constantly exploring what it means to be human with her piano-driven pop songs.  Ele’s Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7k1QAD4VmZAlO7YJKht8mg  Instagram: @eleivorymusic TikTok: @eleivory YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Lx-VGu5KxU 

This week I chatted with Bryce Fleming, an OC-born who’s music taste is as eccentric as it comes. Writing songs in styles that are all across the board, she blends her biggest influences into tracks packed full of feeling and lyrics that will hit you in just the right way.  Bryce’s Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7tySWArQA702tCflaM8n33  TikTok: tiktok.com/bryce.l.fleming  Instagram: instagram.com/bryce.l.fleming