The pandemic hasn’t given us a lot to celebrate, but one thing that has got me excited is watching businesses and industries pivot. I miss the thrill of live gigs, which are still far too few and far between for my tastes, but I’ve been devouring live streams and recorded shows on YouTube. The latest videos to cross my path are the Dark Alley Sessions, a series of intimate short gigs recorded in Port Macquarie record store, Dark Alley Collectables.
The mid-North Coast town was the hub of a vibrant music scene that many of us never had the opportunity to experience. Through the Dark Alley Sessions, we can. The latest episode features mikk, a brilliant young singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer. Her three songs, including a breathtaking cover of Bon Iver’s “Heavenly Father” have me wanting more. Thankfully she’ll release an EP coming out soon to scratch that itch.
And that’s just for starters. The Dark Alley Sessions YouTube channel features several performances and interviews showcasing the talents of up-and-coming artists who might otherwise slip under your radar. Give them a follow and catch up on all their great clips!
Image used with permission from RAWR Music