Kami Lyle

Kami Lyle traded Girl Scouts for a trumpet at age nine, setting her on a musical journey that led from Minneapolis to Nashville and beyond. A graduate of Berklee College of Music, she found her voice in singing and songwriting. In Nashville, she made waves at The Bluebird and landed deals with Criterion Music Corp. and MCA/Universal Music. Her debut album, "Blue Cinderella," produced by Hugh Padgham, earned acclaim and VH1 airplay. Now residing in Cape Cod, her eclectic influences range from Lizzo to Chet Baker. A seasoned songwriter, her tracks have graced screens big and small, and she's shared stages with luminaries like Shawn Colvin and Lyle Lovett. Kami Lyle and Friends (Joey Spampinato, Jerome Deupree, Barbara Blaisdell, and Tim Utt) were honored to be invited to perform at The Continental Club for the South by Southwest Conference & Festival in March of 2023. They have a blast performing together and can currently be seen at the beautiful Boston Harbor Distillery. https://www.kamilyle.net/ Syd Straw's musical odyssey began with the Golden Palominos in the 1980s, led by Anton Fier. Since her debut album, "War and Peace," in 1996, her folk-rock and blues-rock fusion has resonated with Triple-A radio audiences nationwide. Born and raised in LA, Syd's talent drew her to New York in 1978. Her career blossomed singing for Pat Benatar and later with the Golden Palominos alongside Michael Stipe and Matthew Sweet. She's graced albums by Vic Chesnutt, Wilco, and Rickie Lee Jones. With her distinctive voice and songwriting, Syd's self-produced albums, like "War and Peace" and "Pink Velour," showcase her rootsy sound. Her musical journey continues to captivate audiences, promising even greater acclaim ahead.