Living in the Limelight

Perfect Animal Band (Jan. 2023)

Perfect Animal is an Atlanta-based indie rock band that just recently formed in October of 2022, although the musical roots for the members run deep.  They spend lots of time creating and recording new music and have an ambitious release schedule of a new song roughly every 6 weeks!  The band prides itself on producing music that uses raw emotions and real life experiences that surely will resonate with their listeners.  Look for their upcoming EP to be released on January 20th, 2023, titled “Handmade.” Enjoy this conversation with Eric (lead vocals, guitar) and David (lead guitar).
We discuss their music, gear, music videos and so much more.  Tune in!

ellakate (Dec. 2022)

Ella Greenbaum, artistically known as ellakate, is an alternative pop singer-songwriter born, raised and based in Atlanta, Georgia. Growing up with musical parents and a knack for creating and performing, ellakate found a passion for music that went beyond forcing her brothers to listen to her melodies as a child. “When my dad first explained what the song ‘Brandy’ by Looking Glass was about, I discovered the magic of storytelling in song writing. I have been singing and making up songs for as long as I can remember,” said ellakate about her innate talents. She has written hundreds of songs since her childhood exploring topics that coincide with the journey of growing up and finding love, filling piles of notebooks in her room with song lyrics. ellakate’s songs recount stories and experiences that may have not happened to her, but are inspired by events that have impacted her. Her voice has been compared to a “young Amy Winehouse”, showing her vocal prowess - honest and sensual, with a hint of innocence. Her sultry vocals mixed with her haunting, bold and romantic sound is reminiscent of artists like Billie Eilish, Tove Lo and Lana Del Rey. She has plans to release music throughout 2022 and 2023 and perform live shows in addition to casual appearances. ellakate is a breath of fresh air in the musical climate, writing exactly what we’re all thinking and spinning it in a mature, yet cheeky way.

Sasha Hurtado (Dec. 2022)

Sasha Hurtado is a rising independent recording artist and singer/songwriter from Georgia. Dubbed as "the Stolen One" on season 22 of The Voice, she began her journey with a two-chair turn by coaches Camila Cabello and John Legend during her blind audition and had chosen Camila as her coach. During her battle round, Sasha was then stolen by coach Gwen Stefani and John Legend having one steal left, and during the knockout rounds, he used it on Sasha saying "she was just too good to send home" which ultimately placed her within the top 16 for the live shows.
Sasha has become a seasoned performer with experience on stages and venues all over Georgia. Sasha’s Hispanic background lends to her love of blending genres and draws inspiration from a range of soulful, pop-filled, and indie artists that have helped carve out her own unique lane of artistic expression. 
In 2020, Sasha released her debut single called “Mr. No Good Guy” and her follow-up single, “First” in 2021. Fresh off the heels of The Voice live shows, Sasha is excited to  announce that her next single, "Going Through the Motions" is set to release on January 6, 2023! 
Enjoy this candid conversation about her time on The Voice, songwriting, and so much more!

Cat Carter (Dec. 2022)

Cat is a local folk soul artist based out of North Georgia. As a recent graduate of Berklee College of Music, she uses her knowledge and expertise of live performance paired with her songwriting skills to create a unique experience at each of her shows she plays across the southern United States. Cat is unlike any other, and dabbles in many different realms of the music world such as live and studio production, writing music for herself as well as other artists, playing multiple instruments, and even teaches music on the side of her live performances at Melomania music and arts in Cumming, Ga.

Coley Gilchrist (Dec. 2022)

A wonderful discussion with entertainment artist Coley Gilchrist.  Coley is a multi-faceted performer with skills across the spectrum of entertainment.  Enjoy listening to some tips about what to do and what not to do along with just getting to know what drives her every day to be her best.  Don't forget to check out www.livinginthelimelight.com for full information about Coley and how to reach her!  Also, please follow us on Instagram @living.in.the.limelight.show

Sarah Faith (Nov. 2022)

Sarah is an artist-songwriter that builds her musical catalog and sound around her life’s experiences.  As an independent Americana artist, Sarah has been strongly influenced by a diverse musical background, including blues and roots rock, folk, alt-country, and indie rock genres.
Sarah released her debut album, Lessons From The Archives, in June 2021. She is also the winner of Goodyear’s NATIONWIDE COMPETITION From Garage To Glory which afforded opportunities like performing twice at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, singing the National Anthem at the 2022 Cotton Bowl, and soooo much more. Intro music and closing music courtesy of Sarah, with her hit "I Can't."

Maria Deirisarri (Nov. 2022)

A wonderful conversation with 16 year-old rising star Maria Deirisarri about her dreams, ambitions, accomplishments, and everything in between.  Maria talks music, Lin-Manuel Miranda, gear, and a special project in the works!  Be sure to head to www.LivingintheLimelight.com to find Maria's page and links to connect directly with her!