Mary Ocher (Berlin / Russia), Eli Wills - live @ FREMONT ABBEY

MARY OCHER: maryocher.com

Throughout her career, Ocher has collaborated with a diverse array of artists including post-rock giants Mogwai, electronic moguls Red Axes, psych/rocknroll guru King Khan, avant-garde legends Die Tödliche Doris, Julia Kent and Felix Kubin and many more, showcasing her versatility and passionate commitment to the preservation of underground music. With a repertoire ranging from traditional folk to raw '60s garage, from ambient soundscapes with ethereal vocals to experimental pop infused with African and South American rhythms, Mary Ocher orchestrates a sonic tapestry like no other. Her records are often accompanied by texts / essays - Artist Bio

More Info:

Mary Ocher is known for her eclectic mix of experimental, avant-garde, and folk influences, blending elements of post-punk, cabaret, and electronic music. If you're looking for musicians with a similar style or vibe, here are a few artists and bands you might enjoy:

-Bjork, Yeah Yeah Yeah's, Portishead, Dirty Projectos, Anna von Hausswolff,  Fever Ray (Karin Dreijer)
-Bat for Lashes (Natasha Khan)
-Chelsea Wolfe
-Trixie Whitley, Julia Holter
-Similarities: The Knife, like Mary Ocher, is known for pushing boundaries in terms of both sound and concept, with their work often veering into politically charged and avant-garde territory.These artists have a diverse range of sounds, but they all share a willingness to experiment, blend genres, and explore emotional or existential themes. If you enjoy Mary Ocher's unique approach to music, you may find these artists equally intriguing.

ELI WILLS: www.instagram.com/lovelisounds 

"Eli Wills aka loveli is a prolific musician, DJ and music producer, taking influence from nature and the vast variety of human experience to inspire their music and mixes. They have been processing their emotions and creating worlds through music for most of their life and release their more ambient folk music under their given name. Hailing from Coast Salish People's land Eli makes music as an offering to that which connects us all. Blending the introspective storytelling of a singer-songwriter with a passion for electronic music, Eli weaves together ethereal melodies and dreamy ambient soundscapes, creating a captivating sonic diary for listeners to immerse themselves in. With heartfelt lyrics that touch the depths of emotion, Eli's music invites you into a world of love and introspection, where every song becomes a window into their soul, a celebration of magical multiplicity." - Artist Bio 

@ Fremont Abbey Arts Center

7p doors, 8p show

All ages, seating available, bar w/ID

ABBEY ARTS EVENT INFO:

• Fremont Abbey is ADA accessible on either level.
• For most events we have a mix of padded chairs and standing room.
• Seating is not guaranteed or reserved unless noted.
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• Phone and video may be permitted for some shows, from the standing area only please.
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