Sound Advice: Cincinnati Musician Annie D Brings Unique Sound to Southgate House Revival

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Annie D is performing at the Southgate House Revival on July 7.

This story is featured in CityBeat's June 28 print edition.

A high-energy set of stellar indie pop songs is what you’ll experience at the Southgate House Revival on Friday, July 7. Annie D (AKA Ann Driscoll), along with bandmates and local legends Chris Robinson on guitar and vocals, Patrick Zopff on bass, Erin Williams on keyboards and Zach Larabee on drums will perform her rocking and catchy original songs in a manner that is powerful, polished and genuinely entertaining.

Annie D began her musical journey at the age of 7 with guitar lessons, and soon after started writing her own songs. Not long after, Annie D also began playing the bass, piano and drums. Then, at age 11, she got a Fostex 4-track tape recorder, and with her well-honed multi-instrumental abilities, began making demos of original music. The upright double bass played a big role in Annie D’s musical development. She took formal double bass lessons from Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra bassist Debbie Taylor and jazz legend Michael Scharfe and landed a position in the Cincinnati Symphony Youth Orchestra, where she would perform throughout her high school years.

Annie D has many musical influences. She was introduced to The Beatles by her parents and discovered Nirvana and Stone Temple Pilots via her older brother. As time went on she developed an interest in a variety of artists. From Radiohead, Stevie Wonder, Fiona Apple and musical theater to Nine Inch Nails, The Knife and Beach House, Annie D over the years has drawn inspiration from just about every corner of the musical realm. But, Annie D has a voice all her own. Her music is singular, creative and instantly recognizable. This show is not to be missed.

Annie D, along with Daisychain and Jess Lamb & The Factory, plays the Southgate House Revival at 9 p.m. July 7. Info: southgatehouse.com.