LEYA (Live)
she/her + he/him
Thurs May 29 | de Brakke Grond
LEYA - the duo of harpist Marilu Donovan and vocalist/violinist Adam Markiewicz - has long occupied a dreamstate realm, blending Medieval-sounding origins with modern folk, classical, pop, and more. During FIBER Festival, the duo will perform material from their latest release I Forget Everything, containing elements of electronic production while remaining rooted in harp, strings, and voice as the sole source of these sounds.
The basis of LEYA is the unique tuning system of the harp, designed by Donovan for the project, which pairs with the distinctly wide, operatic singing range of Markiewicz, who further blends these vocals with processed violin tones. Their new work regards a “haven scorned,” shifting in perspective between the larger world and one that is private, even imagined. A reaction to calamity, it imagines that abandonment is necessary.
About the artist
The avant-pop duo have defied expectations throughout their career, obtaining a singular, legendary status for their unmistakably beautiful and disturbing work. From deep roots in the NYC underground to international recognition as a crossover force, their work has found its way into spaces ranging from the club to fashion runways and beyond.
Through two studio albums, two EPs, a mixtape and a flurry of collaborations, they have traced almost every genre of contemporary music. The duo’s long list of cohorts includes Eartheater, Actress, Ecco2K, Brooke Candy (via PornHub), Sega Bodega, Varg2TM, Claire Rousay, Okay Kaya, and many more.
