ALLISON RUSSELL
Artist Vocals
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON CISTERN YARD Allison Russell
June 1, 9:00pm 1 hour, 15 minutes Performed without an intermission
ALLISON RUSSELL is an artist, activist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist of extraordinary power, talent, and grace. A founding member of the acclaimed groups Our Native Daughters and Birds of Chicago, the Montreal native has emerged as a potent force among creative circles worldwide. On her three-time Grammy nominated debut solo album, Outside Child, (Fantasy, 2021), Russell shares the harrowing story of her abusive childhood in a deeply moving, unforgettable song-cycle of courage, empathy, hope, and love. In January 2022, Russell announced signing with publishing house Macmillan Flatiron for the release of her upcoming memoir.
Sponsored by First Citizens Bank Programming at the College of Charleston Cistern Yard is kindly endowed by Carlos, Lisa, and Blake Evans. This performance is made possible in part through funds from the Spoleto Festival USA Endowment, generously supported by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Wells Fargo, and Bank of America.
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