Southcoast Artists Index

In this episode, we sit down with local singer-songwriter and performer Kiah Allaire to talk about her growing musical journey, creative inspirations, and passion for the performing arts. From regular appearances at local open mics to performing at the Roots and Branches Festival, Kiah shares how she's found her voice as a songwriter and the importance of putting yourself out there creatively. Kiah discusses the stories and inspiration behind three original songs, "Coconuts in California," "Great Escape," and "Sunshine Fevers," offering insight into her songwriting process and how spontaneous ideas can turn into meaningful music. She also talks about her involvement with Stellar Studios and an upcoming production of The SpongeBob Musical. Throughout the conversation, Kiah shares an encouraging message about creativity, self-expression, and why the arts should be accessible to everyone. Whether you're an experienced performer or someone who's never stepped up to a microphone, her message is simple: you don't have to be perfect to create something meaningful. Sometimes, you just have to give it a try.

Sarah Donner is an alt-pop singer-songwriter known for blending playful, nerdy humor with heartfelt ballads, bright melodies, and energetic instrumentals. Embracing her inner cat lady, Sarah has carved out a unique space in the music world with songs that celebrate geek culture, animals, and her distinctive sense of humor. Her music has been featured by Conan O'Brien's blog, NPR, BuzzFeed, i09, Showtime, and CBS. Sarah gained widespread online recognition with viral favorites like Sarah Donner and the Sleepy Kitten and The Motherf**cking Pterodactyl Song, co-written with The Oatmeal, earning more than four million YouTube views. A graduate of Westminster Choir College, Sarah began her musical journey in musical theatre before developing her signature sound as a singer-songwriter. Her work combines musical versatility, offbeat storytelling, and infectious personality, making her a memorable voice in the independent music scene. Sarah's Website: https://www.sarahdonner.com/

Eric Beau: A Lifelong Musician Bringing the Energy of a Full Band to the Southcoast Raised in Southcoast Massachusetts, Eric Beau has been making music for more than 30 years. His musical journey began with a memorable high school talent show performance of "Piano Man," which helped spark a passion that would follow him throughout his life. While attending Norwich University, Eric co-founded the band Old City Sound, performing at pubs and ski lodges throughout Vermont and opening for national acts including Dropkick Murphys, Our Lady Peace, and Lee Greenwood. After graduation, Eric dedicated much of his career to military service and currently serves as a Lieutenant Colonel in the National Guard. Despite his demanding career, music has remained a constant passion. Today, performing as BEAU, he brings a dynamic solo rock show to breweries, vineyards, restaurants, and festivals throughout the Southcoast. Through professionally crafted looping arrangements, he recreates the energy and sound of a full band in a solo performance. For Eric, every performance is about more than just playing music. His goal is to create an engaging, memorable experience that keeps audiences entertained and brings them back for more. With decades of musical experience and a unique approach to live performance, BEAU continues to bring rock energy to venues and audiences across the region.

Dave Sterenchock is a songwriter and storyteller who turns personal experiences into honest, relatable music. His songs explore love, heartbreak, relationships, and the complicated emotions that come with trying to make sense of them. With a candid and often humorous approach to songwriting, Dave isn't afraid to tackle the realities of love and loss. His song "She Doesn't Know Where My Heart Is" captures the frustration and disillusionment of a relationship that has lost its connection, blending vulnerability with a sharp sense of wit—including the memorable line, "but my cardiologist does." Dave's music reflects the ups and downs of relationships through straightforward lyrics and genuine emotion. Whether he's writing about love, separation, or the feeling of being misunderstood, his songs offer an authentic look at life, relationships, and everything in between.

What happens when movement becomes a form of art, education, and community connection? In this episode, we sit down with a movement educator, coach, and small business owner, Juliet Loranger, who has been teaching in downtown New Bedford since 2009. Through yoga, somatics, and sports, they explore the science, social impact, and creative possibilities of movement with both teens and adults. Juliet Loranger is a movement educator, coach, and small business owner who has been teaching and cultivating movement practices in downtown New Bedford since 2009. Her work explores the science, social impact, and creative possibilities of yoga, somatics, and sports, while educating both local youth and adults. She also serves as the head field hockey coach at Fairhaven High School. Juliet's passion for movement has recently expanded into Move Back Home, a collaborative performance art and somatic movement project created alongside local youth from the nonprofit she founded and elders in the community. Blending interpretive dance, movement education, and performance, the project explores the connections between movement, creativity, community, and different generations. For Juliet, movement is about more than the final performance. It is about the process of learning, creating, connecting, and discovering what the body can communicate. #MoveBackHome #MovementAsArt #SomaticMovement #Yoga #InterpretiveDance #PerformanceArt #MovementEducation #CommunityArt #NewBedford #NewBedfordMA #LocalArtists #ArtsAndCulture #CreativeMovement #YouthArts #CommunityConnection