Sirsy
Sirsy at the Gramercy Theatre 2013
Sirsy at the Gramercy Theatre 2013
Background information
OriginAlbany, New York, USA
GenresRock, pop, indie
Years active2000–present
Labelssirsymusic
Funzalo Records
MembersMelanie Krahmer
Richard Libutti
Websitesirsy.com

Sirsy (stylized as SIRSY) is an American rock duo from Albany, New York consisting of husband and wife Melanie Krahmer (vocals, drums, flute) and Rich Libutti (guitar, bass). During their live shows, Krahmer also plays bass on a keyboard with her drumstick and Libutti plays bass pedals with his feet.[1]

In addition to touring the East Coast of the United States, Sirsy has been the opening act for artists including Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, Maroon 5, Blues Traveler, Collective Soul, Cheap Trick, Vertical Horizon, Lifehouse, Undercover and Fuel.

The name Sirsy came from a childhood nickname of Krahmer, whose younger sister couldn't pronounce "sister."[2]

History

The band was formed in 2000.[2]

Originally the group played cover songs, but eventually began writing original material.

In 2000, the group released Baggage. In 2002, the group released Away from Here as well as a three-song DVD The Three Little Videos, and a live album, At This Time (Live). In 2004, they released Ruby.[2]

In 2010, Sirsy signed a record deal with Funzalo Records and re-released their then-most recent album Revolution, which was remastered by record producer Paul Q. Kolderie.[3]

On March 5, 2013, Sirsy released Coming Into Frame on Funzalo Records which was produced by grammy-winners Paul Q. Kolderie and Sean Slade.

Awards and recognition

Television appearances and films

Sirsy has written theme music for and appeared in promotional spots for Time Warner Cable and the WB Network.

Sirsy's music is used in Dorian Blues.[6]

In 2007, the band made its first national cable television appearance on the national cable network Your Music channel on the City Sessions series.

In January 2008, Sirsy made their first national television broadcast on Fearless Music. The program was shown in syndication on stations throughout the United States.

Sirsy appeared in the 2009 documentary So Right So Smart along with bands such as The Barenaked Ladies and Guster.

Sirsy's song "Cannonball" was used in the Showtime television show "Shameless" in 2016.[7]

Some Kind Of Winter was a members' feature on the WomanRock.com web site.

Revolution was used in 2007 on the Green Arrow radio podcast network.[8]

Discography

Baggage

Away From Here

At This Time

The 3 Little Videos

Ruby

Some Kind of Winter

Uncovered

Revolution[9]

Revolution (Remastered)

BYOB Collection

Coming Into Frame

Goner…and Other Sordid Delights

Sketches & Ghosts

Live in Youngstown

Like a Drum

References

  1. ^ Krahmer, Melanie (19 August 2013). "DRUMMERS, ON THE BEAT: Melanie Krahmer of Sirsy". Modern Drummer.
  2. ^ a b c Kergan, Wade. "Sirsy Biography by Wade Kergan". AllMusic.
  3. ^ Keyser, Tom (June 10, 2010). "SIRSY signed a record deal with Funzalo Records". Albany Times-Union.
  4. ^ "Press Quotes about Sirsy".
  5. ^ "2023 Eddies Awards Nominees/Winners". theeddiesawards.com. 2023. Retrieved 2023-07-06.
  6. ^ "Dorian Blues". IMDb.
  7. ^ "SIRSY". NPR Music.
  8. ^ "Sirsy….Revolution". Green Arrow radio.
  9. ^ a b c d Kirby, Neil (October 16, 2009). "Sirsy delivers 'sultry,' 'soulful' sound". The Saratogian.
  10. ^ "Discography".
  11. ^ Malachowski, David (May 15, 2013). "CD review: Sirsy's 'Coming Into Frame'". Times Union.

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