Niki Kaos
Deb Cavanaugh – Xperience History – by Niki Kaos. Originally published in November 2022. I met Deb when she was performing in the duo Cavanaugh and Kavanaugh at the RPI Community and Cultural Center. It was an eclectic music event, and I was drawn to Deb’s easy-going vibe. We later grew closer when my son […]
Mt. Ida Preservation Hall – an Xperience Interview – by Niki Kaos. I met Michael Easterbrook when renting the Mt. Ida Preservation Hall for the “Moochie the Dumpster Kat” musical premiere. He was easy to work with, and I was excited to learn about how this community space at 548 Congress Street in Troy has […]
Liz Conant – Xperience History – by Niki Kaos. Originally published May 2022. Liz Conant is a force of nature, combining thoughtful musicianship with heartfelt, emotive performances. While owning and managing The Studio in Greenfield Center, her work has provided an environment for musicians to thrive just outside of Saratoga Springs. She is a mom […]
Bianca Del Rio – Interview – Xpererience – by Niki Kaos. Bianca Del Rio is an icon of the drag world. I first discovered her watching season 6 of Ru Paul’s Drag Race – and instantly fell in love with her sharp wit, brash style and the “it” factor great comedians bring to the stage. […]
Vibes and No Fun – PapaSweenBean’s Friday Night – by Liam Sweeny. I like chronicling my Friday nights for a number of reasons. I used to be a bit of a recluse. I was that guy who promised my friends I’d go to their show and stare down the long hallway to the front door […]
Victoria Huston-Elem (Les Miserable – Madame Thenardier) By Niki Kaos – by Niki Kaos. RRX: Les Miserable is one of the best known and longest running shows in musical history. Survival and love against the tumultuous backdrop of 19th century France, this show is packed with drama. Victoria Huston-Elem takes on the iconic role of […]
Tracy Bonham – Part Two – An Xperience Interview – by Niki Kaos. In Part one of my interview with Tracy Bonham, we talk about the challenges of being swept up in the music industry’s hit making machine after the success of “Mother Mother”. The conversation continues as I learn how Bonham took control of […]
Tracy Bonham – Part Two – A Special Xperience Interview – by Niki Kaos. Tracy Bonham knows a thing or two about writing catchy songs with smart lyrics that make you feel like you’re in on the joke with her: the kind of sarcasm tinged with an authentic examination of self and relationship that the […]