Lakin is one of those rare artists that can be both raw and refined—expressing deeply personal truths with poetic lyrics and stately songwriting. Garnering favorable comparisons to John Mayer, Sara Bareilles, & Alicia Keys, Lakin has the distinction of opening for such acts as Sheryl Crow, Colbie Caillat, Brian McKnight, & Gladys Knight. In addition to these marquee engagements, Lakin remains a fixture around college campuses, having played 100 colleges across the US over the past few years.
A native Southern Californian, Lakin grew up in a musical household. Her father is an accomplished jazz musician who toured with George Benson. Lakin’s mother taught her how to play piano, and introduced her to the cathartic process of writing poetry.
Her latest album, Silent Conversations, showcases these influences, engaging the painfully challenging intersection between love and loss. This aptly-titled collection of folk-influenced soul-pop unfolds a narrative of salvation through honesty.
Maddie & Tae, Women Rock The Forts Tour
Chase Bryant, Ft. Wainwright
Johnnyswim, Lestat's
Sheila E., The Fox Theater
Colbie Caillat, The Fox Theater
Gladys Knight, The Fox Theater
Sheryl Crow, The Fox Theater
Jared Young, Saint Rocke
Sean Kelley, Saint Rocke
Kem, Riverside Municipal Auditorium
Will Downing, The Grove
The Whispers, Riverside Municipal Auditorium
Teena Marie, The Grove
Brian McKnight, The Grove