Hometown: Chicago, IL
Website: www.ripleycaine.com
Sounds Like: Edie Brickell and New Bohemians, I Love PJ Harvey, My Brightest Diamond, Suzanne Vega, JoniMitchell.com
Genre: Indie
For almost 20 years, Ripley Caine’s unique songwriting has turned heads in Chicago and throughout the Midwest. Her distinctive blend of influences, distilled from rockers such as PJ Harvey and Joni Mitchell, as well as a veritable who’s who of independent acoustic and electric singer-songwriters, have put her acclaimed releases and unforgettable live performances squarely at the forefront of the Chicagoland music scene. Now, Caine returns with the most exciting release of her career: “Bravo,” a rich, expansive effort inclusive of all facets of Caine’s amazing craft.