the Informer

Daria Musk is a Connecticut native whose 2009 EP blends smooth sounds that come from the heart. (Courtesy of Myspace.com/Dariamusk)

One of southwestern Connecticut’s best kept musical secrets hailing from Newtown and boasting an amazing set of vocals is none other than Daria Musk. A genuine singer and songwriter, Daria Musk can ease even the most tangled mind with her poetic lyrics translated into soothing clever melodies.

Accompanied only by her bassist on stage, Daria’s guitar playing style perfectly matches her storytelling songs. With a very stripped down subtle sound, I was completely shocked the first time I saw her perform. I found myself wondering how in the world a person could generate a sound like that and I have been hooked ever since.

With a head full of memories and a heart full of emotion it is quite apparent that Daria Musk completely captures the attention of audiences as soon as she strikes up the first chord of her set. At the helm of a crowded club, it seems as if Musk is playing in front of a mirror as she just smiles and lets the stage blend into the crowd. As comfortable as if she’s playing alone, Daria Musk delivers her message beautifully.

Happy to share her story with anyone willing to listen, I believe that Daria Musk has the potential to make so much more great music. Fairly new to the scene, it is already established in my mind that this girl is a natural songwriter. Letting the music take over and casually floating along for the ride, I find that this is the type of music that makes me feel carefree as it temporarily steals my attention and mutes my inner monologue.

It takes a great, undiscovered artist like this to remind me that there’s still some soul left in the world and that the mainstream static hasn’t completely numbed the purpose of what music is all about. A true pioneer and creative voice in independent music, Daria Musk makes it seem too easy.

Definitely on her way to bigger things, one thing remains constant, Daria Musk’s message and sound comes directly from her heart.