Kelly Redling

Richmond, VA / Art Director/Designer/Illustrator

This year–I found music. Or it found me. Or it was destiny.

Austin City Limits
More people, music, food, sun, and dirt than I’ve experienced since summer camp when I was 10; and it proved to me that you can, actually, over-dose on music after a few days. It was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had.

Devotchka
The one band I can put on and be instantly taken out of the moment. Great for cab rides, walks, and the middle of the work day.

Camera Obscura
A mix of what I imagine my Mom listened to in the 70’s, and my musical taste now.

Andrew Bird
Standing on the hill at Austin City Limits, sweating through my tank top, when a cool breeze hits me and the shrill, melodic sound of Andrew Bird’s whistle wafts over me. It was fleeting.

Amos Lee
Makes me want to sing, want to live in Philly, and want to want for things.

Paulo Nutini
Reminds me of most of my old boyfriends. Specifically, the summertime entertainment boyfriends that I had convinced myself had some greater purpose other than to kill boredom.

Blonde Redhead
Short, white shorts on thin long legs.

Spoon
“I Turn My Camera On”—makes you want to move around the room. Amazing for spontaneous dance parties.

The Gotan Project
The soundtrack for my alter ego—the one that’s a spy.

Nina Simone remixed
Playing loud in the flat we stayed at in Moscow, Russia—bright sun, strange letters, and the odd pairing of sultry Nina Simone and techno beats for breakfast.

Beyonce
“To the Left.” introduced to me at a Moscow night club from one of the cities biggest socialites, she was wearing gold heels, and a fur wrap. She couldn’t believe I didn't know this song.