9 O'clock Meltdown

<p>Nick and Ren Howl are back with a new sound and act. Between Howls is an acoustic husband-and-wife duo formally from California. </p><p>Nick and Ren were the driving force behind One Less Guest in Duluth, MN, before departing for southern CA. </p><p>But now, they are back in Duluth, MN with a new sound and album on the way. Between Howls is sure to entertain near and far. </p><p>Check out their music here: </p><p>https://www.betweenhowls.com/</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe</a>

<p>Garage Dolls is a new band out of Duluth, MN. Fronted by Jade and Anya, they have taken their passion for creating music to a new level. </p><p>With an EP and several singles out, the girls are working on another EP with a more acoustic feel. </p><p>Check them out on iTunes or Amazon today! </p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe</a>

<p>Kelly is the newest general manager of The Edge Magazine out of Minneapolis. </p><p>"The magazine is about spiritual practices and stories." </p><p>Kelly first got in touch with the magazine years ago and then became a part of it. </p><p>"I send out each hard copy, address them, and mail them." </p><p>Kelly also hosts a spiritual journey webinar. </p><p>You can check out The Edge Magazine here: </p><p>https://www.edgemagazine.net</p><p>/</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe</a>

<p>Katy Vernon is a Minneapolis-based musician. </p><p>“I write honest songs but accompany myself on the ukulele; it's a bouncy, fun instrument. And I’msinging about alcoholism and mental health.” </p><p>Katy started writing music at a young age. “I started writing poems and songs when I was twelve; it was a way for me to express my inner thoughts and feelings.”</p><p>Katy moved to the States when she met and married her husband, and she started taking music seriously during that time. </p><p>“I’ve been writing and performing music for over twenty years.” </p><p>Katy also performs in an ABBA tribute band, as well as solo projects and band projects. </p><p>You can check out her music here: </p><p>http://katyvernon.com/</p><p></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe</a>

<p>Gaelynn Lea is a violinist, vocalist, composer, and activist. She’s played in a few bands in Duluth, including Murder of Crows (with Allan Sparhawk of Low), Sobarn, and her own solo projects. </p><p>She started playing violin in school and continued into adulthood. “I hold it like a cello.” </p><p>Gaelynn gained more traction with activism when she gave a speech in Duluth about living with a disability. “I was surprised just how many people didn’t understand or even realize.” </p><p>Since then, Gaelynn has been able to travel with her husband, Paul, doing shows, speeches, and theater. </p><p>“Community and Inclusiveness are my main focus. I can only hope that one day everything will be inclusive.” </p><p>Gaelynn’s recent work has been in writing. “I’m working on a memoir, but I also have Substack.” </p><p>Check out Gaelynn’s work here: </p><p>https://violinscratches.com/</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">crystalabernethy.substack.com/subscribe</a>