Nicole Nussbaum
Future Friday
Early Riser is band from Brooklyn, NY founded in 2014 by Kiri Oliver (vocals/guitar) and Heidi Vanderlee (cello/vocals) and later joined by Nicole Nussbaum (bass/vocals) and Mikey Erg (drums/vocals). Their debut album, Currents , introduced listeners to their unique style of cello-driven pop-punk, full of catchy melodies, soaring vocal harmonies, and uplifting, relatable lyrics.
Their 2021 follow-up, Vocations , hones in on their strengths and then amplifies them, with a fuller sound, four-part vocals, and lyrics that dig into the challenges of life but ultimately focus on the way forward. It’s a powerful love letter to self-acceptance and the decision to double down on what’s important to you.
They've played The Fest and Montreal’s Pouzza Fest and shared stages with artists including The Hold Steady, Anti-Flag, Spanish Love Songs, Onelinedrawing, War on Women, The Homeless Gospel Choir, Chris Farren, and Jay Gonzalez. (Photo credit: Toni Skotcher)
Nicole Nussbaum
Future Friday