Interview: Micki Balder

Singer-songwriter Micki Balder joined Sanford Baran live in the KGNU studio to share heartfelt songs from her latest album and reflect on the emotional depth in her songwriting. Known for crafting “sad songs for happy people and occasionally happy songs for sad people,” Balder discussed how she finds joy in embracing both light and dark emotions through music. She performed three originals—“Take It or Leave It,” “Looking for You,” and “The Beautiful Place”—each showcasing her lyrical sensitivity and rich vocal style, offering listeners a glimpse into her personal and poetic musical world.