Songs in Boxes, Stories in Motion: The Journey of Lori & The Darlings

Singer‑songwriter Lori Keisler of Lori & The Darlings joins us for a heartfelt conversation about the unexpected spark that launched her band, the decades of songwriting she’s carried with her, and the emotional weight of performing original music.She shares how a chance online‑dating encounter during COVID led to the song “Chocolate Covered Blueberries,” which in turn inspired her to finally bring her long‑hidden catalog of songs to life.From growing up watching her father record demos on a four‑track, to performing in a family band, to taking a decade‑long hiatus to raise her kids, Lori walks us through the winding path that shaped her as an artist. We dive into her creative process, the band’s dynamic, the challenge of balancing life and music, and the excitement of their upcoming six‑song album.Recorded ahead of their final show of the year at the Oddfellow Concert Lounge, this episode captures Lori’s passion for storytelling, her love of love songs, and her mission to make sure her music doesn’t “collect dust in boxes” any longer.