Sara Kays, Annie DiRusso @ Mercury Lounge

Kays’ first ep “A House Too Big” was released in 2018 and she has since released two more EPs. “Camera Shy” came out in 2021 and her newest EP “Struck by Lightning” in 2021. She also has a couple of singles including the popular hit “Home For The Summer.” With a strong social media presence, the singer-songwriter has garnered a lot of attention, especially on TikTok. Thanks to her virality, Kays has now amassed over 4 million listeners on Spotify as people feel connected to her songs. On the wide spectrum of pop, Kays sits strongly on the alternative side. A heavy lyrical focus combined with a light acoustic sound has Kays climbing the ladder of alt pop.