feature: Kyle Motsinger

The new single “Retro” from singer/songwriter Kyle Motsinger drops today! It’s a fun and catchy jam, just in time for summer, and you should definitely give it a listen. Available now on iTunes, Spotify, and Soundcloud.

Your music in five words or less?
Theatrical pop/rock with heart!

Where do you live?
Manhattan, NYC!

What are your queer credentials?
I’m a ginger gay man, and I can be quite kinky.

Turn Ons?
Music brings me the most joy!

Turn Offs?
I hate slow walkers on the sidewalk! Also (and more importantly) racists, homophobes, transphobic people, and xenophobes. Any kind of hate is the worst. Love is the answer!

Favorite subject for your art?
I love talking about personal growth. When I learn an important life lesson I want to share it.

Art Crush?
Tori Amos! She’s the Queen of feelings and letting the patriarchy have it!

Personal Crayon Color?
Probably just your standard purple because it goes so well with red hair!

Ideal place to perform?
Any venue with a gorgeous grand piano and attentive, supportive audience!

Favorite non-art pastime?
Love scary movies and British crime dramas! I love to be challenged when I watch something.

First major memorable music making experience?
When I was a Freshman in high school I wrote a dramatic song called “Ghosts from the Past.” I performed it at the school talent show. Friends would sing the chorus to me so I knew it was catchy!

What's next?
I’m performing at Pangea in the East Village (NYC) on June 25th at 8:30pm. After that I’m headed to Provincetown, Massachusetts in July and August to perform!

”Retro” by Kyle Motsinger is available now on iTunes, Spotify, and Soundcloud.