Laura Ryder is a piano-wielding songwriter and composer, who also performs with a varying line up of talented collaborators under the name Laura Ryder Ampersand.
For fans of the likes of Fiona Apple, Regina Spektor, Darwin Deez and Joanna Newsom, Laura writes piano-based songs which range from classical-influenced lyrical pieces to energetic full band alt-pop arrangements. Vestigial, the band’s debut, was released in late 2017. Capable Of is their latest single.
Their sophomore album is due for release in late 2024.
In addition to Laura Ryder Ampersand, Laura is a frequent collaborator with various other musical projects, such as Blue Fish Diamond, Moon Looks On, Danny Carroll, Hibsen, Shrug Life, and Matilda O’Mahony, as well as session work as a pianist and keyboard/synth player.
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