Meet Kink Ador, by Angie Bianchi of the Nashville Indie Music Examiner

Meet Kink Ador
June 29, 2009 by Angie Bianchi of the Nashville Indie Music Examiner

I couldn’t find a bio for Kink Ador anywhere. Because they don’t have one! So, upon meeting the three core band members for coffee and discussion, we decided now was the time to write one. Here goes:

Lead singer and bassist Sharon Koltick had been stirring over the idea of starting a band since before she moved to Nashville. She met drummer Brad Naylor at a show one night at 12th & Porter, and they mutually decided the time to start that band was at hand. Over the course of the next year, they tried different elements, and different guitarists, trying to find the right sound for their brainchild, called Kink Ador. Last fall they came to realize that Steve Cunningham, who they had found on Craigslist, was the guitarist they’d been looking for. Along with an additional guitarist, and occasionally a sax player, the current line up of Kink Ador was set.

The name is another story in itself, of course. Koltick insisted that no one band member’s name be used in the band name. She thought the word “troubadour” accurately described the life of a musician, but it just wasn’t sexy and kinky enough. Hence, Kink Ador.

The band has been busy working on their upcoming EP, due out July 16th, called I Am Animal. They had thought about only releasing it digitally, but are proud that they decided to have actual CDs made for their shows. Koltick, Naylor, and Cunningham wrote the tracks together, each bringing their own unique talents to the process. Naylor describes that process like this:

"Sharon Koltick is the catalyst thrower, and then I catch the ideas and put them in the right places."

Koltick adds:

"And Steve has all this knowledge of music theory and melody…that brings crazy grooves."

The title track, I Am Animal, is about the journey from slavery (physical or mental) to freedom. They describe it as bringing together blues with dirty rock guitar, funky tribal percussion, and soulful horns. A tall order, which sets the bar high for the rest of the tracks on the EP. Guest musicians on the EP include Kenny Olsen (Kid Rock), Scotty Huff, Michael Esser, and Danny White.

Fans and friends can hear Kink Ador’s new songs live this week, when they play Friday night at the Basement. The lineup for the night will include fellow local acts Maureen Murphy, Ernest Chapman, Brandi Sellerz, and band Pale Blue Dots.

Kink Ador’s set itself promises lots of excitement, with guest percussionists and vocalists, and even some spoken word segments. There is also a rumor that Steve Cunningham may dress up like Freddie Mercury… but at the very least, he’s looking forward to being able to play from the audience on his wireless guitar.

Drummer Brad Naylor remembers the Basement being the second venue he ever visited in Nashville, and he feels he’s “made it” every time he can play there and fill the place. The last “Kink Ador & Friends” was a sell-out success, so show up early and get a good spot for this Friday’s fun!

What: Day Before the Big Bang with Kink Ador & Friends
When: Friday, July 3rd. Doors at 8pm.
Where: The Basement
Cover: $5

original post at: Angie Bianchi Nashville Music Examiner