Bonfire Madigan
by Starting on cello at the age of nine, Madigan Shive began her composing career at fifteen in the Pacific Northwest Riot Grrrl scene, releasing music with indie record labels K and Kill Rock Stars. Performing under the name Bonfire Madigan, Shive has established herself as a trailblazing performer, blending folk, art, punk, classical and avant-baroque styles. Her latest release, the Lady Saves EP, was produced by Shawn Biggs (Little Echoes) and features remixes by Neotropic and Dub I.D.
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Tagged: Bonfire Madigan, Dub I.D, Kill Rock Stars, Lady Saves EP, Madigan Shive, Neotropic, Riot Grrrl, Shawn Biggs
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