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British singer Sienna Spiro performed an intimate, invite-only set at New York City’s Soho Sessions to benefit the North Shore Animal League America. According to organizers, the 20-year-old artist played for a crowd of approximately 150 people at the event space on a floor in a commercial building that formerly housed Chung King Studios.
Sienna Spiro Debuts ‘Visitor’ Material at Soho Sessions
Spiro performed tracks heavily drawn from her debut album, “Visitor,” which was released earlier in October, alongside a selection of covers. Her set included the 1960s R&B standard “Hard to Handle,” Lauryn Hill’s 1999 single “Doo Wop (Dat Ding),” and the somber standard “Autumn Leaves.” Reviewers frequently compare her powerful vocal range to Adele, though Spiro has cited Nina Simone as a primary influence on her singing style.
Charity Partnership With North Shore Animal League America
The Soho Sessions series, produced by Greg Williamson and Nicole Rechter, raises funds and awareness for various charitable organizations. For this event, the beneficiary was North Shore Animal League America, recognized as the world’s largest no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization. The charity brought rescue puppies to the venue to highlight their adoption mission.
History of Soho Sessions Concerts
The invite-only concert series has featured performances by a wide range of established artists, including Keith Richards, Mavis Staples, Steve Earle, Gary Clark Jr., Taj Mahal, Yola, Susan Tedeschi, Lucius, and Brittney Spencer. Each event supports a different cause. Past beneficiaries include Everytown for Gun Safety, Music Will, and the National Alliance on Mental Illness in Hawaii following the Lahaina wildfires.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Shore Animal League America?
North Shore Animal League America is a Long Island-based animal rescue organization that describes itself as the world’s largest and longest-running no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization.
Who produces the Soho Sessions?
The concert series is produced by Greg Williamson and Nicole Rechter, who have organized multiple charity concert events that have raised over $50 million.
What venue hosts the Soho Sessions?
The concerts take place on a floor in a commercial building in New York City that historically housed Chung King Studios, a recording hub for hip-hop acts like Run-DMC, the Beastie Boys, and Public Enemy.
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