Kennedy Hall is a singer, songwriter, and guitarist from Columbus, Ohio crafting folk and alternative-inspired indie rock. Influenced by Bright Eyes, Fiona Apple, and MJ Lenderman, Hall’s confessional songwriting adds to the emotional indie rock landscape.
Her debut EP Spitfire explores the pitfalls of self-improvement and the grit to keep moving forward. Pure vocals meet biting guitar tones, a nod to her favorite band “Wednesday” and the rising wave of alt-country.
Whether she’s performing solo or with her band – Patrick Mahoney Jr. (The Quasi Kings), Jack Lynch (Top Scrub), and Devon Vogelsang (Whitley Jean) – Hall’s vulnerable performance connects listeners through storytelling and collective introspection.
“Spitfire is a really strong EP that doesn’t overstay its welcome. It functions as a sort of mission statement for Hall. The hooks are aplenty but don’t try too hard. “Midnight Walking” has one of the most memorable choruses, accompanied by some bluesy guitar that is almost understated in the mix. All of the songs exist on a similar wavelength. “Billionaire” comes closest to deviating from this framework with a dreamy bridge that has the charm of an early 2000s pop rock tune. A fun “wah wah wah” guitar solo brings the track and the EP home, leaving the listener wanting more. And, just like that the title track is back [to] appease the listener. If Hall was aiming for immediate replay value, she certainly knew what she was doing.”
