Orly Bendavid has the soul of a poet and the heart of a warrior. Her songs often explore life’s darker side, shining a light onto difficult emotional situations with unforgettable melodies and lyrics that combine humor and uncompromising honesty.
Hope is a Traitor will be released on Bendavid’s own label. The band is raising the money to finish the album with a Kickstarter campaign, the expected release date is March 30 2024.
THE MONA DAHLS: Curtis J. Brewer, lead guitar and producer; Michael Talley, bass; Robin “Mitch” Mitchell, keyboards, Ariel Weissberger, drums and percussion and violinist Daniella Fischetti. The players all have long musical histories and bring elements of jazz, classical and world music to the arrangements.
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