R. Ariel

Currently on an eight-week tour in support of her new album and book, independent musician and author R.Ariel has captured the attention of some notable people. Uber-producer and musician Brian Eno chose her as "best new creative" for the 2014 Noise Fest. A song like "Your Whole Life" features hushed vocals and percolating synthesizers. It's a moody number that recalls '90s trip-hop (think Portishead). She appears tonight at 8 at Guide to Kulchur. (Niesel)