Berklee Musicians on How They Turned Soulful Melodies into New England’s Hottest Indie Sound

What does it take to create music that transcends genres and builds a devoted following? Leo Son and Claire Davis of Bermuda Search Party (formerly The Q-Tip Bandits) have cracked the code—blending soulful melodies, cool lyrics, and joyous energy into a sound that’s taken the New England music scene by storm.

After meeting at the prestigious Berklee College of Music, Leo and Claire joined forces with bandmates Dakota Maykrantz on drums, Maclin Tucker on trumpet, and Hoyt Parquet on trombone. Together, this indie pop band creates genre-defying music that resonates with listeners from all backgrounds.

In this conversation, Leo and Claire pull back the curtain on their creative process, revealing how personal experiences inspire their lyrics and melodies. They share the stories behind their hit songs and perform live acoustic renditions that showcase Leo’s velvety vocals and Claire’s mesmerizing guitar work.

In this episode, we explore:

• How Leo and Claire’s diverse musical backgrounds shape Bermuda Search Party’s unique sound

• The creative process behind writing songs that connect with fans

• Stories and inspiration behind their most popular tracks

• What it’s like building a music career in today’s indie scene

• The synergy between bandmates and how collaboration fuels creativity

• Live acoustic performances of their beloved songs

🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-7-the-soulful-sounds-of-bermuda-search/id1678333848?i=1000626552238

🎵 Learn more about Bermuda Search Party: https://www.bermudasearchparty.com

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💡 Learn more about Curiously: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/dustin-grinnell/

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