Show Review: Joy Ike

Joy Ike subverts the dichotomy between indie singer-songwriter and R&B chanteuse. Her simple keys and vocals, backed by her sister Peace Ike on djembe and vocals, both capture attention and provide the perfect backdrop to an evening with friends. In this space between Regina Spektor and Alicia Keys, catchy melodies and thoughtful lyrics combine to bring pop songs worthy of more widespread attention. Live, the sisterly duo is engaging and funny, going so far as to break out a Flip video camera so an audience member could film this singalong:With a little buzz from NPR and help from fellow songwriting sister Peace, it will be interesting to see just where Joy goes in the next year or two.