Linq is an edgy, emotional, often political singer/songwriter. A serendipitous series of events propelled her out of a career as a pharmacist and pharmacy owner onto an exciting musical path. Her songs are a unique blend of folk and rock, with an occasional touch of blues, funk, and even techno. Using life's tough experiences, Linq is not afraid to tackle controversial issues, and brings a strong, reasoned voice to whatever topic she addresses, including war, racism, homophobia, health care, and the environment.
At an age when many look forward to retirement, Linq is kicking it up, cranking it out, and defying stereotypes. This singer-songwriter's music is fresh, uncompromising, decidedly un-stodgy, and lush with life experience. She's passionate about touching lives and making a positive difference in the world. One of the most striking things about her music is the amount of joy and enthusiasm she exudes in spite of her edgy tunes and topics. Linq came of age in the 60's. Her music harkens to roots in the popular music of that time with its political folk, psychedelic rock, and social conscience. Harkens but doesn't duplicate. This is a woman who has found her groove: strongly vulnerable, irresistibly passionate, and dynamically humanistic.
Linq's music has also captured attention and won her several awards. Her first health care song, Tired, was awarded an Honorable Mention in the 2006 International Narrative Song Competition (INSC), Change the Picture was a nominee in the 2009 Political Song Category in the Just Plain Folks Music Awards, largest in the world, and she was voted OUTstanding OUTmusican in 2011 at the 7th OUTmusic Awards for Oh Bully.
Tale about a man who gets injured, is given prescription painkillers and finds himself addicted. It destroys his family and his life, he ends up in court, and he wishes that he could get clean but doesn’t have the strength to do so. Female Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
No one is born a racist or a bully, we learn those things from others, and we can unlearn them too. By examining the sources of hatred we gain the tools to make positive change. This track was a finalist in the Political Song category in the 2009 Just Plain Folks Music Awards. Female Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
A cautionary tale about our fascination with modern technology. Take a peek at some typical 21st-century stories driven by drums, bass, tambourine, shaker and tasteful effects. The upbeat vocals and harmonies make the track a good fit for radio, talk show bumpers, film, television, and more. Female Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Diversity Dance is a celebration of all that we are. With a thundering retro-disco bass and funky guitar, you’ll want to shake your booty to You can dance if you’re straight / You can dance if you’re gay /Transsexual too / And bisexuality is cool / It doubles the dating pool. Female Vocals, Rock, Pop Rock
Upbeat song about using the wisdom of life experience to work together for peace. Using a train as metaphor, the artist encourages the listener to come along and participate in positive change. All aboard. Female Vocals, Rock, Boogie Rock
Orwellian take on the loss of freedom in the United States through the implementation of the Patriot Act. The artist draws parallels to the classic novel "1984" by George Orwell. Big Brother is watching! Female Vocals, Rock, Psychedelic Rock
The story about the night an armed robber attempted to hold up this former pharmacist for drugs... but she said no! Major staring contest ensued. The gunman relented and left. Robbed another pharmacy about an hour later. Female Vocals, Rock, Classic Rock
Haunting Irish ballad, female vocal, penny whistle, guitar. Moving music perfect for TV or Film soundtrack, movie trailer or film credits. Romantic, coming of age story, female courage, living a passionate life. Purposeful, uplifting, vibrant, cinematic, atmospheric, filled with hope. Female Vocals, British & Irish, Ireland
Song about living in the moment because the only thing constant is change -with beautiful harmonies and a hypnotic round at the end of the track. Romance, passion, broken hearts. Female Vocals, Folk, Folk Pop
Unique hypnotic round with rhythmical repetitive lyrics and lush ethereal harmonies blend into a message of new beginnings. Driven by guitars, keyboards, bass, drums, shaker. Female Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Concerned about the dangers of nuclear power? This song's for you complete with cymbal swells, well-placed electric guitar embellishments and a timely wake-up call. The clock is ticking. Great fit for documentaries, films and radio shows that address the topic. Female Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
A cautionary tale about a man who grew up during the Great Depression. His quest for money becomes his top priority in life at the expense of everything else. He still makes money after he dies but can’t take it with him. The message is relevant to today's focus on always wanting more. Female Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
A bluesy song of unrequited love with a waltz tempo. The narrator has met someone who sparks an instant desire, but the object of that desire is only visiting the area and after the one chance meeting is gone, showing the difficulty single people have meeting the right person. Filled with longing. Female Vocals, Rock, Blues Rock
The next time you call a company and get an automated system, listen to “No Person on the Line” a few times and vent with Linq. This former pharmacist spent plenty of time wandering through the voice mail systems of the health insurance industry, often to no avail! Best healthcare rage song ever. Female Vocals, Rock, 50s Rock
Suicide of an 11 year old boy comes to life with a guitar-driven catchy beat locked in by tight bass/drum interaction. Poignant story, nice harmonies, would work for TV, movie or radio shows dealing with bullying issues, or for school programs and videos. Female Vocals, Folk, Political Folk
Song about prejudice and hypocrites written after an anonymous letter published in a local newspaper suggested that the community not support a new business in town due to the sexual orientation of the owner, Female Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Linq, a former pharmacist, takes on the pharmaceutical industry’s aggressive marketing machine as only an insider can. This upbeat 60’s rock tune comes complete with doo wop vocals: “It’s the American Way / We can all feel better, take some drugs today.”, Female Vocals, Rock, 60s Rock
The light-hearted Route 32 Blues sounds like it belongs on an old AM radio, with its rootsy rock feel. It’s a cautionary but humorous tale about why you should drive slowly on Route 32. Female Vocals, Rock, Blues Rock
Prescription medications sometimes result in more misery than the condition that's being treated. This tongue-in-cheek song written by a former pharmacist will resonate with many who have been on the receiving end of those side effects. Female Vocals, Rock, Classic Rock
Former pharmacist Linq based "Simple Woman" on two couples that had similar experiences: the husband lost the wife to cancer and struggled to pay the uncovered medical bills after her death. Female Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Small Business Blues: one listen and you’ll know this is a true story. It’s a jamming blues-rock number punctuated with distorted blues licks and driving drums. With a line like “One thing is clear, the buck stops here,” how can you go wrong? Female Vocals, Rock, Blues Rock
Ever felt eyes upon you, the hair standing up on the back of your neck? Sure you're being followed? Time to take charge and turn the tables. Revenge can be sweet. Great vibe with haunting guitars and keyboards for TV or movie thriller scene. Female Vocals, Pop, Lilith Fair
An important song about climate change. Linq brings her trademark original guitar-based political folk to this track, raising awareness and issuing a call to action to heal our warming planet. She brings the same urgency to the issue as folks like Rachel Carson, Al Gore, and Helen Caldicott. Female Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Contemp Singer/Songwriter
Song about growing old, being poor, and falling through the cracks of the healthcare system, as seen through the eyes of a former pharmacist, Female Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Former pharmacist Linq experienced the shift in focus first-hand from a patient-oriented to a money-driven health insurance industry. Female Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Explores the damage done to wildlife habitat by the encroachment of urban sprawl. Inspired by the killing of a bear by police that had wandered into the artist's hometown. Female Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
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