A band that plays a unique brand of progressive art punk soul. The band name was inspired by the actress Barbara Steele. She is most famous for appearing in some of the most inventive & groundbreaking giallo/horror/b movies of her time (60's). (myspace.com)
For the Season is the definition of modern psychedelia while providing the vehicle for Ashley’s catchy songwriting and complex arrangements.(birdmanrecords.com/grisgris/)
Persephone’s Bees have earned a reputation of not only being a strong live act, but one with a vast catalog of original songs due to Angelina Moysov’s prolific songwriting. When asked what her influences are, rather than listing favorite records, Angelina replied “Some books, films, smells, colors, interaction with people and my observations of the human condition.” (persephonesbees.com)
These teenagers channel early Modern Lovers pre-punk style and The White Stripes' stripped-down, revved-up blues licks with infectious aplomb on songs like "Steadfast Kickdrum" and "Lemonade."" - Shroomer McGinty, SF Station