“The air-tight Without You is what Taylor Swift would sound like if she had a 2nd grader who wanted to break free from school to hang with mom.” -Jeff Bogle, Huffington Post Contributor
"A pop masterpiece...easily rivals the best of any Disney theme music." -Rebecca Yorn Alison, Kids Can Groove
Introducing the Blue Bike Chronicles, Karen K's groundbreaking solo album that explores the magical in-between years of childhood. Packed with well-crafted, heart-warming (and wrenching) songs in a brilliant array of popular styles, Blue Bike Chronicles is a timeless classic that will delight listeners for generations to come – and a must listen for anyone who’s ever been a kid.
Karen K & the Jitterbugs have toured the country playing for crowds ranging in size from 50 to 5,000. They have 4 award-winning albums and have been featured in The New York Times, Boston Globe, Huffington Post, Broadway.com, Good Housekeeping and more.
For videos, music and more, visit www.karenkjitterbugs.com
@KarenKandtheJitterbugs
#karenkkids #jitterbugsmusic #bugout
credits
released May 8, 2020
Road of Sunshine
Written by Karen Kalafatas
Produced, Arranged and Engineered by Pat Hanlin
Lead Vocals – Karen K
Keys, Bass, Uke, Acoustic Guitar, Drums – Pat Hanlin
Electric Guitar – Eric Salt
Trombone – Quinn Carson
Trumpet – Sam DeChenne
Background Vocals – Aubrey Haddard
Mixed by Pat Hanlin and James Zaner
Mastered by Mike Quinn
Recorded at Jamhouse Records, Wellesley, MA
Without You
Written by Karen Kalafatas
Produced, Engineered and Mixed by Matt Tahaney
Vocals – Karen K
Guitars, Bass, and Everything Else – Matt Tahaney
Electric Guitar – Eric Salt
Drums – Denis Saulnier
Mastered by Mike Quinn
Recorded at Q Division Studios, Somerville, MA
Friend of Mine
Written by Karen Kalafatas
Produced by Eric Salt
Lead Vocals – Karen K
Electric and Spanish Guitars, Bass, Background Vocals – Eric Salt
Steel Drums, Crotales, Metalophone, Ocarina Arrangements – Paul Ahlstrand
Drums – Dave Brophy
Engineered and Mixed by Andy Pinkham
Mastered by Mike Quinn
Recorded at Mortal Music Studios, Charlestown, MA and RockSalt Studios, Watertown, MA
Cousin Party
Music by Karen Kalafatas
Lyrics by Karen Kalafatas & Eric Salt
Produced, Arranged, Engineered and Mixed by Matt Tahaney
Lead and Background Vocals – Karen K
Fiddle – Jason Anick
Guitars – Matt Tahaney and Eric Salt
Pedal Steel – Tim Obetz
Drums – Denis Saulnier
Gang Vocals – Neighbors and Friends
Mastered by Mike Quinn
Recorded at Q Division Studios, Somerville, MA & RockSalt Studios, Watertown, MA
Rainbow
Written and Performed by Karen K and Mista Cookie Jar
Vocals and Keys – Karen K
Beats, Synth, Raps – C.J. Pizarro
Engineered and Mixed by C.J. Pizarro
Mastered by Mike Quinn
Recorded at Love Bubble Studios in Los Angeles, CA and RockSalt Studios in Watertown, MA
Being Different
Written by Karen Kalafatas
Produced, Engineered and Mixed by Matt Tahaney
Vocals – Karen K
Guitars, Bass, Keys – Matt Tahaney
Drums – Denis Saulnier
Mastered by Mike Quinn
Vocals and drums recorded at Q Division Studios, Somerville, MA
When We Grow Up
Music by Stephen J. Lawrence
Lyrics by Shelly Miller
Courtesy of the Free to Be Foundation, New York, NY
Adapted from the 1972 recording “Free to Be…You and Me” by Marlo Thomas and Friends
Produced, Arranged and Mixed by Anand Nayak
Vocals – Karen K and Alastair Moock
Cello – Emmanuel Feldman
Piano – Jiri Nedoma
Guitar, Bass – Anand Nayak
Engineered by Andy Pinkham
Mastered by Mike Quinn
Recorded at Mortal Music Studios, Charlestown, MA
Hug Me, Mama
Written by Karen Kalafatas
Arranged and Directed by Paul Ahlstrand
Produced by Ed Valauskas
Vocals – Karen K and Rebecca Kalafatas
Alto, Tenor and Baritone Saxophone – Paul Ahlstrand
Trumpets – Walter Platt
Trombone – Jeff Galindo
Piano – Rusty Scott
Bass – Joe McMahon
Drums – Dave Brophy
Engineered and Mixed by Pat DiCenso
Recorded at Q Division Studios, Somerville, MA
Freedom and Fireflies
Written by Karen Kalafatas
Produced and Mixed by Anand Nayak
Lead and Background Vocals – Karen K
Piano – Jiri Nedoma
Guitar, Bass, Lapsteel – Anand Nayak
Drums – Dave Brophy
Engineered by Andy Pinkham
Mastered by Mike Quinn
Recorded at Mortal Music Studios, Charlestown, MA
Spring Day
Written by Karen Kalafatas
Produced, Engineered and Mixed by Matt Tahaney
Performed by Karen K & the Jitterbugs:
Lead Vocal – Karen Kalafatas
Electric Guitars, Backup Vocals – Eric Salt
Acoustic Guitar – Seth Connelly
Bass – Thaddeus Merritt
Drums – Daniel Weddle
Backup Vocals and Everything Else – Matt Tahaney
Mastered by Mike Quinn
Recorded at Q Division Studios, Somerville, MA
Box Of You
Written by Karen Kalafatas
Arranged and Directed by Paul Ahlstrand
Produced by Ed Valauskas
Lead Vocal – Karen K
Viola – Anna Griffis
Cello – Carolyn Regula
Piano – Rusty Scott
Engineered and Mixed by Pat DiCenso
Recorded at Q Division Studios, Somerville, MA
Do You Believe in Magic
Written by John Sebastian, BMI
Produced by Eric Salt and Tony Goddess
Lead Vocal – Karen K
Guitars, Bass, Glockenspiel – Eric Salt
Acoustic Guitar – Seth Connelly
Drums – Dave Brophy
Background Vocals – Seth Connelly, Eric Salt
Engineered and Mixed by Andy Pinkham
Mastered by Mike Quinn
Recorded at Mortal Music Recording Studios, Charlestown, MA and RockSalt Studios, Watertown, MA
Karen K and the Jitterbugs is a nationally acclaimed band for families and kids on a mission to spread joy one song and one
small human at a time. Meet Bumble (bee who doesn’t like to sting; Hop (working on self control; Stinky (loves playing outside, refuses baths); Slug Bug (needs a LOT of naps); and the other friends who help bring Karen K's stories and songs to life. www.karenkjitterbugs.com...more
Hooky songs that will appeal to kids and grown-ups alike, smash-cutting the irreverence of The Moldy Peaches with wild psychedelia. Bandcamp New & Notable May 30, 2020
This Seattle duo explore the more darkly psychedelic side of indie rock on this retrospective album, covering songs recorded from 2009-2019. Bandcamp New & Notable Jan 20, 2022
This children’s record isn’t just for kids. Smoky soul grooves and bizarro pop chestnuts make for an entertaining listen. Bandcamp New & Notable Jul 21, 2018