Lee Emi (Emilee Petersmark of The Crane Wives)

About this event

Lee Emi (Emilee Petersmark of The Crane Wives) with Cal in Red Born in South Korea and raised in Michigan, singer-songwriter Lee Emi has performed her music for audiences across the country and overseas, using those experiences to add grit to her dark, thematic songwriting. Her indie-pop-rock music bears sharp teeth, leaning into the rawness of anger, grief, and self-doubt, weaving powerful melodies around potent lyrics that ask all of us: am I good enough? Originally named Lee Sang-Eun and raised under the name Emilee Petersmark, Lee Emi began her career in 2010 as a primary songwriter and co-lead singer/guitarist in beloved West Michigan indie band, The Crane Wives. For the next 15 years, she would play bars, listening rooms, theatres, and concert venues across the continental US and release 5 studio records with the Crane Wives, all while quietly building a personal cache of songs that would eventually become her first solo record, DESTROY EVERYTHING, to be released in October 2026. Cal in Red is an indie-pop outfit that originated in 2019. Brothers Connor and Kendall Wright (Grand Rapids, MI) shared an affinity for vibrant synths, fuzzy guitars and both had a keen ear for melody. This musical camaraderie has led to the release of two EP’s and over 90 live shows across the country, including opening slots for Bastille and The Crane Wives. On August 30th, 2024 Cal in Red released their debut LP titled “Low Low” with B3SCI Records. At heart, these songs are melodic vignettes that feel as though they’ve been put through a dream-glow filter. On October 3rd, 2025 the brothers will independently release their 3rd EP titled “The Days,” a subsequent release tour will follow.

Who

• Lee Emi (Emilee Petersmark of The Crane Wives)Headliner
• Cal in RedSupport

Venue

Thunderbird Cafe & Music Hall

Pittsburgh, PA

Cafe, bar, & music hall located in Pittsburgh, PA

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