Chris King &amp; The Gutterballs know the secret to creative success; movement is key to progress. Whether by a gust of tornado wind or rubber against the road, pushing forward is all there is in a life, buoyed and scarred by love. The band infuses this propelling urgency in all of its performances into its songs, starting with King’s dynamic, uncorked-fire-hydrant voice.<hr>Adira Sharkey blends percussive acoustic instrumentation with rhythmic vocal arrangements for a unique spin on Americana songwriting. Her unusually low vocal range lends itself perfectly to her raw, unfiltered storytelling, where her lyrics take audiences to the darker side of love and longing. Often joined by an upright bass player, her songwriting style is complemented with traditional roots music accompaniment, delivering a punchy outlaw country sound. She’s been described as "a time traveler from the dust bowl" with a "bluesy folk" feel, having picked up folk melodies and finger-picking tricks from friends across the West. Her forthcoming debut album evokes a genre melting blend of Tom Waits and Patsy Cline, with a pinch of Ani DiFranco. <hr>Raffle details: Participants can enter for a chance to win gems from local Seattle businesses including Good and Well Co., Ballyhoo Curiosity Shop, Homage Coffee&nbsp;&amp; Ceramics, and a $400 credit for Treehouse Salon! All proceeds will benefit Restring Appalachia, a nonprofit dedicated to getting quality instruments back in the hands of those who lost them due to Hurricanes Helene and Milton.&nbsp;