Featured Music Career: Singer-Songwriters
Featured profile of Sorry Darlin', an Americana/folk duo from Oklahoma City. Learn about their journey, successes, and recommendations for Oklahoma musicians.
This featured music career profile highlights Sorry Darlin', an Americana/folk duo from Oklahoma City comprised of two singer-songwriters who write, perform, and create together. The duo released their debut project, The Perle Sessions EP, in 2025 and is preparing a series of new singles leading up to their first full-length album in 2026.
The profile provides insights into their journey, including how they got started through free school music programs and the importance of community support in their musical development. Sorry Darlin' emphasizes that accessible music education and generous mentorship from other musicians were instrumental in shaping their path.
Recent accomplishments include the release of The Perle Sessions EP on Valentine's Day 2025, collaborations with the American Cancer Society, performances at the Classic Coca-Cola Christmas event, benefit shows for NPR at the Blue Note Lounge, and participation in local festivals and community fundraisers.
The duo recommends aspiring Oklahoma musicians connect with local organizations including Oklahoma Film + Music, NPR stations, venues like Beer City Music Hall and The Jones Assembly, and events such as the Oklahoma City Festival of the Arts and Norman Music Festival. They highlight the benefits of Oklahoma's tight-knit, collaborative music community and the accessibility of venues and festivals for emerging artists.
For recording and production, Sorry Darlin' works with Cardinal Song Studios (producer Michael Trepagnier) and Lunar Studios (Taylor Johnson), and frequents Guestroom Records for their music needs.