Caitlin Krisko and The Broadcast -'Halfway There'
Matt James • 14 April 2026
Caitlin Krisko has never been an artist content to stand still. From her Detroit roots to her long‑established home in Asheville, she has spent the past decade shaping and reshaping her sound, drawing from soul, R&B, blues rock, and Americana to build something of her own. Under the banner of The Broadcast, she carved out a place in the modern roots‑rock landscape, releasing ‘Dodge the Arrow’ in 2013 and earning opening slots for Grace Potter, Marcus King, and the Tedeschi Trucks Band. Lineup changes came and went, but Krisko’s voice; both her sound and her vision, held everything together. By the time the band released ‘From the Horizon’ in 2016 and ‘Lost My Sight’ in 2020, the project had already begun moving toward her distinct vision. The decision to become Caitlin Krisko and The Broadcast made that official.
Their new EP, ‘Halfway There’, feels like they’re culminating that journey: confident, grounded, and assured. It’s also a new beginning, the sound of a band aware of its strengths and unafraid to lean into them.
The title track, “Halfway There,” opens the EP with a sweeping blend of blues, southern soul, and rock. It’s a song that carries the weight of lived experience, written as a tribute to Krisko’s late mother and threaded with the small homilies and lessons passed down through their relationship. Krisko’s bluesy vocals sit at the centre, raw but controlled, while the band builds a warm, textured backdrop for her. As an opener, it sets the emotional and musical tone for the EP; heartfelt, grounded, and unafraid to show its rough edges.
“Everything I Need” lifts both the pace and the mood. It’s a fast love song, bright and full of drive. Krisko’s voice cuts through the mix with genuine force. The track feels light on its feet; it’s a song that would hit hard on stage. William Seymour’s bass and Michael W. Davis’s drums lock into a steady, tight groove. Aaron Austin’s guitar adds small touches of colour but never gets in the way. The song shows how strong the band is when they lean into their rock‑soul sound.
The quiet highlight of the EP is “Hello My Dear,” a gentle blues song with a soft, soulful feel and a hint of country guitar. Aaron Austin’s playing is warm and open, while the piano and rhythm section move with calm ease. Krisko’s voice is close and tender, as if she’s singing to someone who still feels near even when they’re gone. The band holds back and gives her space, letting the vocals lead the way. It’s a song made for slow Saturday nights or peaceful Sunday mornings. Among the EP’s louder rock tracks, “Hello My Dear” stands out as its most tender and moving heart.
“Let It Ride” pushes the energy back up. It’s a hard‑hitting rock song that follows a woman working through the week to reach her goals, then taking her freedom when Saturday comes: “On Saturdays, she gonna let it ride.” Krisko delivers the line with both swagger and warmth. The band backs her with strong, no‑nonsense playing. The track shows how well they mix grit with an easy, open sound. It gives the EP a sharp burst of release while still keeping its emotional thread intact.
The EP ends with “Heart of Gold,” a strong rocker that pulls everything together. It shows the band’s tight bond. Seymour’s bass is steady and tuneful. Davis’s drums hit with sharp, clean force. Austin’s guitar lines are bold but never too much.
Across all five tracks, the playing is sharp and controlled. Each member stands out, but no one takes over. The song remains the focus rather than individual showmanship.
Aaron Austin’s production also deserves praise. The sound is clear and full, but it retains the band’s rough edge. You can hear the space in the room and the feel of actual players working together. Austin’s production doesn’t smooth out the sound or make anything too clean. The mix lifts the emotion in the music and lets the performances speak for themselves.
Each song on the EP highlights a unique aspect of the band’s sound. It feels like a small journey, with moments of softness and strength flowing together. Krisko invites the listener to hear her growth and to feel the sense of unity that shapes The Broadcast’s sound.
Amid all the energy and emotion, the band’s skill at moving between styles stands out. Each song has its own feel, yet they all fit together as one story. The EP shows both the band’s power and its softer side, giving listeners a full picture of what Caitlin Krisko and The Broadcast can do. It also marks how far they’ve come, offering something strong and memorable for new fans and long‑time listeners alike.