The singer, born Annie Clark, set up shop from 2 to 3 p.m. in the back of Resident owner Andrew Savoie's pickup truck, spinning tunes for a small crowd on the restaurant's patio. All proceeds from food and beverages during the hour Clark performed were donated to Feed Lake Highlands, a nonprofit that provides meals to neighbors in need.
This was far from the first time Clark has been spotted at Resident. She's the sister of Savoie's wife, Amy, and famously worked the register at the restaurant's opening in 2015. Erin Little met Clark at the opening nearly a decade ago. As a huge fan of Clark's music, she couldn't miss the spontaneous event.
"It really sent a message that a huge star and artist can still give back to their community in a way that's so genuine," Little says.
Clark is on the heels of her ninth studio album, All Born Screaming, and recently released an accompanying version of the record in Spanish.
"It was a great way to spend a Saturday, and it was a really fun mix of music," LH neighbor Amy Miller says. She recalls hearing tunes from Talking Heads, Janet Jackson, George Michael, Erykah Badu and a few holiday songs to round out the set. "It had neighborhood block party vibes, and everyone was having such a blast dancing and singing along."
Annie and Chris LeRoux got word of the event while their two sleeping children were napping at their Lake Highlands home.
If you missed out on this one, like us, don't fret. Clark has a date at The Factory on April 6, supported by psychedelic instrumentalists Glass Beams. The show is sure to be a memorable one, even if you can't enjoy a cauliflower taco while there. Next time.
"I loved that the proceeds during her set went to Feed Lake Highlands," Annie LeRoux says. "I hope they make this an annual thing when she’s home for the holidays!"
