Follow in your family’s footsteps and trace your fingerprints with the 2025 Keepsake House Songwriters in Residence. Indie-folk musicians Lora Mouna, Louie Lou Louis, and Madi Smith will share music that honors their heritage––from Haiti, Syria, and Armenia to the streets of Brooklyn––as they collaborate in the round on a sweet, summer Sunday.
Lora Mouna (she/her) - Songwriter
Known for her confessional diary-like songwriting, Arab-American singer/songwriter Lora Mouna uses music as a vessel to capture moments of vulnerability within herself and within her relationships. Her music reflects on her shadow work and healing, emphasizing the importance of mental health. Her passion for humanitarian activism also bleeds into every part of her life, as you may see in her music and on her social media.
Louie Lou Louis is a Haitian-American songster based in Brooklyn, NY who combines an uplifting musicality with a soothing, yet energizing vibe. Through life experiences and short stories, he celebrates human imperfection and engages audiences with an infectious positivity. With a unique blend of folk, jazz, and global music, he inspires joy and connection in any audience.
Madi Smith is a singer/songwriter and wannabe stand-up comic, known for her fun gay songs and witty lyricism. She was born and raised in Los Angeles, but made the big coast-to-coast move to NYC two years ago where she has since gone all in on pursuing her music career. Madi has never been able to commit to any one genre, she's really interested in exploring comedy in music and capturing the array of emotions that come with the queer experience. She's also been told her music would sound great with a band, but as of now it's just her and her guitar against the world.