This week on Backstage Bay Area, Steve Roby sits down with Nikki Fruth and Jon Stenz from Silverset, a rising San Francisco indie rock trio making waves with their dreamy, energetic sound. The band, rounded out by guitarist Grant Hespeler, has quickly gained attention with their debut single “Wherever You Are, Wherever You Go,” which has already surpassed 10,000 Spotify streams.

In this episode:

• The origin story of Silverset: how Nikki, Jon, and Grant came together and found instant musical chemistry.
• The meaning behind the band’s name and the metaphor of “finding beauty beneath the rubble.”
• Nikki’s unique musical influences, from Gregorian chants to modern indie icons.
• Insights into the band’s collaborative songwriting and self-produced debut EP.
• The role of Jon’s brother, Jared, in the band’s recording and live performances.
• A deep dive into their debut single and the creative process behind it.
• A sneak peek at their upcoming single “Akamea” (dropping August 8th), inspired by Nikki’s adopted cat and themes of unexpected love.
• What to expect at their high-energy release party at Kilowatt in San Francisco on August 15th—including spontaneous jams, dancing, and plenty of good vibes.
• Silverset’s future plans: a fall EP release, a short tour (NYC and LA dates TBA), and work on a full-length LP.

Upcoming Dates:

• New single “Akamea” out August 8th
• Release party: August 15th at Kilowatt, San Francisco (Doors 6 pm, Show 7 pm) – kilowattbar.com

Connect with Silverset:

• Stream on Spotify
• Follow on Instagram for updates on new music and shows

Stay tuned to Backstage Bay Area for more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes stories from the Bay’s vibrant music scene!