Their hauntingly beautiful melodies will leave you feeling like a sailor lost at sea, being helplessly lured in by the sweetly dangerous sounds of the siren. ”

Biography

A True Southern Gothic

Muse to Sirens, led by the ethereal vocals of Vanity Ladner and the hypnotic droning guitar riffs of Ozymandias Ladner, is one of Pennsylvania's most intriguing musical gems, with a story that begins a world away in the vibrant bars & underground venues of Shanghai. Conjuring sonic inspiration from the golden era of Gothic music and the rich folklore and musical roots of America’s Deep South, Muse to Sirens effortlessly creates uniquely captivating and hypnotic listening experiences.

Accomplishments

Muse to Sirens were finalists in the 2024 and 2025 Nappie Awards for Best Metal / Underground / Rock Band". 

Press

A Very Open Performance Community

Shanghai adventures- marleen van wyk

“I came here (Shanghai) to teach and save up enough money to pursue my dream of being a musician,” said singer-songwriter Vanity Ladner from Alabama, USA. 

“I came here (Shanghai) to teach and save up enough money to pursue my dream of being a musician,” said singer-songwriter Vanity Ladner from Alabama, USA. 

itarist husband Thomas, they form the duo Muse to Sirens

When asked what made them come back to perform at Very open mic for a second time, she said: “We really like the community. It is very welcoming and accepting. It is the place where we feel the most comfortable expressing ourselves.”

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Muse to Sirens

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Celebration of Life - Charity Gala, 8801 Stenton Ave, Wyndmoor, PA

Event is ticket-only, there will be security.

Dress code is formal: no jeans, hats, boots, leggings, tennis shoes.

Please arrive on time as this event will run on a schedule.

Dinner will be provided.

Ticket price schedule:

  • July 1-7 $50

  • July 8-14 $75

  • July 15-Aug 26 $100

There will be three on-site counselors for crisis mitigation. (They will be identified and identifiable at the event, details to follow.)

For those unable to attend but wanting to help, feel free to contribute to the fundraising page:

http://spot.fund/b1mrmsc

$100

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