Meiko to Showcase New Album at the Malibu Inn

Los Angeles singer, songwriter Meiko will perform her sophomore album The Bright Side at the Malibu Inn later this week.

The event is set for 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30 and will also feature performances by LAGrange Concourse and Larkin McLean.

Meiko's new album, which was released in May, blends folk-pop with electronic beats and features songs about risk, regret, tenderness and love.

Meiko, whose name derives from her one-fourth Japanese heritage, first performed in Malibu in 2009 for the Surfrider Foundation at the Malibu Pier. She answered a few questions about her upcoming Malibu concert:

Malibu Patch: What can concert goers expect from your performance?

Meiko: Well, I'm a singer-songwriter and sometimes a story- teller (depending on my wine intake). Should be a pretty upbeat show, since I'll have my band with me.

Malibu Patch: I see that you are from the South, but you are currently living in Los Angeles. How has living in the Southland impacted your music?

Meiko: I love living in Southern California. I'm more relaxed here, and that helps me to write more. Also, I love to people-watch which is always interesting. It's definitely a good environment to be in for inspiration.

Tickets are available online.