Laura Peters, Influential Indie Musician in LA, Passes Away at 32

Laura Peters - Notes From Vivace
Laura Peters - Photo by Notes From Vivace

By DONNA BALANCIA

Laura Peters, who left an indelible imprint on the indie music scene in Los Angeles, has passed away at age 32. No cause of death has been disclosed.

Peters was the founder of the band Psychic Love and was a promoter of the Play Like a Girl project that enabled emerging bands to be seen and heard.  Peters was also a talented graphic designer.  

Originally from Colorado, Peters was a musician who was involved in the local LA music community. Of her many friends and acquaintances on social media, most were shocked to hear of her sudden passing.

In Interview with Noisey Peters Talks Pets, Music

Peters was interviewed by Noisey in 2016 at the time she released her debut album, The Hive Mind. In the interview she talked about performing for pets, her new music, and depression.

Buzzbands.la reported Wednesday that Peters’ body was found by a roommate at her home in Echo Park. The report indicated Peters had been complaining of migraines.

With photos courtesy of Notes From Vivace, here is a mini gallery of Peters:

July 11, 2016 where she was playing with Valley Queen - All photos by Notes From Vivace
July 11, 2016 where she was playing with Valley Queen – All photos by Notes From Vivace

 

July 11, 2016 where she was playing with Valley Queen – All photos by Notes From Vivace

 

July 11, 2016 where she was playing with Valley Queen – All photos by Notes From Vivace

 

Laura Peters - Notes From Vivace
Laura Peters – Photo by Notes From Vivace

 

Laura Peters on Oct 11, 2016 at The Hi Hat where she was playing with Mondo Cozmo - All Photos by Notes From Vivace
Laura Peters on Oct 11, 2016 at The Hi Hat where she was playing with Mondo Cozmo – All Photos by Notes From Vivace

 

Oct 11, 2016 at The Hi Hat where she was playing with Mondo Cozmo.
Laura Peters on Oct 11, 2016 at The Hi Hat where she was playing with Mondo Cozmo – All Photos by Notes From Vivace