Kristen Henderson

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Kristen Henderson is the rhythm guitarist for the band Antigone Rising. She and her sister Cathy formed the band in the late 1980s.

1 Early life
2 Antigone Rising
3 References
4 External links

[edit] Early life

Kristen grew up in Long Island with her older sister Cathy and their brother. After graduating high school she attended Bucknell University, where Cathy was also attending. Upon graduation, Kristen and Cathy, moved to New York City, where they formed Antigone Rising.

Kristen was originally the drummer in the band, except when the band play acoustic gigs, during which she would play guitar. ^[1] A decision was made within the band to have Kristen play guitar instead of drums.

[edit] Antigone Rising

Main article: Antigone Rising

Kristen and Cathy formed Antigone Rising, while both were attending Bucknell University. Once they graduated, they gave their full attention to the band. The band released four independent albums and played at Lilith Fair. The band was signed to Lava Records in 2003 and their major label debut From the Ground Up was released.

They are currently writing and recording their follow-up album, which is tentatively scheduled for release in 2007. The band recently parted ways with their label Atlantic Records. They are now signed to Starbucks label, which will release the band's next album in their coffeestores, as well as record stores.