The song “It’s A Shame” (ft. Pink Feathers) that I co-wrote with RAC appeared on the Netflix comedy horror series Wednesday! You can hear the song in the opening of the prom scene in season 1, episode 4 “Woe What a Night”.

Here’s a video of us performing “It’s A Shame” live at Paste Studios for Paste Magazine.

Last night I completed the trail in record time for women self-supported: 6 days, 8 hours, 12 minutes. It was my third Long Trail record attempt and even until the last day I didn’t believe I could or would do it. I’m still in disbelief, as if reaching a dream is a thing reserved for other people and not me; it doesn’t feel real.

A recap of my Long Trail journey can be found here.

Also check out these podcasts and interviews recapping the hike:

Day Fire Podcast | Long Trail: Talking with Liz “Mercury” Derstine

From the Backcountry | Liz “Mercury” Derstine | Self-Supported Long Trail FKT

Tara Treks | Record-Breaking Hike! | Liz Derstine on the 273 mile Long Trail | NEW FKT

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I have some exciting news to share, hence the big move from Portland–I am heading to Boston this fall to pursue a Master of Music in Collaborative Piano at Longy School of Music of Bard College! I’m looking forward to learning and growing as a pianist and artist in their immersive and supportive environment. After visiting and auditioning, I got the sense of being supported as a whole person (not only as a musician), and I appreciate that they emphasize music as a medium in making a meaningful difference in the world. I hear Boston is a bit of a running town too…