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Drew Nelson one of “five contemporary folk acts you need to hear” by Goldmine Magazine
Eric Bradley of Goldmine Magazine writes: “With soulful melodies and thoughtful lyrics, a few contemporary folk acts are bubbling up from obscurity and capturing the attention of mainstream listeners. Here are five of today’s can’t-miss folk acts who are introducing audiences to America’s roots music — even though some of the artists aren’t even from America in the first place.” He goes on to list Drew Nelson, alongside The Civil Wars and Mumford & Sons. Check it out: http://www.goldminemag.com/article/five-contemporary-folks-acts-you-need-to-hear Drew Nelson will perform at the Kerrville Folk Festival on June 1, 2012 in Kerrville, TX. Founded by Rod Kennedy, the Kerrville Folk Festival has run annually since 1972.
Drew Nelson signed to Red House Records
“Drew Nelson is one of my favorite new artists. His songs sound like the rest of us feel.” -John Gorka ST. PAUL, MN — Red House Records is very pleased to announce that they have signed Michigan songwriter Drew Nelson to its award-winning roster. An artist with an international reputation and several critically acclaimed albums under his belt, the folk/Americana singer is excited to be a part of the Grammy-winning indie label, joining an illustrious list of artists that includes veterans like John Gorka, Hot Tuna, Lucy Kaplansky and Dale Watson as well as younger Billboard-charting bands like The Wailin’ Jennys and Storyhill. “Red House Records is a company apart,” Drew says. “They not only believe in art but they also believe in artists. I am so honored to be included in the Red House family.” Drew’s Red House debut Tilt-A-Whirl will come out in early 2012. He can also… Read More
The Laws join the roster
It’s not surprising John and Michele Law kick off their sixth album, Try Love, with the line ‘I believe in love at first sight,’ as the album marks The Laws’ 10 years and one million miles on the road as a couple. “It was actually love at first height,” they kid. The song is also the perfect introduction to the grassy folk-duo’s essence, “we are a happy positive couple and we love playing music together” — which they’ve been doing since releasing their first album 2000 and ambitiously touring over 200 dates a year both in the US and Canada. The couple recorded their tight harmony singing in one take with producer J.P. Cormier, whose musicianship embellished the songs of Waylon Jennings, Marty Stuart, Earl Scruggs, Bill Monroe, Charlie Louvin and Vince Gill on recordings as well as on the Grand Ole Opry stage. In 2007 they became first Canadians… Read More
Angela Easterling joins the roster
Greenville, SC based singer/songwriter Angela Easterling’s songwriting has made her a two-time Kerrville New Folk Finalist and a 2011 Telluride Troubadour Finalist, and has roped in critical lauding from Oxford American, The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Boston Herald, a prolific interview with NPR’s Bob Edwards, and heavy airplay on Sirius XM’s Outlaw Country. Her new CD, Beguiler, is making waves at Americana radio. Beguiler is Easterling’s first album featuring her band, The Beguilers (Brandon Turner and Jeff Hook). It was produced by lauded singer-songwriter Will Kimbrough, currently serving as Emmylou Harris’ lead guitarist and known for his work with folks like Rodney Crowell, Todd Snider and Jimmy Buffett. Also helping out in the studio are bassist Byron House, from Robert Plant’s Band of Joy and noted multi-instrumentalist Fats Kaplin. Roger McGuinn, founder of legendary folk rock group The Byrds, has called her “a bright shining star on the horizon,” going on… Read More
Dave Nachmanoff releases “Step Up”
Dave Nachmanoff returns with his first album in five years, “Step Up”, produced by Ronan Chris Murphy (King Crimson, Steve Morse), with musicians Bob Malone (John Fogerty), Ian Sheridan (Jason Mraz) and Victor Bisetti (Los Lobos); vocalists Al Stewart, Rosemary Butler, John Wicks and Liz Bligan. On this record, you’ll find eleven thoughtful songs from this award winning singer-songwriter, in an Adult Album Alternative/adult contemporary styling. Now available on CDBaby and iTunes.
ellen cherry wins Michael Terry People’s Choice Award at Wildflower! festival
Singer-songwriter ellen cherry won the Michael Terry People’s Choice Award plus the $500 cash reward at the Wildflower! Arts and Music Festival in Texas, the weekend of May 21, 2011. The Michael Terry People’s Choice Award is based on audience judging.
The award-winning Wildflower! Performing Songwriter contest encourages the growth of the art of independent performing singer-songwriters. The genres include Acoustic, Americana, Bluegrass, Blues, Celtic, Country and Folk.
Wildflower! is an award-winning, multi-day eclectic arts and music festival that draws over 70,000 attendees.
The Honey Dewdrops’ appearance on Woodsongs Oldtime Radio Hour now available for download
In early May 2011, The Honey Dewdrops appeared on the Woodsongs Oldtime Radio Hour, a worldwide multi-media celebration of grassroots, Americana music. The show airs on tons of radio and TV stations across the world, and also offers their show online. Download it at the Archives page at Woodsongs’ website: http://www.woodsongs.com/showlist.asp
Drew Nelson joins the roster
Every generation has its poets; the writers, musicians, and lyricists who capture the spirit and longings of their time. Those who give expression to our own personal memories and dreams as though they know us. They tell our stories, giving us the words we need to celebrate or let go.
That is the soil in which singer/songwriter Drew Nelson has been toiling. Legendary songwriter John Gorka said “Drew’s songs sound like the rest of us feel. His characters are anything but defeated. They are dazed, angry, amazed and climbing”.
Jared Ingersol is proud to welcome this award-winning singer songwriter to the roster.