Little bit old country, a lot contemporary folk a la Dar Williams or Patty Griffin. Lovely voice and even lovelier songs ~ New York Times
Musically sophisticated, weaving elements of jazz & bluegrass into their compositions. Don’t pass up the chance to see them perform ~ San Francisco Bay Guardian
February, 2024 - "Mare and Nomad gave us a magical evening.
A delighted guest offered this heartfelt comment:
" With their extraordinary musical talent, Mare and Nomad crafted an inspiring collection of songs that touch our souls in countless ways, defying us t...
Member since: 2014-03-03 Home: Nashville, TN, US Frequently Tours: lower 48 # of Members:
2 Sound Equipment:
Available if needed Main Instrument:
Vocals, acoustic guitar Other Instruments: piano Genre:
contemporary folk, americana, singer/songwriter Style:
rootsy folk + lovely piano Content: story-songs & sing-alongs Rating: G - PG
Bio
Mare Wakefield & Nomad were 2016 & 2015 finalists at the Kerrville Folk Festival's NewFolk songwriting competition, and "Emerging Artists" at the 2015 Falcon Ridge Folk Festival.
“Daddy was a seeker,” says Mare Wakefield. “Eventually he became a Salvationist minister. Mama was some kind of gypsy, loving nothing more than a long, clear stretch of open highway.”
Mare was born with wanderlust embedded in her DNA, and lived in 8 different places by the time she was 10 years old. “It ...
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