Artist description Singer-songwriter Graham Vest began playing guitar over 30 years ago; he began writing songs and performing soon afterward. Through the years Graham has developed a unique voice in both his singing and guitar work.Drawing inspiration from personal experience, history, his travels (he was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Morocco) and even the daily news, Graham's songs cover a wide variety of topics. His music encompasses traditions from the blues, folk and popular music. Above all, his enthusiasm and what Graham calls the "rush" of performing make for a great show.

Music Style Original acoustic music. A blend of blues, folk and storytelling.

Press Reviews By Kevin Robinson (http://www.hvmusic.com/writers/robinson/mcglone/index.shtml) Graham Vest The history teacher from Ellenville was Graham Vest, a moonlighting troubadour who has been seen woodshedding his act at the Pine Bush Coffee House. Graham's deep raspy voice is distinctive, a cross between Kris Khristofferson and John Cougar Mellencamp. He was at times too quiet; but mostly, Vest's vocals were clear and comfortable. His guitar playing is inventive, if not always polished. That's a good thing. A would-be performer who never stretches, never reaches down for a little more, will never be anything but mediocre. Graham Vest's heart is in his music. (I suspect it's in his teaching too.) And he's not afraid to show you what he's got. But what he's really got is a way with words. Graham is a good songwriter. The heart and soul his of his musical talent was evident in a beautiful song called "Moroccan Dreams." Then there were lines in his songs about love and love lost that jumped right out and grabbed you. "When the walls close in and it's time to go" was one that I suspect resonated with everyone in the house. But there is also a quirky uniqueness in Vest's original music, and my suspicion is that his interest in history fuels some of his creativity. One of my favorite examples of this was a refrain that went something like this: "I ain't got no million dollars I ain't got no blood red rose All I got's this battered compass And this sea dog's nose" Keep an eye and an ear out for this newcomer.

Location Burlingham, New York - USA

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