Artist description Contemporary folk, singer-songwrtiter featuring an agile voice and thoughtful lyrics accompanied by sparse and deliberate acoustic guitarwork.

Music Style Contemporary Folk - AcoustAmericanaFolk

Musical Influences Paul Simon, Adam Duritz, Bob Dylan, CSN&Y

Similar Artists James Taylor. A few people have said Cat Stevens and also Tracy Chapman

Artist History Independent troubadour. Performing singer-songwriter since 1995

Group Members Recording features ensemble cast including Bruce Balmer, Jay Wisor, Steve Brown, John Rose, Amy Koerbel, Stephen Taylor Huey, Kathleen Manstream, Bobby Strange and more.

Instruments Guitar, voice

Albums Erik Balkey

Press Reviews Songwriter's Monthly: "Sometimes it's hard to believe what one man can do with just the essentials. Balkey captivates...renders his audio portraits and landscapes with charm."

Location Philadelphia, Pa - USA

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