Artist description Garrin's new album "Nowhere is Brighter" is is his second album is now available. On his debut recording for eighth note records, "Living A Dream," Garrin showcases his varied talents as songwriter, singer, guitarist and bassist. This collection of thirteen songs, while stylistically eclectic, is held together by the ever present warmth of Garrin's acoustic guitar and voice. The guitar, at times percussive and driving, is also evocative of American folk, country and blues. Garrin's plaintive and present voice wraps around the listener as they hear lyrics about the full range of emotions in relationships - love, jealousy, alienation, and finally independence and self-determination. These songs are also an excellent vehicle for his live performance skills. Whether with a full band or solo, he enjoys reinterpreting his own material on stage. Garrin continues to explore new musical ground as he brings together his love of pop, folk, funk, and blues in his writing.

Music Style Blend of Pop, Folk, Blues, and Rock and Roll

Musical Influences The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Elliott Smith, CSNY, Michael Hedges, Jerry Garcia, Nick Drake, Allison Krauss, James Taylor, RadioHead, Ani Difranco, The Band.

Group Members Garrin Benfield

Instruments Guitars, Bass

Albums Living a Dream(2000), Nowhere is Brighter(2002)

Press Reviews check out Garrin's site - www.garrin.com - to read about the buzz surrounding his debut release, 'Living A Dream' and his new CD, 'Nowhere is Brighter' with eighth note records.

Location San Francisco, CA - USA

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