Folk Bands and Artists
Craig Gould
Burton on Trent
https://craiggouldmusic.com/home
With his ‘Beautiful music & masterful musicianship’ (Americana UK) and ‘Intimate, mellifluous country sounds’ (RnR Magazine), Craig Gould’s celebrated artistic talent has received comparisons with songwriting royalty such as Cat Stevens, Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan & Fleetwood Mac.
Following a string of successful singles, Gould’s debut album ‘Songs from the Campfire’ released to critical acclaim and achieved a triple top 20 status in the UK’s Official Americana (#19), Folk (#16) and Indie Breakers (#20) album charts, alongside hitting #1 on the Amazon Music HNR Folk Chart; An incredible achievement for an independent artist and further reinforcing his growing reputation as one of the hottest new writers and performers on the UK folk/americana scene.
‘Songs from the Campfire is a work of great beauty’ - At the Barrier
Gould’s crowdfunded ‘Excellent debut record’ (Maverick Magazine) was recorded at various locations across the UK and mixed/mastered/co-produced by Miles Myerscough-Harris at Whispering Bob’s ‘Under the Apple Tree´ studios. Featuring artists such as Anna Corcoran (AMA-UK Instrumentalist of the year/Laura Marling/Robert Vincent), Dan Sealey (Ocean Colour Scene), Blánid (Netflix’s ‘The Witcher’ anime guest vocalist) & Chris Baldwin (Riding The Low), anticipation for the albums launch increased with each single release. Recognition of Craig’s songwriting ability grew with likes of BBC Radio Kent, MusicandTourNews.com, the BCMA and Modern Age Music all naming Craig’s music as their respective ‘Releases of the Week’
Receiving warm support from some of the UK’s leading folk/americana radio shows (inc. BBC Wales, Scotland & Regional, Countryline Radio, Amazing Radio UK & USA), Songs from the Campfire was a 3-year project in partnership with the mental health charity CALM. Gould uses his platform to openly discuss mental health illness and donates profits from the album´s release to the charity to help others in need.
With a live performance history containing appearances at Bearded Theory, Solfest, Timber & Ynot festivals, support slots with huge UK acts such as Levellers, Ocean Colour Scene and The Beautiful South’s Dave Hemingway, its not hard to see why Gould has become a headline artist in his own right. To celebrate the launch of his first record, Gould took a 5 piece band on the road in the form of the incredible ‘The Noble Thieves’. Sold-out shows in London, Nottingham & Tamworth were highlights from a tour travelling as north as Newcastle Upon Tyne and as south as Brighton.
‘His music is raw, honest, beautifully written and composed. He’s also cracking live’ - York Calling
Already an artist showcased by the BCMA, Craig Gould and the Noble Thieves have also been selected by the AMA UK to open the Front Porch stage at this years Long Road Festival.
´Amazingly good. Make a note of the name´ - Folking.com
Championed by fanbase, writers and peers, and humbled to be on the official artist roster of Tanglewood guitars, Gould´s ability to convert heartfelt stories into song is finally coming to the fore.
Genre: Alt Folk,Americana,Contemporary folk
