Americana musician from Austin, Texas

Claude says:Shakey Graves makes spare, rootsy Americana that hits harder the quieter it gets—and you keep circling back to "Dearly Departed," that duet with Esmé Patterson that feels like two people making peace in a dark room. Austin's gift to the alt-country world, he's become a steady presence in your rotation, especially when the mood turns reflective and a little worn.