American Roots Concert Series: I Draw Slow

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Critically acclaimed roots five piece I Draw Slow is currently touring their sixth and most exciting album to date. The band has consistently redefined roots music over four celebrated albums. Their latest release, self-titled “I Draw Slow”, reached #1 in the Irish Independent Chart. Their songs are streamed in the millions worldwide and the band is in tour-demand in the US, UK, and across Europe. Their distinctive blend of Irish and Appalachian roots composition has been licensed for film, TV, and advertising and is widely covered and recorded by other artists. The band recently appeared in a major Kerrygold butter commercial which featured one of their songs, Swans. They are also known for their high-production videos featuring actors such as Aidan Gillen (Game of Thrones) and award-winning directors Hugh O’Conor (Three Musketeers) and Ronan Fox. I Draw Slow is helmed by siblings Dave and Louise Holden and is signed to Nashville label Compass Records, a leading independent US label that nurtures and celebrates roots and folk music. The band writes unique songs that inspire love and loyalty. Fans regularly travel hundreds of miles to see their dynamic, emotionally-charged performances that captivate audiences with exquisite balladry, then brings them to their feet with high energy, bass-heavy dance trad. Their latest album moves once again into new roots territory—employing traditional string instruments to deliver contemporary themes and alt-folk grooves. I Draw Slow has fully established itself in the North American acoustic music scene, touring the US and Canada multiple times a year and appearing regularly at some of the biggest and most iconic roots festivals including Pickathon, Merlefest, and Grey Fox.

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Irish Times …it’s how the band weaves the sound into something original that really impresses. On stage, their instruments and vocals blend organically—giving audiences a sense of intimacy and connection to the performance.

“I DRAW SLOW IS ONE OF THE MOST BEGUILING AND SINGULAR ACTS

CURRENTLY ON THE CIRCUIT.”-THE IRISH INDEPENDENT

“BLENDING THE TRADITIONAL MUSIC OF BOTH CULTURES WITH A
CONTEMPORARY AMERICANA/CELTIC SENSIBILITY…I DRAW SLOW HAS
CREATED WHAT SEEMS LIKE A FULLY NATURAL EVOLUTION.”

— BLUEGRASS TODAY

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