BEST FOLK NOMINEES 2022
AJ & The Woods
Founded on the sweet nostalgia of delta blues, AJ & The Woods elevates roots rock to a new height. Their sultry sound features striking female vocals and intricate guitar melodies which organically blends passionate folk, rock, and blues music. Home grown in Ohio and established in 2015, AJ & The Woods brings you one of the most unique and articulate sounds to date.
Ben Gage
Ben Gage is an americana musician from Akron, OH. Ben Gage grew up in the rust belt of Northeast Ohio, spread out in the countryside along the great Lake Erie. His roots run deep alongside the hard working blue collars that Ohio has to boast. That tenacity, love of family, and respect for a long day can be seen in his music. Songs have always been a way to tell a story for Ben. The best story sets aside the complexities and focuses on honesty. You will find yourself feeling as though you’ve heard his songs before even if it’s your first time.
Brent Kirby
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Cleveland singer-songwriter Thor Platter is a loyal purveyor of Americana music for many reasons. "The tradition and history of American music have influenced me my entire life; it encompasses many sounds and styles from many different eras," he explains. "Above all, it is just good music to your ears."
With his last album Take Time, Platter set out to showcase his mastery of the genre, as well as capture the energy, spirit, and infectious harmonies of his live shows.
Platter’s gentle, affecting vocals – which have earned him numerous comparisons to Willie Nelson – are carried along freely by the accompaniment of rollicking banjo and harmonica. Fans of the classic ‘70s singer-songwriter genre will delight in Platter’s seamless transitions from toe-tapping jams to sweetly confident ballads throughout the set’s 10 tracks.
Take Time was recorded and produced by David Mayfield at Tiger Spa in Akron, Ohio. Since most of Platter’s shows are performed as a trio, the album takes care to show off the mellow yet sparkling synergy that arises from a smaller, tight arrangement.
Platter has performed at multiple large music festivals, and is a seasoned roadman, keeping up a steady schedule of regional gigs while continually working on new music. A new full band album is slated for release in 2022.
With his last album Take Time, Platter set out to showcase his mastery of the genre, as well as capture the energy, spirit, and infectious harmonies of his live shows.
Platter’s gentle, affecting vocals – which have earned him numerous comparisons to Willie Nelson – are carried along freely by the accompaniment of rollicking banjo and harmonica. Fans of the classic ‘70s singer-songwriter genre will delight in Platter’s seamless transitions from toe-tapping jams to sweetly confident ballads throughout the set’s 10 tracks.
Take Time was recorded and produced by David Mayfield at Tiger Spa in Akron, Ohio. Since most of Platter’s shows are performed as a trio, the album takes care to show off the mellow yet sparkling synergy that arises from a smaller, tight arrangement.
Platter has performed at multiple large music festivals, and is a seasoned roadman, keeping up a steady schedule of regional gigs while continually working on new music. A new full band album is slated for release in 2022.