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Artist
Carter Beckworth
8+ albums
poprockmale vocalists
about
Carter Beckworth is a professional musician from Austin, Texas. He released his debut album, "Fairweather Grace" in 2007. He is also the lead vocalist of the Pop/Rock band, Baker Hotel, with whom he has released two albums, 2008's "Baker Hotel," and "Hard To Prove" (2010). Beckworth's self-titled follow-up to 2007's "Fairweather Grace" is set for release in April, 2011. His newer work is showcased in a truly unique new style, combining R&B and electronic elements that highlight Beckworth’s songwriting prowess in a surprisingly organic, if modern-sounding framework. Beckworth regularly performs both as a solo artist and with Baker Hotel, showcasing his skills in multiple contexts. His acoustic performances feature moving ballads that discover the songwriter within, a skeleton of the larger-than-life persona he has cultivated on the big stage. If there is one thing that house-concert and festival goers alike can agree on, it is the astounding diversity in style and theme of Beckworth’s massive portfolio. ON BAKER HOTEL: "Baker Hotel produces a sound unlike any other. Frontman Carter Beckworth's unparalleled songwriting is complemented by driving guitar work that results in 'A top pic of local bands to go listen to in Austin' [Ben Barnes]. -BEN BARNES, AUSTIN 360 “Their sound is reminiscent of ground breakers like Peal Jam, ZZ Top, and Guns N' Roses.” -AARON PORTER, STUDY BREAKS MAGAZINE “Pop poignancy with a whiskey edge..” -ADDISON BENNETT, MAROON WEEKLY “The A
