Danny Golden’s music carries the imprint of a uniquely American journey. Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Golden came of age in a city where the grit of the Rust Belt meets the foothills of Appalachia and the sweep of the heartland. Those worlds still echo through his songs. He left Pittsburgh for Colorado College, where he studied philosophy, classical music, and bluegrass banjo, culminating in a senior thesis in which he reimagined Bach for bluegrass instruments. From there, he followed music to Austin, Texas, which he has called home for the last decade. In Austin, he has performed and recorded as a singer/songwriter, bandleader, and musical journeyman, writing and playing instruments for artists ranging from indie rock bands to soul singers to country songwriters. Through these varied adventures, Golden has forged a voice and sound all his own. His music blends folk, indie rock, and confessional storytelling into his own distinct brand of Americana. Recently, Golden has toured nationally with his band and performed alongside artists including Shakey Graves, David Ramirez, Rob Baird, and Matthew Logan Vasquez of Delta Spirit. He has received praise from Billboard, NPR Austin, NBC Austin, FLOOD Magazine, Under the Radar, mxdwn, and more.
Danny Golden’s new album The Big Blue is out now!
