New York, NY (Top40 Charts) Award winning singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist
Robin Jackson, known for his wild, theatrical contributions to bands like
Vagabond Opera and the March Fourth Marching Band, has brought a strong presence to the world of indie folk. Mr. Jackson, often joined by his all-star six piece ensemble of NW musicians The Caravan, draws upon the moody spirit of his rain-soaked, Portland, OR home to create an eclectic brew of dreamy folk-pop, cinematic indie rock and above all, enigmatic storytelling.
Drawing on life experiences, vintage sounds, and a fresh and vivid imagination, Jackson keeps it personal, without over-sharing or quaint evasion, in well-crafted, Americana-inflected songs that tell tales of friendship, far away places, and most often the bittersweetness of heartbreak and redemption.
With a degree in ethnomusicology and an unflagging musical curiosity, Jackson has lived and busked around the world, from an intentional beach community in New Zealand to the streets of Europe. He is a master of a myriad of instruments, from saxophone to mbira and has also performed or recorded with notable acts such as Gregory Allen Isakov, Emancipator, Devotchka, and
Amanda Palmer. An impresario of community and collaboration, Jackson has built on his colorful, bohemian upbringing and dedicated himself to creating and supporting music around Portland, OR where he lives on an urban farm with his cat and a circus. His upcoming album, Dark Stars, was recorded in the legendary Type Foundry Studio and is due out November 3.
Dark Stars
Release Date:
November 3, 2017
Tracklisting:
Lady Wisconsin
Drifting at Sea
Back to Your Door
Yellow Gardenias
Gospel and Grain
Bridge of Saint Johns
Tears for the Soul
Saint Valentine
Ghost Under My Skin
Dark Stars