I know, this is supposed to be the AS Abroad blog, meaning it should mostly be about artists from across the pond. However, this American has a bigger following overseas than in the States, so I figured I'd give you some news on Willy Mason. As you might already know, Mason is a 22 year old troubadour from Martha's Vineyard. He's got songwriting in his blood--his parents were both folk singers--and it shows. The honest-to-the-bone songsmith writes with soulful wisdom that far surpasses his age. His debut album, Where the Humans Eat, was released by Conor Oberst's Team Love label in the fall of 2004 and garnered much critical acclaim. Since then, he's done some pretty cool stuff. You know, like opening for Radiohead, My Morning Jacket, and Roseanne Cash. Nothing too special. He's also finished his follow-up, If the Ocean Gets Rough--Cash lends her tender voice--set to be released March 20th. Check out some tracks here and let me know what you think.
Also give this video a gander. Mason says the song, "Pickup Truck", is "another new one." Keep 'em coming, Willy.
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