Craig Werth
Newmarket, New Hampshire, United States | SELF
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This review is from: Spokes Man (Audio CD)
"I'll admit to being an unabashed fan of this brilliant singer/songwriter, but even then, Craig Werth's newest work, The Spokes Man, rises far above anything else he has released in the past and the works of others released this year. This CD is something everyone should have and listen to frequently. Sparingly produced, it provides just the right balance of instrumentation to match the lyrics - lyrics that range from the sentimental Valentine Girl, poignant Good Old Dog, and the understated political My Way of the Highway. This CD puts Craig in the upper echelon of modern day folk." - Craig Huegel, WMNF Radio, Our Kind of Folk Concerts
“Craig Werth is a master songwriter. His songs, gems of communication, are made with a voice of pure beauty and instrumental work so precise that it's a wonder he finds the room to get so much honest soul into them.”
- David Matheson, producer/founder Moxie Früvous
"With lyrics touching those places we forget are even there, and exquisite playing allowing this to happen with such grace, those fortunate enough to be present will be talking about the show for a long time to come -- and I'm sure will be the first ones in line the next time Craig finds his way to our venue." - Diane Stollar, The Listening Room
“Craig excels in the live concert setting and our audiences love him. We will ask him to return regularly. Book Craig Werth yourself and be prepared for an unforgettable event.” – Craig Huegel, WFMN Radio Host and director Our Kind of Folk Concerts
“As an inspired musician and a perceptive and emotive writer, it is when he applies his musical prowess to his own songs that the depth of his artistry is revealed.”?- Jim Payne, Newfoundland performing artist/writer/producer
- Various
Discography
Loose Gems -- original songs, 2000
Sideview -- instrumentals, 2008
The Spokes Man -- original songs, 2010
Ten Miles Out -- 2011
(Regard With Grace -- 2013)
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Craig Werth Bio
In 2006, Canadas own David Francey chose New England songwriter/instrumentalist, Craig Werth, to serve as his accompanist/arranger and touring partner. They co-produced Davids Right of Passage earning a best album Juno in 2008. Performing his own songs in each of Davids shows over the years, Craigs Folk and Americana based originals won the hearts and minds of Franceys faithful across the globe.
Newfoundlands Jim Payne put it this way: In recent years Craig Werth has been applying his considerable talents as a multi-instrumentalist to accompany Juno award-winning songwriter David Francey, but his naturally modest demeanor in that role belies the fact that he is a truly gifted songwriter in his own right. As an inspired musician and a perceptive and emotive writer, it is when he applies his musical prowess to his own songs that the depth of his artistry is revealed."
Werth accompanies himself most often with guitars, bouzouki, banjo, ukulele, and shruti box. He sings of home, relationships, childhood, lessons learned, his Newfoundland roots, and more, with great humility, warmth, insight, appreciation and humor.
Werths most recent solo release, The Spokes Man earned him profuse accolades and folk radio airplay across Canada, Australia, and the U.S.
He was a quadcentric and folk-DJ pick of the year showcase artist for the 2011 North East Regional Folk Alliance Conference.
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Sometimes in life you just know when its right. Thats the sense Ive had all along since I first heard The Spokesman. There was a vibe going in this performance that Ive not sensed here before. An absolutely perfect night! - Barbara Kerr, Studio 13 House Concerts, Ontario
Craig tells stories well, has an eye for the human condition with all its foibles and passions, and he accompanies himself superbly. He seems to have filled the time he had on his hands when he wasnt on stage with David Francey very well. - Penguin Eggs
Craig Werth is a master songwriter. His songs, gems of communication, are made with a voice of pure beauty and instrumental work so precise that it's a wonder he finds the room to get so much honest soul them.
David Matheson, producer, founding member Moxie Früvous
"My brother, Craig Werth, is an exceptional writer, a natural born storyteller, a brilliant singer and an outstanding instrumentalist. Catch him whenever and wherever you can." David Francey
4F Bass Street Newmarket, NH, USA 603-659-7555 craig@craigwerth.com
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