Credits:

Chris Brain

Description:

Chris Braine, a folk singer-songwriter based in Yorkshire, England. His 2026 release, which garnered praise upon his 2023 debut as a modern Nick Drake and also caught the attention of fans of 70s folk/singer-songwriters.This fourth album is deeply rooted in intimate storytelling and the pastoral traditions of British folk. It features plucked acoustic guitar, a gentle, whispering vocal delivery, and various sounds added per trackstrings, steel guitar, female vocals, and band arrangements incorporating percussion and bass. Throughout, it possesses the sunlit folk texture of the 70s, making this another work where his distinctive qualities shine through. In the UK, he has been featured in specials by the BBC and various magazines. In 2024, his music was featured in the film ‘We Live in Time’. Recently, his Japan tour across seven cities sold out completely, drawing attention both domestically and