Samantha Crain

Singer and songwriter Samantha Crain plays music that is informed by several strains of folk while also reflecting the influence of contemporary indie sounds. Of Native American heritage, Crain's voice is strong while possessing an expressive quaver that adds to the emotional impact of her songs, which are personal efforts that blend a contemplative introspection with a keen eye for the world around. On albums like 2009's Songs in the Night and 2015's Under Branch & Thorn & Tree, Crain's feet were planted firmly in folk without ignoring newer trends in acoustic music and Ameri...