Erin Durant is a singular voice in modern folk—a pianist and singer-songwriter whose music feels like a journey through time and terrain. Born in New Orleans, shaped by the pulse of New York City, and settled into the dreamlike haze of Topanga Canyon, Durant carries each place like a melody, stitching them into a sound that’s wholly her own.
Listening to an Erin Durant song is like watching sunlight pour across a wooden floor—it doesn’t shout, it glows. Her compositions begin with a hush: the gentle pull of piano, the silvery glint of her voice, and lyrics that move like flickers on water—seemingly simple, yet endlessly deep. Her orchestrated folk arrangements are rich with lived-in beauty, often feeling like they’ve drifted in on a breeze from another century.
Critics have taken note: Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, NPR, and The Guardian have all sung her praises, with comparisons drawn to Joni Mitchell’s For the Roses, Joanna Newsom’s poetic eccentricity, and Regina Spektor’s playful depth.
Now, Durant unveils “Castle Rock”, the haunting and luminous second single from her forthcoming album Firetrail, out May 16th on Ruination Record Co. Like a diary entry written in the wind, “Castle Rock” captures the quiet ache and fierce grace that define her sound—a timeless echo in a chaotic world.
If you haven’t stepped into Erin Durant’s world yet, now’s the time to listen. It’s waiting for you—soft, spellbinding, and unforgettable.