New music from Craig Gould

Known for his heartfelt songwriting, instrumental talent and compelling voice, UK-based artist Craig Gould has become one of the most exciting new voices in the UK’s independent music scene. Over the last few years, he’s earned deserved comparisons to legendary artists like Cat Stevens, Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan and Fleetwood Mac.

In September 2021, he first shared his sound via the debut single “Ain’t No Place to hide,” which he followed up with a string of songs in the build up to his debut full-length record, Songs from the Campfire, which arrived in April last year. His music is built on the storytelling traditions of folk and Americana presented via his rich lyricism and his emotive, warm voice.

He’s performed sell-out shows across multiple national tours, played festival stages at The Long Road and Ynot Festivals as well as earning support from radio stations across the UK. His ability to connect with audiences, whether through his recorded work or live performances, speaks to the pure quality of his enduring artistic. Recognised by the Americana Music Association UK, he was invited to perform at London’s prestigious Americana Music Week while his growing profile also attracted the attention of Tanglewood Guitars, leading to an endorsement deal, while the British Country Music Association nominated him for awards.

Now, following the critical acclaim and success of his debut album which achieved top 20 rankings in the UK’s Official Americana, folk and indie breakers charts, as well as announcing his fifth headline UK tour, Craig Gould returns this year to bring us his latest release, the single version of “Old Brown Boots,” originally featured on the record last year. Linking up with Lee Cogswell to add a new mix and master to the song, Lee also added drums to the track, resulting in a fresh energy for the original composition.

Casting a timeless Americana sound, the bright plucks of acoustic guitar are met by Craig’s alluring voice, crafting an intimate stripped back sound lifted by the stunning backing vocals of Donna Marie. With the mellow taps of drums and delicate pedal steel flutters, a dazzling country fabric wraps around Craig’s emotive vocal performance, as the arrangement flows with warm bass lines and elegant violin touches.

It’s a truly beautiful slice of Craig Gould’s graceful songwriting and performance talent, given new life in an updated single version to allow fans to experience it in a new way that still hosts all the charm of the original. Currently playing live across the country on the Old Brown Boots Tour, Craig Gould is delighting fans from the stage as he continues to confirm his status as a celebrated artist.

Listen to Old Brown Boots below