AAA/ Americana singer- songwriter, guitarist.

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"Lyrics that paint a picture, mixed with skillful musicianship, it's far from Russell's time to go, it's now time for him to arrive. From the opening exclamation to the smooth 'Last Thing I Expected', Woody captivates the listener." -Platter Chatter, Jan. 2002

“Stellar voice… Russell has a unique way of capturing the ineffable. Solid craftsmanship in both his songwriting and musicianship. His arrangements have an appealing calm and grace. Rich in texture and emotion. ” - TAXI

“A dark cinematic feel, punctuated with tasty guitar. A nice mixture of ‘ethereal Americana’ and humor. A highly recommended local artist.” -Victory Review

“Superb performer… we’ll see him on a larger stage next year.” - NW Folklife Festival

“An outstanding debut (…as simple as that) filled with compelling songs about the dark side of life.”- Platter Chatter

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Influences

Bruce Cockburn,Richard Thompson,Bruce Springsteen,Elvis Costello

Bio

If you're looking for that typically sparse, understated, lightweight pop-folk stuff...don't ask Woody Russell for it. Fiery, finger-style guitar playing coupled with a robust rhythm section are at the core of his recordings, while a lush palette of vocal harmonies and well produced sonic textures elevate Russell's music far beyond the norm. Captivating melodies and his highly praised, cinematic lyrics are also defining characteristics of his style. Woody Russell's songs have been labeled as "thinking man's Americana", and rarely more accurately. He's a folk-rocker at heart who freely incorporates the blues, traditional country and alt-pop sensibilities into his passionate sound. It's not merely a stylistic cut and paste approach to songwriting that lacks genuine conviction, but one in which the end result is a potent distillation of diverse musical ingredients. Russell possesses an artistic singularity, though comparisons have been drawn to Van Morrison, Elvis Costello, Richard Thompson and Bruce Springsteen. His songwriting skills reward the listener with unpretentious sophistication as he creates a musical landscape that is deeply emotive, beautifully arranged and performed. No recycled, unimaginative hooks here. Lyrically, the characters that Russell brings to life are both the melancholy and the humorous. The forgotten and the victorious. The lovers and the heartbroken- revealing a more personal side on occasion, but never discounting the listener.

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