Nashville-based Americana duo WISEWATER has earned praise from the likes of Alison Krauss, Rosanne Cash, Mary Gauthier, and others for their lyrical honesty and clarity, infectious melodies, tight harmonies, instrumental virtuosity, and deep sense of groove. Members Kate Lee and Forrest O’Connor are two young, positive, worldly artists whose songs blend roots, country, rock, and progressive acoustic music in a refreshing and accessible way. Their debut EP, The Demonstration, was released in November 2014 and reached #13 on the iTunes singer-songwriter charts. Featuring five original songs, the record was hailed as “strong and memorable” (The Nashville Scene) and prompted singer John Cowan to write:
“I love it. Their songwriting is skillful, insightful, and evocative. Kate’s voice is both soulful and sweet and blends effortlessly with Forrest’s clear, clean tenor. Their music is joyful, beautiful, and intentional. Wisewater, I’m listening, I ‘hear you,’ and I look forward to hearing your singing, songwriting, and playing for a long, long time to come.”
O’Connor, the son of country fiddler Mark O’Connor, grew up in Nashville and from early on was exposed to some of the best in the business, including Dolly Parton, Vince Gill, Marty Stuart, and Steve Wariner.
Wisewater will be the last in the Hills of Tennessee Roots Music Series at Bird Song Studio, in the Church next to the Post Office. Hosted by Singer/Songwriter Robyn Taylor, Bird Song Studio is a house concert venue known for it’s beautiful acoustics and intimate listening environment.
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased in advance at www.thebirdsongstudio.com or at the door on the night of the show at 213 West High Street, Woodbury, TN 37190. Light snacks and drinks will be available for a donation.
