Tracy Chapman, Ryan Adams, Nick Drake, Jose Gonzalez, Sufjan Stevens, Chris Thile, Ben Harper, Jeff Buckley, Damien Rice, Ron Sexsmith, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, and of course... David Bowie.
Will Knox is an export from London, UK. An alternative-folk, singer/songwriter with influences from Ryan Adams, Nick Drake, Damien Rice and Jose Gonzalez, Will can be found running around in New York City promoting his new EP, ‘Buckled Knees EP’, engineered by Ted Paduck, and mixed by Hun Min Park.
Will’s recent achievements have included becoming a current finalist for the International Songwriting Competition, and being a winner of Berklee College of Music’s ‘Songwriting Competition 2006/7’ & ‘Performing Singer/Songwriter 2007’.
Will and the 6-piece, acoustic band behind the EP (consisting of banjo, cello, violin, guitar, drums and vocals) have been turning many heads over the last year with their trans-Atlantic twist on contemporary folk songwriting, instrumentation, and arranging. Early in 2008 they returned from a tour to the UK, and can now be found promoting their new record up and down the East Coast.
SOME VERY KIND WORDS:
"To label Will Knox as just another UK import simply wouldn’t justify the man’s ability with written word. His songs are clean and delightfully orchestrated but his strengths lay in lyrics of originality that sooth, inspire and encourage..Knox writes with a wisdom and experience that belies his years." -Rebel Spirit Music New York, NY May, 2008
"No pretension, just lush strings and effortless atmosphere: lovely, lovely stuff." -The Cherwell Oxford, UK January 16, 2008
“…Clear crisp, vocals, melodic hooks, simple yet endearing guitar, and image inducing lyrics adorn Will Knox’s songwriting….a British invasion of the best kind…”
-The Groove Boston MA
April 8, 2007
"Will Knox proved to be a true imported gem with his curious lyrical arrangement and soft-spoken guitar bits.. The man has an impeccable voice, one that even prominent folk rock artists strive for."
-WERS 88.9FM Boston MA October 11, 2007
“England's Glory!”
-The Weekly Vibe Boston MA
December 11, 2006
“…His bandmates come from all over, including the United Kingdom, California, Colorado, Indiana and Utah. The band’s sound ranges from artists like Ryan Adams and Damien Rice...”
-The Telegraph, Nashua, NH
August 7, 2007
“…Our most recent act was a young gentleman from London named Will Knox. His beautiful lyrics and harmonies stunned the crowd…”
-Erinfuentes.net, ‘King’s Bar’ Boston MA
August 5, 2007
Summer's nice now that the weather's warming up. Had a friend pass away due to a rare brain-wasting disease a few days ago. You just have to keep pulling through, you know? But other than that my summer has been nice. I love the EP, it's got very vivid imagery and wonderful passion. I was going to see you again on the 29th but ended up coming too late. Wish you luck in getting back home from Milwaukee!
Thanks so much for letting me play with you the past few days @ SummerFest! It was so much fun...crazy rain storms and all!!! YAYY!! I can't wait to do it again!
Hey Will, thanks so much for checking in and the comments....they are ALWAYS welcomed! How are things going with you? I wanted ask you if you wanted to be on the official email list? If so, shoot me an email and I will make sure my promotions manager puts you on the list.
Have you managed to get your guitar hands on a G7th capo yet?! If not, then you're missing out and you should have a look and get in touch if you're interested so I can send you one to try!
Hey Will~ Stoppin by to say hi and to wish you a wonderful trip! I'm finally getting things back under control here! WHAT A MOVE! Can't wait to talk to you! Hope all is going well in Boone Country!!! Big Hugs, Roz
hey will, great show in Westford. It was good to see you. Ari Herstand is playing at the Summerfest thing on some of the same days you are. definitely check him out if you can. He's very talented.
Hi Will~ Thinking of you on the 13th! I bet you were GREAT!!! Wish I could have been there! I see your going to be away for awhile...hope we can chat before you leave!
