Handmade Moments

In the artist's words:

Handmade Moments: Two people, countless instruments

Anna Moss and Joel Ludford are Handmade Moments - a duo from Fayetteville, Arkansas, who have been touring for over ten years and have created their very own musical world in the process. Multi-instrumentalists through and through: Bass clarinet, alto saxophone, sousaphone, mandolin, guitar, upright bass and tag-team beatboxing are all part of their live arsenal.

This is what Handmade Moments sounds like: Indie, folk, jazz, funk and soul all rolled into one

Like the last drink in a smoky bar: a cocktail of folk, jazz, funk and soul, garnished with a slice of pop and roots music. Handmade Moments are musically lighter than you might think and politically heavier than you might expect.

A story of new beginnings and strokes of fate

Handmade Moments have worked hard for their place in the music world. After years of touring, busking and gigging across the USA and South America, they were dealt a heavy blow in 2016: their self-built biodiesel bus, their home and tour vehicle, was hit by two vehicles in Northern California. Ludford was seriously injured and spent a month in hospital, and three more in a wheelchair. Moss suffered a concussion. But instead of giving up, the two retreated to Nevada City and wrote their third album "Paw Paw Tree" in three months, which was released exactly two years after the accident. A document of human resilience.

Five albums in ten years: the discography

Handmade Moments have released five albums since their self-titled debut in 2014. 'Eye in the Sky' (2015) in particular was critically acclaimed, and 'Paw Paw Tree' (2018) marked their new beginning after the accident. Their latest album shows the band stronger than ever: political, soulful and full of energy.

Frequently asked questions about Handmade Moments

Which artists sound similar to Handmade Moments?

Anyone who likes Punch Brothers, Watchhouse or Lake Street Dive will love Handmade Moments. The sound has that rare mix of lightness and depth, where you never quite know whether to dance or think - and end up doing both.

What is the best situation to listen to Handmade Moments?

At a campfire in the open air, at a folk or jazz festival or simply at home, when you need music that comforts and stirs you up at the same time. Handmade Moments sound particularly magical live - if you have the chance to experience them on stage, you should definitely take it.

What makes Handmade Moments so special live?

The duo brings an impressive array of instruments to the stage and combines this with an energy and warmth that is immediately captivating. No wonder they have already played at renowned festivals such as the Moab Folk Festival and the Oregon Country Fair.