Orion Walsh (USA)

After a decade of releasing albums and touring, Nebraska singer-songwriter Orion Walsh has released "So Many Places to See" on folk/roots label Sower Records. This album full of vivid stories is a truly mature step forward for this well-traveled troubadour. Walsh has previously released seven albums on independent labels Sower Records and Indie Vision Music, including "The Hitchhiker's Son", produced by AJ Mogis (Bright Eyes, Monsters of Folk).

He has also released two albums with his former band Slow Coming Day (Tooth & Nail Records), which were distributed by a major label.

Walsh has been touring for over a decade and has played over 1,000 shows throughout the United States as well as several tours in Europe both as a solo artist and with his band. Orion has performed his music in 15 different countries and in the past has opened for artists such as Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Magic Slim, David Dondero, Mae, David Bazan, The Mynabirds, Wild Child, Samantha Crain, Wayne Hancock, 6′ 10″, etc. Several of his songs have been used on television and independent films in the past including "Skins" (UK), "Pawn Stars", "NY Ink" (TLC), "What Not to Wear" and "America's Next Top Model" with international fame. Expect more from this free-spirited traveler and songwriter in the years to come.

PRESS:

"Walsh has crafted his best album yet, infusing his sharply drawn, folk-rooted songs with a pop sensibility."
-Lincoln Journal Star

"There's a restlessness in his music and a power in his voice, a constant need to move and change the scenery, leading to Walsh's status as a musical zelig who keeps his audience guessing." -The Inlander

"Good songs, well played and pleasantly sung" -Americana UK

"Well-developed songwriting and lyricism worth its weight in gold" -Tuned Up

"A truly independent musician who doesn't have to rely on the handouts of a financial backer to produce the music he wants to make. If you're looking for a clean break from all the crappy generic music out there, please take a minute and listen to Orion Walsh, you won't regret it." -Indie Vision Music

"There must be something in the water in Nebraska that keeps producing strong folk singers. I think it's time for a new artist's name to become synonymous with the state...Orion Walsh" -Popwreckoning

"When the profound, heartfelt and expressive lyrics are combined with perfectly fitting instrumentation, the end result is a masterpiece of new American folk music. The depth and expression that emanate from "Tornado Lullabies" have quickly made the album one of my favorite recordings." -The Daily Nebraskan