PIETA BROWN
Hailed as a “self-styled poetess, folk goddess, and country waif” by the BBC, Pieta Brown first came to international prominence with the release of her self-titled debut in 2002. Since then she has released multiple highly critically acclaimed albums, EPs and singles, with much attention being paid not only to her distinct sound and style, but also the power of her singing and songwriting, including fan favorite, Paradise Outlaw, which Bon Iver mastermind Justin Vernon has called his “favorite recording made at our studio.”
Brown has toured worldwide with artists such as John Prine, Amos Lee, Brandi Carlisle, JJ Cale, Ani Difranco, Mark Knopfler, Mavis Staples, and Calexico among others. She has co-written songs with and made guest appearances on albums by Calexico, Amos Lee, Howe Gelb, Iris Dement, and more. Brown’s forthcoming album Dreamin' Of (August 21, 2026 / Rigtheous Babe Records) was co-produced by Bon Iver cohorts S. Carey and Mike Lewis.
Brown has earned widespread critical acclaim from NPR Music, Stereogum, Billboard, FLOOD, Paste, American Songwriter, Folk Alley, and Relix and more. In 2022 Pieta further expanded her musical prowess by recording and releasing an album of original cinematic instrumentals, The Less I Needed The Better I Felt, under the moniker Sylvee & The Sea featuring John Convertino (Calexico), Don Was, and CJ Carmerieri (Carm). She also co-produced Iris DeMent’s most recent album Workin’ On A World, which has garnered praise from Rolling Stone and The New York Times among many others.
Along the way she has earned respect and accolades for her talents in soundtrack design, videography, and photography, too; and Brown’s photographs have appeared in gallery shows, as well as on numerous album covers for fellow artists.
Continually revealing new layers as a songwriter, singer, musician, producer, visual artist and performer, Brown is being recognized as a true multi-hyphenate and one of modern Americana’s true gems.
“A style and a sensuality that’s all her own…." - Pop Matters
“Brown’s vocals couldn’t be more stellar if she tried.” - Stereogum
“Serious firepower” - Boston Globe
"Moody, ethereal...I will listen over and over again." - NPR's All Songs Considered
"It's exciting to hear such quiet mastery of a genre." - Bust
“Pieta Brown sings about love and trust…“In my heart you sing clear and bright / It makes me feel like things will be all right,” she intones, convincing both herself and anyone listening.” - The New York Times
“An artist with vision, intensity, and the talent to combine them into compelling music." - Amazon
"Paradise Outlaw stands out…for its intimacy, musical generosity, and the restlessness of its vision." - All Music Guide
"Among the top tier of songwriters today..." - FAME (Folk and Acoustic Music Exchange)
“A gifted singer-songwriter whose lyrics are pieces of polished poetry.” - Huffington Post
“Gentle swing mixing with swagger as perfectly as beer and chasers." - Q magazine
“Every listen reveals something new and worthwhile." - Vintage Guitar
"She has that kind of voice...intimate, raw, enveloping." - Chicago Reader