Kenny Roby
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MAY
17
2024
Rosendale, NY
Rosendale Theatre
I Was There
APR
19
2024
Scranton, PA
The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple
I Was There
APR
04
2024
Elkin, NC
The Reeves Theater & Cafe
I Was There
AUG
27
2023
Franklin, NC
Yonder
I Was There
AUG
26
2023
Cumming, GA
Pono Acres
I Was There
AUG
25
2023
Johnson City, TN
Down Home
I Was There
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Randy
August 25th 2023
Fantastic double bill with these two troubadours! Was a unique and exceptional evening in a intimate setting. Top notch performance!
Asheville, NC@House Concert
About Kenny Roby
A songwriter’s songwriter, Kenny Roby’s 2020 album ’The Reservoir’ has been called a master class in that craft. A native of the Carolinas, he was originally known for fronting 6 String Drag, pioneers in the Alt-Country and Americana music movements of the ’90s. The band was produced by roots music godfather Steve Earle and signed to his E-Squared Records. Since 6 String Drag’s breakup in 1998, Roby has released 5 solo records as well as a live duo record with Neal Casal. Casal was slated to be the producer on Roby’s newest record when he passed away in August of 2019. Dave Schools of Widespread Panic then took over producer duties on ’The Reservoir,’ which also features the musicianship of Tony Leone (Little Feat, Chris Robinson, Levon Helm, Phil Lesh) and Jeff Hill (Rufus Wainwright, Chris Robinson, Steve Earle), among others.
For his brand new self-titled record to be released on August 5, 2022, Roby once again recruited Tony Leone and Jeff Hill for the rhythm section at Applehead in Woodstock, but this time adding Daniel Littleton of Amy Helm, Levon Helm and Michael Hurley’s bands on guitar and other instruments. The crew was also joined on a few tracks by legendary Lovin Spoonful frontman John Sebastian on harmonica, Amy Helm and Dori Freeman on background vocals and former Bob Dylan keyboardist/accordion player Brian Mitchell.
“With his new album ‘The Reservoir’, Kenny Roby seeks some solace between the darkness and the light, gleans lessons learned and transmits them through a set of songs that are taut, tender and flush with both resilience and resolve.”
– AMERICAN SONGWRITER (4.5 of 5 Stars)
On ‘The Reservoir,’ Kenny Roby dives deep to find beauty in tragedy…the power of Roby’s songwriting is how well the stories connect with us all.
– NO DEPRESSION
With The Reservoir, Kenny Roby affirms and reestablishes his spot as one of the (americana/folk rock/alt country) sub-genre’s most talented and evocative songwriters by using his introspective and sometimes piercing lyrics, wonderful melodies, and his affecting and charismatic voice to create one of the most emotional and impactful records of the year thus far.
– AMERICANA HIGHWAYS
The Reservoir tackles weighty issues of self-awareness and assessment. But Kenny Roby guides us through the process with compassionate insights and comforting, folk rock rhythms. In the end, it’s a tale of triumph and redemption that’s both well told and well deserved.
– TURNSTYLED JUNKPILED MAGAZINE
Singing in a weathered voice that creates a disarming intimacy, he addresses his own wavering sobriety, failing marriage and midlife anxieties. These songs go to some dark places, but Roby manages to find some comfort setting his fears to music.
– UNCUT MAGAZINE (8 of 10 Stars)
For his brand new self-titled record to be released on August 5, 2022, Roby once again recruited Tony Leone and Jeff Hill for the rhythm section at Applehead in Woodstock, but this time adding Daniel Littleton of Amy Helm, Levon Helm and Michael Hurley’s bands on guitar and other instruments. The crew was also joined on a few tracks by legendary Lovin Spoonful frontman John Sebastian on harmonica, Amy Helm and Dori Freeman on background vocals and former Bob Dylan keyboardist/accordion player Brian Mitchell.
“With his new album ‘The Reservoir’, Kenny Roby seeks some solace between the darkness and the light, gleans lessons learned and transmits them through a set of songs that are taut, tender and flush with both resilience and resolve.”
– AMERICAN SONGWRITER (4.5 of 5 Stars)
On ‘The Reservoir,’ Kenny Roby dives deep to find beauty in tragedy…the power of Roby’s songwriting is how well the stories connect with us all.
– NO DEPRESSION
With The Reservoir, Kenny Roby affirms and reestablishes his spot as one of the (americana/folk rock/alt country) sub-genre’s most talented and evocative songwriters by using his introspective and sometimes piercing lyrics, wonderful melodies, and his affecting and charismatic voice to create one of the most emotional and impactful records of the year thus far.
– AMERICANA HIGHWAYS
The Reservoir tackles weighty issues of self-awareness and assessment. But Kenny Roby guides us through the process with compassionate insights and comforting, folk rock rhythms. In the end, it’s a tale of triumph and redemption that’s both well told and well deserved.
– TURNSTYLED JUNKPILED MAGAZINE
Singing in a weathered voice that creates a disarming intimacy, he addresses his own wavering sobriety, failing marriage and midlife anxieties. These songs go to some dark places, but Roby manages to find some comfort setting his fears to music.
– UNCUT MAGAZINE (8 of 10 Stars)
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Genres:
Alt Country, Folk, Folk Rock, Americana
Hometown:
Woodstock, New York
No upcoming shows
Send a request to Kenny Roby to play in your city
Request a Show
Similar Artists On Tour
concerts and tour dates
Past
MAY
17
2024
Rosendale, NY
Rosendale Theatre
I Was There
APR
19
2024
Scranton, PA
The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple
I Was There
APR
04
2024
Elkin, NC
The Reeves Theater & Cafe
I Was There
AUG
27
2023
Franklin, NC
Yonder
I Was There
AUG
26
2023
Cumming, GA
Pono Acres
I Was There
AUG
25
2023
Johnson City, TN
Down Home
I Was There
Show More Dates
Fan Reviews
Randy
August 25th 2023
Fantastic double bill with these two troubadours! Was a unique and exceptional evening in a intimate setting. Top notch performance!
Asheville, NC@House Concert
About Kenny Roby
A songwriter’s songwriter, Kenny Roby’s 2020 album ’The Reservoir’ has been called a master class in that craft. A native of the Carolinas, he was originally known for fronting 6 String Drag, pioneers in the Alt-Country and Americana music movements of the ’90s. The band was produced by roots music godfather Steve Earle and signed to his E-Squared Records. Since 6 String Drag’s breakup in 1998, Roby has released 5 solo records as well as a live duo record with Neal Casal. Casal was slated to be the producer on Roby’s newest record when he passed away in August of 2019. Dave Schools of Widespread Panic then took over producer duties on ’The Reservoir,’ which also features the musicianship of Tony Leone (Little Feat, Chris Robinson, Levon Helm, Phil Lesh) and Jeff Hill (Rufus Wainwright, Chris Robinson, Steve Earle), among others.
For his brand new self-titled record to be released on August 5, 2022, Roby once again recruited Tony Leone and Jeff Hill for the rhythm section at Applehead in Woodstock, but this time adding Daniel Littleton of Amy Helm, Levon Helm and Michael Hurley’s bands on guitar and other instruments. The crew was also joined on a few tracks by legendary Lovin Spoonful frontman John Sebastian on harmonica, Amy Helm and Dori Freeman on background vocals and former Bob Dylan keyboardist/accordion player Brian Mitchell.
“With his new album ‘The Reservoir’, Kenny Roby seeks some solace between the darkness and the light, gleans lessons learned and transmits them through a set of songs that are taut, tender and flush with both resilience and resolve.”
– AMERICAN SONGWRITER (4.5 of 5 Stars)
On ‘The Reservoir,’ Kenny Roby dives deep to find beauty in tragedy…the power of Roby’s songwriting is how well the stories connect with us all.
– NO DEPRESSION
With The Reservoir, Kenny Roby affirms and reestablishes his spot as one of the (americana/folk rock/alt country) sub-genre’s most talented and evocative songwriters by using his introspective and sometimes piercing lyrics, wonderful melodies, and his affecting and charismatic voice to create one of the most emotional and impactful records of the year thus far.
– AMERICANA HIGHWAYS
The Reservoir tackles weighty issues of self-awareness and assessment. But Kenny Roby guides us through the process with compassionate insights and comforting, folk rock rhythms. In the end, it’s a tale of triumph and redemption that’s both well told and well deserved.
– TURNSTYLED JUNKPILED MAGAZINE
Singing in a weathered voice that creates a disarming intimacy, he addresses his own wavering sobriety, failing marriage and midlife anxieties. These songs go to some dark places, but Roby manages to find some comfort setting his fears to music.
– UNCUT MAGAZINE (8 of 10 Stars)
For his brand new self-titled record to be released on August 5, 2022, Roby once again recruited Tony Leone and Jeff Hill for the rhythm section at Applehead in Woodstock, but this time adding Daniel Littleton of Amy Helm, Levon Helm and Michael Hurley’s bands on guitar and other instruments. The crew was also joined on a few tracks by legendary Lovin Spoonful frontman John Sebastian on harmonica, Amy Helm and Dori Freeman on background vocals and former Bob Dylan keyboardist/accordion player Brian Mitchell.
“With his new album ‘The Reservoir’, Kenny Roby seeks some solace between the darkness and the light, gleans lessons learned and transmits them through a set of songs that are taut, tender and flush with both resilience and resolve.”
– AMERICAN SONGWRITER (4.5 of 5 Stars)
On ‘The Reservoir,’ Kenny Roby dives deep to find beauty in tragedy…the power of Roby’s songwriting is how well the stories connect with us all.
– NO DEPRESSION
With The Reservoir, Kenny Roby affirms and reestablishes his spot as one of the (americana/folk rock/alt country) sub-genre’s most talented and evocative songwriters by using his introspective and sometimes piercing lyrics, wonderful melodies, and his affecting and charismatic voice to create one of the most emotional and impactful records of the year thus far.
– AMERICANA HIGHWAYS
The Reservoir tackles weighty issues of self-awareness and assessment. But Kenny Roby guides us through the process with compassionate insights and comforting, folk rock rhythms. In the end, it’s a tale of triumph and redemption that’s both well told and well deserved.
– TURNSTYLED JUNKPILED MAGAZINE
Singing in a weathered voice that creates a disarming intimacy, he addresses his own wavering sobriety, failing marriage and midlife anxieties. These songs go to some dark places, but Roby manages to find some comfort setting his fears to music.
– UNCUT MAGAZINE (8 of 10 Stars)
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Genres:
Alt Country, Folk, Folk Rock, Americana
Hometown:
Woodstock, New York
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