Aerynn

An American-born singer-songwriter now in northern England, aerynn left a career in astrophysics to write songs and teach music to others. With a “breathtaking voice” [Leek Arts Festival, and others] that “lulls you into a blissful trance” [The Wharf, Macclesfield], Aerynn is a singer-songwriter who transcends musical boundaries as well as geographical ones, with her newest single "Gift" hinting at ethereal atmospheres of cinematic-indie soundscapes in contrast with the raw roots sincerity of her last award- nominated folk-americana release, “Four Places”.
Aerynn's lyrics are reflection and confession, hope and heartache, each song telling a personal tale that resonates universally with a thread of truth. Themes of nostalgia, longing, self-discovery, and the beauty found in the mundane intermingle with a poetic finesse that invites listeners to embark on an introspective journey of their own. It's a delicate balance of dark and light, delivered with an authenticity that has become Aerynn's signature.
Having performed in theatres, clubs, pubs, festivals, forests, coffee shops, bars, boat yards, living rooms, streets, churches, meadows, marketplaces and even a former bordello, she enjoys exploring acoustic spaces of all kinds. Previous performances of note include Macclesfield's Barnaby Festival, Leek Arts Festival (alongside acts such as Barbara Dickson and Fairport Convention), Leek Blues and Americana Festival, Middlewich Folk And Boat Festival, Dublin's YouBloom Festival, Regional Finals of the OpenMicUK Songwriting Contest at Northern Royal College of Music, the Manchester Americana Festival, and an opening slot for punk legends Agent Orange!
Discography
Sleep In Heavenly Peace (2017) is Aerynn's first full-length album, and surprisingly to her, it is comprised entirely of traditional carols. Spurred by the sudden tragic death of Aerynn's keys player, Riverboat Steve, she decided to finish the festive music side-project they had started together in only a few short weeks, just in time for Christmas.
Summer Leaves (2015) is aerynn's first release, comprised of five original songs selected from a vast repertoire. Moved by several of her friends having lost their fathers in one year, she asked her dad Ray Brassfield to join her in this recording on upright bass. Together they recorded the live studio takes that comprise Summer Leaves, raw and unfiltered.

"Impeccable, confident folk from an artist with alternative rock roots, Aerynn writes songs with grace and intrigue. Her formula strays from too much structure, enjoying refreshing, attention-grabbing rhythmic choices and stream-of-consciousness delivery. A bright take on a classic." --Shannon Duvall, YouBloom Festival Headroom Blog
"Aerynn has a refreshingly passionate and honest approach to songwriting and performance. Plus - when it comes to Americana she is the real thing!" --Andy Callen, Manchester Americana Festival
"I thoroughly enjoyed what I was able to catch of Aerynn’s set, and it kept the yard full, so clearly the customers enjoyed it." --Ian Hill-Smith, Middlewich Folk & Boat Festival Fringe
"A positive warming experience despite the...sorrowful, melancholy even regretful lyrics...loss, battered emotions and sadness, yet ...a strong vein of resilience.... The feelings of warmth come through aerynn’s richly expressive, soulful vocals and a softly, subtle guitar." --Tom Franks of FolkWords Review on 'Summer Leaves' EP
“Aerynn is a fabulous songwriter and performer with a breathtaking voice. Perfect for those nights when you just want to be lulled in to blissful trance.” --Chris Stairmand, venue owner,The Wharf, Macclesfield
"Aerynn has a great melodic sense, above and beyond the magnificent voice. Her lyrics are well crafted and tell stories and create emotions...I could understand everything she sang." ---John Burnett, Hawaii Tribune-Herald
"Aerynn's hauntingly beautiful voice accompanied with her articulate lyrics awed the packed house. " --Local Expressions Hawaii, ARTventure Review