Rachel Swain

Over the years, Rachel has captivated audiences across genres with her voice and songwriting. Her work has been named Performer Magazine’s April 2014 Vinyl of the Month, was featured by Fred Mills of Spin and Blurt Magazine on Blurt Online, and made Walt Falconer’s of The Falcon’s Nest, Top-10 Records of 2014 list.

Raised on rodeo and rock and roll, her musical influences span country, bluegrass, Americana, and soul. Swain's music is honest, soulful, and steeped in her Texas roots. Soaring melodies are complimented by her bold and dynamic vocals, with themes that speak to a range of human experience, including loss, love, and redemption. Listeners will notice nods to new and classic country in her eclectic and nuanced music. She performs solo and with her band, The Swains.

Over the past 20 years, Rachel Swain has been performing as a vocalist, guitarist, and rarely as a bassist in projects ranging from indie rock, country, French pop, surf, garage rock, punk, and tribute projects. She has worked as a session vocalist and loves collaborating with fellow artists.

As a songwriter, her work is featured in the bands Roxy Swain, The Swains, and Working Mother. Her music is full of strong melodies, honest and personal lyrics, and rich harmonies. Her debut solo releases are due out early 2025.