Sara Watkins, born on June 8, 1981, in Santa Monica, California, is an accomplished singer-songwriter and fiddler, renowned for her contributions to the American folk and progressive bluegrass scenes. She first gained acclaim as a founding member of the Grammy Award-winning trio Nickel Creek, alongside her brother Sean Watkins and mandolinist Chris Thile. With Nickel Creek, Sara delighted audiences with her fiddle proficiency and soul-stirring vocals, contributing significantly to the band's innovative sound that blended traditional bluegrass with an array of modern influences.

Branching out from the ensemble that brought her initial success, Sara Watkins embarked on a solo career that has further solidified her as a formidable artist in her own right. Her self-titled debut solo album, "Sara Watkins," released in 2009, showcased her evolving artistry and knack for compelling storytelling through music. She continued to build on her solo repertoire with albums such as "Sun Midnight Sun" (2012) and the introspective "Young In All The Wrong Ways" (2016), which allowed her to explore personal themes and a broader musical landscape, exhibiting her versatility and depth as a songwriter. Watkins' most recent projects, such as her enchanting children's album, "Under the Pepper Tree" (2021), and her reflective single "Simple Reminder," further exhibit her lyrical authenticity and enduring charm. Her ability to transcend genres and connect with audiences on an emotional level cements her as a staple figure in contemporary American music.

Genres

Bluegrass

Bluegrass Gospel

Ectofolk

Folk

New Americana

Progressive Bluegrass

Related Artists

Gillian Welch

Alison Krauss

Nickel Creek

Aoife O'Donovan

Chris Thile

Fiona Apple

Punch Brothers

Emmylou Harris

The Decemberists

Sarah Jarosz

The Wailin' Jennys

Bon Iver

Latest Release

Simple Reminder

Sara Watkins

Single - Released June 2, 2023