Larry Beckett

**Larry Beckett** is a poet and lyricist best known for his collaborations with folk-rock icon Tim Buckley in the 1960s, co-writing introspective, mythic tracks that helped define the era’s psychedelic folk sound. After Buckley’s death, Beckett continued weaving American legends into his work, merging poetry with music in projects like *The American Cycle*—a series celebrating U.S. cultural icons. His recent releases, including *Amelia Earhart*, *John Henry*, and *Paul Bunyan*, reflect his lifelong fascination with folklore and history, blending spoken-word storytelling and minimalist arrangements. Beckett’s partnership with the Walt Whitman Birthplace Association underscores his commitment to exploring America’s literary and musical roots, making him a quiet but enduring voice in connecting past and present art forms.

Genres

Alternative

Folk

Singer-songwriter

Rock

Indie Folk

Americana

Spoken Word

Psychedelic Folk

Poetry

Latest Release

U. S. Rivers: Route 66

Larry Beckett

Single - Released February 1, 2022