Howe Gelb is an American singer-songwriter and musician, heralded as an under-the-radar legend in the realm of alternative country and rock. Born on October 22, 1956, in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Gelb's prolific music career spans over three decades, during which he has been the architect of a distinct sound characterized by dusty, cinematic Americana and introspective lyrics. Best known as the founder and primary artist of the band Giant Sand, Howe Gelb has become a cult figure in indie circles, revered for his avant-garde approach to country-rock and his contribution to the desert rock sound that emerged from Tucson, Arizona.

Throughout his career, Gelb has shown a restless artistic spirit, releasing music that flits between genres and sonic landscapes. With an extensive discography to his name, some of his most recent solo works include thought-provoking and poetic albums such as "Alegrias" (10th Anniversary Edition) and "Gathered". The album "Not On The Map" showcases Gelb's penchant for collaboration, featuring tracks with the likes of Pieta Brown, who also joins him on the stirring duet "Sweet Pretender". Howe Gelb continues to engage and inspire with his idiosyncratic blend of rock, folk, jazz, and lo-fi influences, remaining an influential and admired figure in the contemporary music scene. His work not only persists as a chronicle of his own artistic journey but also as a map guiding listeners through the evocative landscapes of American music.

Genres

Alternative Country

Tucson Indie

Latest Release

Weathering Some Piano

Howe Gelb

Album - 13 Tracks - Released May 31, 2024