Jake Xerxes Fussell is an American folk guitarist and singer whose music is a rich tapestry woven from the threads of traditional tunes, blues, and American folk music. Born in Columbus, Georgia, and raised in the musically fertile region of the Southeast, Jake's upbringing was steeped in the folkloric tradition; his father is a folklorist, curator, and photographer, which exposed Fussell to the heart of Southern music culture from a young age.

Fussell's eponymous debut album, "Jake Xerxes Fussell," released in 2015, announced his arrival as a distinctive interpreter of traditional folk and blues songs, reimagining them with a fresh, contemporary touch. His subsequent releases have seen him delve deeper into the well of American music heritage, with albums like "What in the Natural World" (2017) and "Out of Sight" (2019) receiving critical acclaim for their nuanced and soulful renditions. His 2022 record "Good and Green Again" continues his path as a conduit of American music’s bygone narratives, offering a sublime mixture of guitar craftsmanship and narrative storytelling. Jake's artistry lays in his gentle and skillful guitar work, paired with a warm vocal style that feels both cohesive and respectful to the origins of each song. As an artist who acts as a bridge between the past and present, Jake Xerxes Fussell's work is a celebration of the enduring power of song, firmly planting traditional roots into contemporary soil.

Genres

Alternative Americana

Drone Folk

Modern Old-time

North Carolina Roots

Pastoral

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Latest Release

When I'm Called

Jake Xerxes Fussell

Album - 9 Tracks - Released July 12, 2024