Iron & Wine is the moniker for Samuel "Sam" Ervin Beam, an American singer-songwriter born on July 26, 1974, hailing from South Carolina. Iron & Wine is known for weaving a tapestry of folk, indie folk, and Americana, with Beam's warm, soft-spoken vocals and poignant lyrics at the core of its appeal. His career took flight with the 2002 album "The Creek Drank the Cradle," released by Sub Pop Records, which immediately positioned him as a staple among indie folk audiences. His sound, characterized by hushed vocals and the gentle strumming of acoustic guitars, often complemented with banjo and slide guitar, creates an intimate atmosphere that draws listeners into a reflective state.

Over the years, Iron & Wine has expanded beyond the sparse arrangements of early works, introducing lush production and varying instrumentation on albums like "The Shepherd's Dog" and "Kiss Each Other Clean." Beam's commitment to both evolution and retrospection in his music is evident in the Archive Series, where he revisits and releases tracks from his extensive backlog of unreleased material. Collaborative projects such as "Years to Burn" with Calexico and "Love Letter for Fire" with Jesca Hoop further showcase the breadth of his artistry, allowing him to explore new territories while maintaining the emotive and storytelling prowess that fans have come to cherish. Iron & Wine continues to captivate audiences with releases like "Beast Epic" and live recordings such as "Live At Third Man Records," delivering the soulful, narrative-rich music that Sam Beam has been celebrated for since the beginning of his career.

Genres

Acoustic Pop

Chamber Pop

Indie Folk

Indie Rock

Stomp And Holler

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Latest Release

Never Meant

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Iron & Wine

Single - Released July 31, 2024