AJ Roach

b. 1975, Newfield News, Virginia, USA. This California-based singer-songwriter was raised deep in the Appalachians and listened to the region's bluegrass and old-time country music as a child. Roach began performing in the late 90s and toured extensively throughout the USA and Europe, attracting a cult following for his rootsy brand of Americana. His 2003 debut, Dogwood Winter, drew on the singer's roots in the Appalachian tradition and some colourful stories from his family history. The album, which was released on Roach's own New Folk Star label, gained a strong reception on...