May Erlewine
Date and Time
Saturday Sep 28, 2024
September 28, 8p
Location
37 Main St, Rockport, MA 01966
Fees/Admission
Tickets: $29, $24
Website
Contact Information
(978) 546-7391
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Description
May Erlewine, a prolific songwriter hailing from the Midwest, crafts songs that resonate with both familiarity and freshness, addressing themes of heartbreak and empowerment while championing environmental advocacy, social justice, and community building. Erlewine's music transcends her Michigan roots, offering listeners a profound and immediate connection. Raised in a household steeped in art and music, Erlewine's journey, from hitchhiking across the country as a teenager to honing her craft as a performer, informs her authentic and soulful sound. Her lyrics, rooted in everyday experiences, exude wisdom, joy, and sorrow, embracing a wide spectrum of influences. Whether performing solo or with her carefully selected backing bands, Erlewine's music serves as a catalyst for positive change, embodying the role of folk-singer activist. Her heartfelt performances inspire connectedness and underscore the importance of collective action in addressing pressing societal issues. With a global reach, Erlewine's music offers solace, illumination, and a poignant reflection of the human experience, solidifying her as a true artist and beacon of empowerment in contemporary folk music.