NIC CHAMBERLAIN

Sat., Aug. 23.  NIC CHAMBERLAIN. Although he lived in Southern Utah his entire life, Mr. Chamberlain has performed all around the U.S. and Canada for over a decade, and moved to Southern California in June, 2018.  In 2016 he recorded a debut album of original material, playing all of the instrumentals as well as singing all of the vocals.  He describes his songs as “Roots music,” “equal parts rock and old country.”  Known for his expertise with guitar, mandolin, and banjo, and even a “punishing force behind the drum kit,” he is perhaps most remembered for his “high and lonesome” vocals.  His Gardenia debut a few years ago turned heads and gave notice that a major talent was emerging, armed with original material not only lyrically compelling and melodically and harmonically interesting—but also commercially “accessible,”—a creative combination rare to find wrapped up in a single individual.  Even his style is rare for, albeit perfect for, The Gardenia, with moments recalling Pete Seeger, Arlo Guthrie, Dylan, and even John Denver, but infused with a rock sensibility suitable for this millennium.