Richard Dawson

Richard Dawson

Richard Dawson is a folk musician from Newcastle upon Tyne, England. His work is associated with folk, singer-songwriter, progressive folk, avant-folk and experimental music.

Albums and reception

His album Nothing Important is released by Weird World and receives critical acclaim. His 2017 album Peasant also receives strong praise and is chosen by The Quietus as its album of the year.

Style and performance

Dawson is known for singing and playing guitar with a distinctive, intense style. His voice moves from a rough, cracking delivery into a sudden soaring register, while his acoustic guitar playing shifts between rough-edged and more fluid passages. His writing is noted for its sharp, tightly drawn use of words.

Reputation

He is described as a well-known live presence in his native Newcastle.