Rowan S. Kaine is a folk singer and storyteller steeped in the raw, unvarnished traditions of early American music. With a gravel-laced voice and a knack for fingerpicked guitar, banjo, and harmonica, Rowan draws deep from the well of Lomax-era field recordings, talkin’ blues, and the dustbowl sincerity of Guthrie and Dylan. Whether delivering a crooked grin through a comical ballad or tracing old stories through original songwriting, Rowan invites audiences into a living tradition—where every tune is a tale, and every performance a communal moment, echoing the spirit of Greenwich Village in its folk heyday.

For fans of: Tom Waits, Gillian Welch, Iron & Wine, The Milk Carton Kids

Sugar Gum Rise is the debut EP from singer-songwriter Rowan S. Kaine — a collection of rural folk reflections shaped by banjo, resonator guitar, accordion, and a deeply lyrical, homespun voice. There’s intimacy in every track, blending personal storytelling with classic folk textures and a deep respect for tradition. From wry humour to aching ballads, this EP captures a quiet but striking artistic vision rooted in place, memory, and emotional truth.

'Sugar Gum Rise' EP Launch - Rowan S. Kaine (Saxon Penn) supported by Cormac Grant

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