Search results
Natalie Anne Merchant (born October 26, 1963) is an American singer-songwriter. She joined the band 10,000 Maniacs in 1981 and was lead vocalist and primary lyricist for the group. She remained with the group for their first seven albums before leaving to begin her solo career in 1993.
‘I have been a persistent fan of Natalie Merchant for several decades – but this may be the best album she has ever made. With classically precise arrangements and production, elegantly poetic lyrics and emotionally stirring vocals she takes us on a unique and memorable journey.’
Over her 40-year career, Natalie Merchant has attained a place among America’s most respected recording artists. She has earned a reputation for being a songwriter of quality and a captivating stage performer.
The official video channel for singer/songwriter Natalie Merchant.
Apr 12, 2023 · What brought Natalie Merchant back to music, after nine successful albums, was nearly losing her ability to make it. As the world went into lockdown, her spine crumbled from a degenerative...
Apr 9, 2023 · NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with multi-platinum singer-songwriter Natalie Merchant about her ninth solo studio album, "Keep Your Courage," and the musical influences in her life.
Jun 14, 2023 · Natalie Merchant's new album is something that easily could've not happened. A few years ago, she underwent spinal cord surgery, and in the aftermath, Merchant briefly lost her ability to sing.
Oct 25, 2023 · Natalie Merchant's new album, 'Keep Your Courage,' out now: https://nataliemerchant.lnk.to/KeepYourCourage.
Apr 2, 2023 · Their lead singer and songwriter, Natalie Merchant, was a sixteen-year-old who wrote lyrics about Jack Kerouac’s mother, struggling parents in the Depression, and imperialism in Africa. Critics...
Keep Your Courage comprises nine original songs by Merchant as well as an interpretation of “Hunting the Wren” by Ian Lynch of the Irish band Lankum. “Keep Your Courage is transcendent… a brilliant and long-awaited return of Natalie’s unmistakable voice.”. – Michael Stipe.
