Folk, blues and Americana singer-songwriter Amit Dattani has garnered attention from the likes of BBC Radio 2, BBC 6 Music, Americana UK and fRoots, with his nimble fingerpicking and striking lyrical originality. Named in ‘Best Gigs of 2023’ by Tradfolk, Amit’s raconteur spirit and superb musicianship has garnered a strong reputation on the live circuit, with over twenty years performing across the UK and Europe under his belt.
His wry lyrics, mellifluous guitar and warm vocals come to the fore with his most recent release, Santiago - a collection of stripped back songs with just guitar and voice.
Amit has shared the stage with the likes of Charlie Parr, John Smith, Blind Boy Paxton, Willy Vlautin and Kathryn Williams.
“Fantastic album!” - Cerys Matthews, BBC Radio 2
“This is among the year’s finest debut albums” – Folk Radio UK
“It has been a while since a master musician such as Amit Dattani has reminded us of just how full a sound one man with one guitar can create” – Blues Matters
“Terrific country blues - recommended” – fRoots
“His deft touch and warm, gentle vocals take the listener on one enjoyable journey after another” – Flyin Shoes
“Simple, sincere and authentic” – Folking
“Each song is a nugget in a seam of precious stuff, hand hewn and lovingly put together” –AmericanaUK
"Echoes of John Fahey and Leo Kottke" - Roots and Branches
"Just a fantastic picker!" - Charlie Parr
Grab a copy from iTunes or by clicking the order button below