Serenading listeners from Gettysburg, PA, to Nashville, is independent artist and gifted singer-songwriter Grant Knoxlyn with his tribute to home in a debut single titled "Hymn for Appalachia."
Known for leaving lasting impressions on anyone who graces his live shows, Grant Knoxlyn is a trailblazing singer-songwriter. He often drifts between genres as much as he drifts between state lines. His powerful, attention-commanding performances showcase his ability to be an artist for the modern era: a soul striving to experience humanity through the art of music.
Already with 1k monthly Spotify listeners and only one song under his belt, Grant Knoxlyn's "Hymn for Appalachia" marks a new beginning for the refreshing young artist. This debut single is said to evoke the essence of his Appalachian roots; "An unusually sunny afternoon was incredibly reminiscent of spring days in my hometown stateside. Inexplicably, a riff came through my fingers followed quickly by a melody, and the song wrote itself that afternoon," says Grant.
Solo-written and recorded at Gnarly Whale Sounds in Nashville, "Hymn for Appalachia" begins with gentle acoustic guitar picking and Grant Knoxlyn's breathtaking vocals that radiate peace, love, and reflection from the get-go. As he embraces the warmth of a country twang and his undying love for the places that shaped us during our formative years, he realizes how that place and that time will always be part of him.
His vocals are stunning, and the lush country instrumentals complement them. We're truly impressed by this passionate, profound listening experience. If anything, it's a reminder to remember your roots, honor them, and embrace how they've shaped the person you are today.
Take a trip through Grant Knoxlyn's heart with his big debut single, "Hymn for Appalachia," now available on all digital streaming platforms.