About
Shakey Graves, aka Alejandro Rose-Garcia from Austin, Texas, plays a gnarly composite of blues and folk as a one-man-band of epic sonic proportions. The sound emitted from his hollow body guitar, mildly distorted amp and suitcase drum belie the young singer’s lean frame. He fingerpicks while keeping time with a double-pedal kick drum, hitting a snare fitted into his suitcase drum and a tambourine fashioned to its side. And when he sings, Rose-Garcia unleashes an unearthly howl. Read more on Last.fm
Genres
- austin americana
- austindie
- indie folk
- new americana
- seattle indie
- stomp and holler
Frequently Asked Questions
- What kind of music is Shakey Graves?
- Shakey Graves is known for his eclectic blend of music that primarily falls within the rock genre, but his sound is far from conventional. Drawing influences from Americana, folk, blues, and pop, Shakey Graves crafts a distinctive musical style that resonates with a wide range of listeners. His real name is Alejandro Rose-Garcia, and his music often features gritty guitar riffs, soulful lyrics, and innovative percussion techniques
- What is Shakey Graves' biggest hit?
- Shakey Graves' biggest hit is widely considered to be "Dearly Departed,"
- What genre is Shakey Graves roll the bones?
- "Roll the Bones"
- How popular is Shakey Graves?
- Shakey Graves enjoys significant popularity both within the indie music world and among mainstream audiences. Since his debut, he has built a dedicated fan base through energetic live performances, unique songwriting, and a charismatic stage presence. His breakthrough came with the 2014 album "And the War Came,"
- Why is he called Shakey Graves?
- Shakey Graves adopted his unique stage name during an impromptu moment at the Old Settler's Music Festival in Texas. While camping with friends, they began inventing fictional Native American names for fun, and Alejandro Rose-Garcia jokingly came up with "Shakey Graves."