Tomberlin

Sarah Beth Tomberlin, popularly known as Tomberlin, is an American folk[1] musician from Louisville, Kentucky.

Sarah Beth Tomberlin
Background information
OriginLouisville, Kentucky
GenresFolk
Years active2018–present
LabelsSaddle Creek Records
Websitewww.tomberlinmusic.com

Early life

Sarah Beth Tomberlin was born in Jacksonville, Florida, but moved five different times before her family ended up residing in Fairfield, Illinois.[2] Tomberlin grew up in a Baptist family.[2] At age 16, Tomberlin finished high school and attended college for a short period, before dropping out, when she began writing songs for her first album.[2]

Career

Tomberlin released her debut full-length album in 2018 on Saddle Creek Records, titled At Weddings. The album was positively received by numerous publications.[3][4][5]

Influences

Growing up, the first albums that Tomberlin owned were the soundtrack to the musical Chicago, Dashboard Confessional's The Places You Have Come to Fear the Most, and Bright Eyes's I'm Wide Awake, It's Morning.[2]

References
  1. McDermott, Patrick. "Tomberlin's haunting folk music is all about being honest, even when it's hard". The Fader. Retrieved 24 December 2018.
  2. Rettig, James. "Artist To Watch: Tomberlin". Stereogum. Retrieved 24 December 2018.
  3. Horn, Olivia. "Tomberlin: At Weddings". Pitchfork. Retrieved 24 December 2018.
  4. Mongredien, Phil. "Tomberlin: At Weddings review – immersive and impressive debut". The Guardian. Retrieved 24 December 2018.
  5. Breihan, Tom. "Album Of The Week: Tomberlin At Weddings". Stereogum. Retrieved 24 December 2018.
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