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Reggie has been performing throughout the U.S. and Canada for a number of years. Based in Seattle, Washington he performs mostly original songs mixed with pop covers and more traditional style folk ballads. He is the purveyor of a unique urban strain of acoustic folk music incorporating a number of diverse influences, including: Latin rhythms, blues, gospel, Celtic and more. The result is a musical blend that has excited and touched audiences throughout the U.S. and Canada.
The sound has strong rhythmic underpinnings, beginning with Garrett’s almost percussive guitar style. The guitar work spans the gamut from folk/Latin/blues rhythms to even more personal styles. His singing reflects the folk/ rock/gospel traditions with which he grew up.
He has been compared to acoustic legends Richie Havens and Bill Withers by none other than the national folk publication Dirty Linen. As a songwriter Garrett’s specialty is creating and enhancing a mood.
As the founder of the Snake Oil Peddlers (his acoustic performing ensemble) Garrett has been performing in the acoustic medium for over ten years. Reggie Garrett & the Snake Oil Peddlers travel and perform regularly as an acoustic trio (including Richard Middleton on lead guitar and Will Dowd on percussion) and as a quartet with the addition of bassist Keith Lowe. From Pistol River, OR to Rock Island, IL; from Duncan, BC Canada to San Luis Obispo, CA the group has delighted audiences of all ages.
In addition to a history of fine live performances, Reggie Garrett has five CD releases to his credit. “Welcome to My World”, “Time Stands Still”, “Seasons” and “Something New” (the most recent offering) were all recorded with his Snake Oil Peddlers ensembles. He also recorded and released “Kates Front Porch” as half of the Garrett & Westcott acoustic duo. All have been favorably received. “Time Stands Still” in particular made its way onto a number of AAA and other radio playlists throughout the western U.S.