Faye Webster is one of the best Indie artists today. She proved this last Wednesday at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, where she performed to a sold-out crowd. Webster was born in Atlanta, Georgia, on June 25th, 1997. She grew up in a musical family. Her grandfather was a bluegrass player, her mother being a guitarist and fiddle player, and her younger brother was already playing in bands by high school. Her band is tight and keeps in line with her Atlanta roots with the key component of Matt Stoesell, a phenomenal guitarist and pedal steel player. Charles Garner (drums) has incredible chops, and his fills are akin to those of famous session drummer Roger Hawkins.
For someone so young, her crowd control was awe-inspiring and her following is more so. Her lyrics resonate with tons of fans and there wasn't a single person who wasn't singing. Furthermore, the crowd raley took a seat.
Her music is the perfect blend of R&B, alternative, and alternative country accompanied with lyrics that are characterized as personal and poetic. Themes include repressed emotions and the little things in life to name a few. All of those elements were on display in her diverse setlist, which included songs from her latest record Underdressed at the Symphony, along with songs from 2019's Atlanta Millionaires Club, and 2021's I Know I'm Funny Hahah. I will attach a Spotify playlist that includes her current tour setlist.
She finished off the night with "Kingston" which is her most popular song to date. With gorgeous pedal steel and a space like vibe, the song manages to blend folk, R&B, and hip-hop all in one to create a truly unique song. Faye Webster is truly keeping the torch lit for the indie genre and is just a joy to see live. Catch her if you can next time she's in town.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7xFg41HIgMGgd3sE5XXK2o?si=14d718c35a3b4275
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