Darlin’ Corey features the singing and playing of three accomplished Portland, ME musicians known for their engaging live performances and contributions to the East Coast music scene. Award winning fiddler and singer Erica Brown on fiddle, guitar and vocals; notable singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Matt Shipman on guitar, vocals, mandolin, bouzouki and banjo; and highly regarded bass player, Kris Day.

Their music draws influences of North American traditional folk, old time and bluegrass from Appalachia to Eastern Canada. Matt and Erica’s elegant vocal harmonies are the beating heart of their sound in both their original songs and unique blend of roots music they regularly showcase. In Darlin’ Corey’s singing and playing, you can feel the many years of dedication to these celebrated musical traditions. Soulful, genuine and full of heart.

Erica Brown’s fiddle-playing is at turns virtuosic and completely unpretentious. Matt Shipman is an ideal counterpart as his versatility on a dizzying array of stringed instruments (guitar, Irish bouzouki, 5-string banjo, mandolin) blend seamlessly, never timid or overpowering. Kris Day holds it all together with his solid bass playing.

Recent highlights include performances at venues and festivals like the Blackstone River Theatre, Firehouse Center for the Arts, Chocolate Church Arts Center, Camden Opera House, Stone Mountain Arts Center, Ossipee Valley Music Festival. They have collaborated with The Bangor Symphony Orchestra and were featured on Tom Rush's Rockport Sundays.

If you like artists such as The Stray Birds, Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, Tim O’Brien, Salamander Crossing, Alison Krauss, Rani Arbo and Daisy Mayhem and Sara Jarosz, then Darlin’ Corey is sure to be your new favorite!