Karyn Oliver, Fort Worth, TX
2020 South Florida Folk Festival Songwriters' Competition winner Karyn Oliver is part Joan Osborne, a touch of Janis Joplin and a bit of Emmylou Harris – her seductive voice effortlessly oscillates from bluesy soul to country and back.
“Cherchez La Femme” a new collection of songs was released in October of 2023. Several songs have already gotten critical acclaim and song awards.
"This is a very special album that deserves a wide and appreciative audience; and in Karyn Oliver I think I've unearthed a very special talent too."- The Rocking Magpie
"Karyn's lyrics will have you thinking while you're enjoying the top-notch musicianship found in this collection"- Jack Dugan, Folk Odessey, WIOX Community Radio