Dar Williams

Dar Williams is a critically acclaimed American pop folk singer-songwriter known for her insightful songs that address social justice, gender issues, and human relationships. After releasing her critically acclaimed debut album, ‘The Honesty Room,’ in 1993 on her label, Burning Field Music, Dar Williams quickly established herself as a leading voice in pop folk music. The album became a top-selling independent folk album. Her career was bolstered by touring with iconic artist Joan Baez, who notably recorded several of Williams’s compositions.

That same year, the acclaimed trio Cry Cry Cry reunited for a special performance at the Clearwater Festival. Williams further documented the group’s legacy with the 2020 release of ‘Live @ the Freight’ as Cry Cry Cry, followed by her album ‘I’ll Meet You Here’ in 2021. Expanding her literary contributions, Williams published her third book, ‘How to Write a Song That Matters,’ in 2022, providing guidance and inspiration for aspiring songwriters. Looking ahead, Dar Williams has partnered with Righteous Babe Records for her highly anticipated forthcoming album, ‘Hummingbird Highway,’ scheduled for release on September 12, 2025, signaling her continued impact and relevance in the folk music landscape.