Dom Flemons

Dom Flemons is a GRAMMY Award Winner and multi-instrumentalist, recognized as ‘The American Songster’ for his extensive work in American roots music. After co-founding the GRAMMY Award-winning black string band The Carolina Chocolate Drops in 2005, Dom Flemons went on to establish himself as ‘The American Songster’ for his extensive work in American roots music. With The Carolina Chocolate Drops, Flemons contributed to five albums and an EP, including the 2010 GRAMMY Award-winning album Genuine Negro Jig. During his tenure with the band, he performed at prestigious venues such as the Grand Ole Opry and opened for legendary artists like Taj Mahal and Bob Dylan.

Simultaneously, Flemons launched his solo career with his debut album, Dance Tunes Ballads & Blues, released in 2007, followed by American Songster in 2008. In 2012, he released Buffalo Junction in collaboration with Boo Hanks. Flemons departed from The Carolina Chocolate Drops in 2013 to focus on his burgeoning solo career. Flemons continued his prolific solo output with the critically acclaimed album Prospect Hill in 2014.

He hosts the American Songster Radio Show, sharing his profound knowledge with a wider audience. In 2025, Flemons will celebrate the 20th Anniversary of The Carolina Chocolate Drops, marking two decades since the formation of the influential band.