Torn Blue Raincoat

Torn Blue Raincoat is Erin Welsh.

Growing up in New Orleans, Louisiana, vocalist and self-taught guitarist, I was exposed to and fell in love with music at a young age. Through many twists and turns, I found herself in the UK taking the next step in her life and in her music. During my time there, I learned more about myself than I knew existed, and my songs written there show that growth and understanding. In my song-writing, I aim for honesty above all things. I took on the moniker Torn Blue Raincoat focusing on the poetry of life, delving into topics concerning love, loss, self-conception, and the darker side of the universe and creating a sound that is reflective, deep, and uniquely my own.  Influenced by such musicians as Tori Amos, Leonard Cohen, Stevie Nicks, David Bowie, and Laura Marling, I prefer the darkness since that is where the light shines the brightest.