What they’re saying.

“Des Moines superduo Weary Ramblers’ sophomore album, Driftwood, has all the makings of a contemporary indie folk classic: whole-hearted, strings-y optimism, a few moments of bluegrass-twinged melancholy and even a couple appearances from legendary mandolinist Sam Bush…the musical chemistry between Iowans Kathryn Severing Fox and Chad Elliott is undeniable — Driftwood's instrumentation and vocal harmonies are tight and precise, but sound effortless and carefree, like sunshine peeking through the windows of your quaint country home. In just a couple years’ time, Weary Ramblers have postured themselves as one of the premier acts in Iowa’s rich folk music scene.” - Iowa Public Radio

“The Weary Ramblers will break your heart and change your life with original songs that cut to the marrow…it doesn’t get more heart-warmingly down home than this recently united duo, featuring Chad Elliott on guitar and vocals and Kathryn Severing Fox on vocals, guitar, fiddle, viola, mandolin, and piano. Both bring a disarming intimacy to their writing, singing and playing that will leave you glowing with reasons to be alive. Chad is a veteran of the Paradiso stage, having left us in a puddle…the addition of Kathryn increases the melt factor exponentially.” - Fairfield Muse

“The Weary Ramblers, featuring Chad Elliott and Kathryn Fox, are making waves with their fresh take on folk music. This duo stands out for their exceptional chemistry and multi-instrumental talents, offering a performance rich in tight harmonies and compelling storytelling. Their performances are not just concerts, but a journey through heartfelt lyrics and beautifully crafted melodies.” - Heylo

"I'm just going to say it...what you have here is a brand new Grammy worthy Americana/Roots record, produced right here in Iowa. Twelve expertly crafted songs focused precisely into a point of musical light that will illuminate and excite your heart...and then comfortably warm your soul." - Maxwell's Iowa Coffeecast

"Incredible creative voices originating from Iowa...now making an entire world fall in love with their mesmerizing music." - The Culture Buzz

"It's about time we started shouting across every medium, extolling the importance of our Crown Jewels. The Weary Ramblers are the best in shows. Every single time, they balm the audience with musical magic.” - Blue Thoughts from a Red State

“Though they’re no strangers to flying solo, the newish duo of multi-instrumentalist songwriters Kathryn Fox and Chad Elliott is seemingly made of magic. I count myself lucky to have been at the Okoboji Writers’ Retreat last fall when their “Pretty Lights of Denver” dropped many jaws at the concert hall. I understand now why their debut album together soared into the #1 spot on the Contemporary Folk chart and stayed there for seven weeks. And as evidenced by their nine 2024 Grammy considerations, it would appear the pair is a folk force to be reckoned with…with haunting harmonies, gifted storytelling, and nuanced musicianship, these Weary Ramblers will softly crack your heart open.” - The Iowa Source

"Weary Ramblers brought music magic to our stage tonight! The talent these two, Kathryn Severing Fox and Chad Elliott, have is awe-inspiring & incredible! Thank you both for the beautiful songs!" - Pella Opera House

“Thank you for putting the blues in bluegrass! Weary Ramblers is a must see Iowa duo! We enjoyed the blues and the jazz and the folk and storytelling…5 star review!” - Corning Opera House

“Very fine debut album…and see that they’re already working on album #2. They’re going gangbusters! - Americana Country

“My heart was entirely full with you two…Weary Ramblers brought us home to ourselves.” - Akwi Nji (Storytellers of Cedar Rapids)

“The barn was on fire and it was full of people. Okay, it wasn’t literally on fire. It was on metaphorical fire because Chad Elliott and Kathryn Severing Fox were serving up rhyming metaphors and melodies like seasoned chefs earning Michelin stars. They were so adept at creating visualizations in song that I sometimes forgot where I was. I became so immersed in the songs that I momentarily became the character and was transported to that place and time. This is magic in its truest form…then, all of the sudden… it happened. I became fully immersed in song. Like a trance, it all went away. I wasn’t worrying about anything. I was hanging on every word. I was hanging on every note. My body became a sounding board for the resonance of the harmonies that Chad and Kathryn were creating. They were creating harmonies not in a methodical way, but more like a natural vibration emanating from their souls like it was a reflex that reacted to the instruments and words. This is not an over dramatization. It is metaphysical, and it is real, and it is magic.” - Jason Walsmith (The Racontourist)

Quotes from Vicki Morrison Goble (Songwriter Safari):

“Artists whose chemistry is as undeniable as their credentials"

"Harmony work tight enough to make you shiver"

"Iowa Public Radio calls them “nothing short of an Iowa-based super duo”, and honestly, that’s underselling it."

"These two aren’t just busy — they’re racking up wins like it’s an Olympic sport."

"Their music is a collision of profound lyrics, acoustic nuance, and harmonies that sneak up on you and warm your heart."

"Opera houses, writers’ retreats, and house concerts across the Midwest have all basically said the same thing: these two leave audiences glowing."

"When a debut album gets compared to Simon & Garfunkel and James Taylor in the same paragraph, you know you’re onto something."

"The track captures a feeling that runs through their lives on the road — the sense of being carried like driftwood on a river, letting the current lead from town to town, venue to venue. Each stop becomes a riverbank to rest on before the journey continues. It’s a theme woven throughout the album, written piece by piece in the communities they’ve passed through on tour."