Kelley Smith & Sarah Morris

Kelley Smith and Sarah Morris are two distinct yet kindred voices in the folk and Americana scene.

Kelley, a Minnesota native and mother of four, blends whimsy and melancholy in her evocative songwriting. Raised in the woods, her music carries a deep longing for nature, exploring themes of love, grief, and escapism. She recorded her debut album, Moon Child (2022), by moonlight and has since shared stages with artists like Charlie Parr, Dave Simonett, and Alan Sparhawk. Performing solo or as a duo, she delivers intimate performances on guitar and banjo, breathing new life into old folk songs alongside her originals.

Sarah, a Minneapolis-based singer-songwriter, crafts honest, detail-rich Americana rooted in storytelling. A Lawrence University Conservatory graduate, she sharpened her songwriting in Nashville before releasing five acclaimed albums, including Here’s To You (2023), named ‘Album of the Year’ by the Midwest Country Music Organization. With recognition from Kerrville New Folk, MerleFest, and the International Songwriting Competition, she continues to captivate audiences with her warm voice and masterful songwriting.

Together, they embody the power of folk music—authentic, heartfelt, and timeless.