Andy Hanson is a folk singer-songwriter from Eau Claire, WI who writes honest and poignant songs that prioritize walking the fine line between melancholy and empathy. Growing up, Andy noticed life seemed far more difficult than what was being portrayed. Apparently everything would make sense when he grew up; the important things would eventually stand tall above the rest. That time has now come and the expected path remains elusive and shrouded in darkness.

Difficult situations appear clean cut and logical while anticipatory simplicities prove challenging and awkward. To combat the murkiness and confusion that exemplifies life to this point, Andy Hanson works tirelessly to find a path forward by writing honest, poignant, and direct music.

The music Andy Hanson writes is inspired by the works of Bob Dylan, Patty Griffin, Jeffrey Martin, Amigo The Devil, Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors, Aoife O’Donovan, and City and Colour among others. Andy Hanson’s songs are fiercely original all while appearing familiar on the surface. Throughout all aspects of his writing and performing, Andy Hanson embodies the belief that life is hard but music can help.