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Kaydi Johnson

Cinematic folk songs with quick-witted lyrics
and thought-provoking narratives

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Kaydi Johnson playing guitar by the lake
About

A Voice Rooted in Story

Born into a family of Irish immigrants, Kaydi Johnson was immersed in rich folk traditions from an early age. Her journey through music has been one of weaving narrative with melody, creating songs that feel like cinematic slices of life.

With a Master's degree in Fine Arts in Fiction from Sarah Lawrence College, Kaydi brings a novelist's sensibility to her songwriting—each track a carefully crafted story, each verse a window into the human experience.

Her music transcends traditional boundaries, exploring themes of love, politics, and personal growth with wit and warmth. Over the years, she has shared stages with legendary artists including David Crosby, Robert Earl Keen, and Lucy Kaplansky.

3 Albums
20+ Years
∞ Stories
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Quick-witted and thought-provoking, Kaydi Johnson's music offers crisp, cinematic slices of life that resonate long after the last note fades.

Discography

The Music

Three albums of folk-infused storytelling, each a journey through the landscapes of love, loss, and life.

Peasant of the Wreck album cover
Latest Release

Peasant of the Wreck

Produced by David Seitz (Moby, Bruce Springsteen). An intricate tapestry of narratives and melodies exploring resilience and reinvention.

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No Gods Allowed album cover
2001

No Gods Allowed

A bold exploration of faith, doubt, and the stories we tell ourselves.

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On Stage

Live Performances

From the New Jersey Folk Festival to intimate venues across the country, Kaydi's live shows are known for their warmth, wit, and genuine connection with the audience.

Featured on legendary DJ Vin Scelsa's "Idiot's Delight" and having toured extensively throughout the United States, every performance brings her stories to vivid life.

As Featured On
NJ Folk Festival Idiot's Delight
Kaydi Johnson performing live at The Bitter End
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