Overview

Sarah's music reflects her environment; being down-to-earth, telling stories, and conveying humor and pathos equally.

The Athens Messenger Insider Magazine had this to say: "If you could record Athens County in a recording studio, it would sound pretty close to Sarah Guthrie and the Athens County Ruffians' "Songs From the Dam Farm." No, she isn't the daughter of Arlo or Woody, but she's got their spirit. This album is best listened to with a straw between the teeth, a pair of overalls with the knees worn out, and a jug of Athens' finest balanced on one hip."

She was a finalist at the Kerrville New Folk Competition in 2000 and 2002, performing on the same stage that has hosted many folk and country greats.

In performance she also covers many songs crafted by other regional musicians in an effort to build a community of regional music and a following for other local artists.

Sarah's first CD, Songs From the Dam Farm, is a collaborative effort with a number of local singers and musicians.

The variety of styles, subjects and voices give the CD the flavor of a compilation without sacrificing continuity. "The songs break cliches, are good for a chuckle and even a little gentle wisdom. These aren't lyrics that pass you by on their way to the next song." - Insider Magazine

"The CD was made to highlight my songwriting, and share a little of my insights into stuff. Many of my great friends sang and played on it – for virtually nothing but the pleasure it gave us all (well, I did hint at future fame, or rather, notoriety). Someday I would love to be in a position to reward them adequately for their efforts, so I’m kinda tryin’ to spread the word on the CD so we can sell some and fix our trucks. Bernie Nau of The House Band did the mastering, and listening to the CD made him smile. Go ahead and ask him. I hope it does you too." - Sarah

Her second CD was partially funded by The Ohio Arts Council through their Artist's Project Grant program. This CD is more consistently singer/songwriter, featuring Sarah with her band, Junebug on bass, Catfish on mandolin, Will Perkins on fiddle, and Megan Cameron on backup vocals. The songs range from rocking dance tunes to cowboy song to murder ballad to philosophical treatises. The musicianship and harmony vocals are outstanding.