Biography
Amy Gallatin was born in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, but was raised in the western United States, where she developed a deep connection to country, folk, and bluegrass music. Early in her career, she worked for approximately ten years as a riding instructor, backcountry cook, and campfire musician at guest ranches across Washington, Montana, and Idaho. These formative years in the American West significantly shaped her musical identity and performance style. Since 2000, Gallatin has performed with her musical partner Roger as part of the acoustic ensemble Stillwaters, blending country music and bluegrass into a distinctive acoustic style that has earned them recognition as one of the top acts in their genre. Her bell-like voice and versatility across multiple musical styles—including country, folk, bluegrass, and western swing—have made her a respected figure in the folk and bluegrass music communities. Gallatin has been recognized as a key figure in the growing popularity of bluegrass and folk music, and she remains devoted to the type of music she most enjoys performing.
Fun Facts
- Gallatin worked as a campfire musician at guest ranches in Washington, Montana, and Idaho for approximately ten years, combining her musical talents with outdoor hospitality work
- She was born in Muscle Shoals, Alabama—a legendary location in American music history—but was raised in the western United States, which became her primary musical home
- Amy Gallatin and Stillwaters are recognized as one of the top acts that seamlessly blend country music and bluegrass into an acoustic style
Associated Acts
- Amy Gallatin & Stillwaters - eponymous, original
Musical Connections
Key Collaborators
- Roger - Musical partner in the acoustic ensemble Stillwaters; they share a common love of good country harmony singing (Stillwaters) [2000-present]
Connection Network
Discography
Albums
| Title | Release Date | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 'Tis the Season | 2020-11-01 | Album |
| The Long Way Home | 1998-01-01 | Album |
Top Tracks
- I Know What I Want for Christmas ('Tis the Season)
- Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas ('Tis the Season)
- When Love Was Born ('Tis the Season)
- Silver and Gold ('Tis the Season)
- December Child ('Tis the Season)
- Two Step 'round the Christmas Tree ('Tis the Season)
- Hard Candy Christmas ('Tis the Season)
- I'll Be There with Bells On ('Tis the Season)
- Some Children See Him ('Tis the Season)
- Christmas for Cowboys ('Tis the Season)
External Links
- Spotify
- [Wikipedia](Not found in search results)
- MusicBrainz
Heard on WWOZ
AMY GALLATIN has been played 1 time on WWOZ 90.7 FM, New Orleans' jazz and heritage station.
| Date | Time | Title | Show | Spotify |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 30, 2025 | 11:19 | IMMIGRANT EYESfrom THE LONG WAY TO GO HOME | Old Time Country and Bluegrassw/ Hazel The Delta Rambler |