Hailing from San Diego, California, Francis Blume brings a unique twist to the world of
Americana and blues-infused rock ‘n’ roll. With his rich, velvety vocals and a style that pays
homage to the late '50s and '60s, Francis Blume transports listeners to a cinematic, Technicolor
world that feels both nostalgic and timeless. His sound evokes the spirit of legends like Roy
Orbison, Johnny Cash, and Chris Isaak, while blending those influences into something
distinctively his own.
Whether it’s the heartache of a slow ballad or the raw power of a rock anthem, Francis Blume’s
voice strikes a perfect balance between tender crooning and gritty emotion. His deep catalog of
original music spans a wide range of genres, but all of it carries that unmistakable, Americana-
infused charm. It's not just about the music—it's about crafting an experience. His songs paint
vivid pictures of a past era, evoking scenes where men wear sharply creased slacks and women
button their sweaters to the neck, all while carrying the weight of today’s stories and emotions.
A true storyteller, Francis Blume's music offers an intimate connection to the past while still
speaking to the present. He’s a natural crooner who effortlessly weaves his diverse musical
influences into a sound that’s as familiar as it is unique—a blend of nostalgia and innovation,
shaped by the heart of Americana and the soul of rock ‘n’ roll.

Centered around the vein of old-school country with a cosmic west coast twist, Kimmi Bitter and the Westside Twang are here to transport you on a retro journey into the year 1962 through their nostalgic original songs. “A disciple of previous decades of music, Bitter’s style fuses traditional country and Americana vibes that hearken to eras gone by,” says Maddie Fry of Nashville’s music publication Music Mecca.

In the recent year, collaboration with Los Angeles producer Michael Gurley (Dada, Kiefer Sutherland band) on singles “My Grass is Blue” and “I Dream of You” are harmony-stricken ballads that have grown comparisons reminiscence of a time when Patsy Cline with the Jordanaires would overtake radio airwaves. "Immediately riveting classic country fans and stimulating chill bumps from the eerie similarities to Patsy Cline, 'My Grass Is Blue' is solid country gold,” says Saving Country Music who nominated the song for 2022 Single of the Year alongside fellow nominees Charley Crockett, Sierra Ferrell, and Zach Bryan. She also found recognition in her hometown being nominated for Best Country/Americana Artist and “My Grass is Blue” was nominated for Song of the Year by San Diego Music Awards 2023.

With a debut full-length album on the rise, you can expect yet a new flare of throwback songs and hefty tour repertoire to follow. Gravitating towards the genres she loves the most and all things 1960s, is a singer-songwriter’s collection of work heavily committed to the vibe of traditional country, reverbed out western riffs, old-fashioned rock-n-roll, and hints of California psychedelia.