Mac Cornish

Meet Mac Cornish, the 23-year-old Portland-based folk prodigy whose roots lie at the foot of Santa Cruz mountains in the San Francisco Bay Area. Growing up amidst towering redwoods and the resonant echoes of her parents' favorite 60s and 70s bands, Cornish’s music carries the serene hum of nature and the warmth of vinyl records. Today, Cornish's soundscape is uniquely her own – an artful jumble that mirrors her diverse musical influences. Picture the earthy folk rock vibes of CSNY, the lyrical brilliance of Townes Van Zandt, and a pinch of Tropicalia from Erasmo Carlos. That's the sonic recipe for her celestial folk tunes that echo the aura of Laurel Canyon. Her songs may be simple in construct, but they're layered with emotional nuance, reminiscent of the timeless strains of Joan Baez, Fleetwood Mac, alongside modern torchbearers like Kacy & Clayton and Jessica Pratt. These days, Cornish and her band are making waves in Portland. The local bars and venues buzz with the unique sound and energy that Cornish brings, and her music keeps on spinning like a well-loved vinyl record.