Friday marks the release of local folk singer-songwriter Sonya Cotton‘s enchanting new full length, Red River. The album was recorded in Hyde Street Studios and features Cotton’s local backing ensemble: Anna Perlmutter (vocals, violin) Nick Stargu (classical guitar,) Gabe Dominguez (vocals, flute,) and Sean Jones (bass guitar). Of the sixteen guest musicians that contribute to Cotton’s lush soundscape are some big names, such as Ezra Lipp (Sean Hayes, Thao Nguyen). The album will surely please those interested in tales of the natural world, as Cotton even mentions the nuances of our city. 

The record release show will take place at the Noe Valley Ministry (7pm, $5-15) with Reverent Sisters, Devotionals, and Honeybody Moonbee. For more information, visit Cotton’s website.