About

For Adam Traum it is about doing right by the song!

Adam Traum is a compelling story teller who wraps his catchy hooks with infectious grooves.The recent spate of material Adam has been writing evokes images of the Americana landscape spinning tales of heartbreak, beauty, joy and love in a myriad of cohesive styles. He is currently recording an upcoming CD with Wolf Run as well as a solo release of his quieter material.

Growing up in Woodstock, New York, in a musical family, Traum had a front row seat to music history. He formed his love and fundamental understanding of music watching modern roots/rock pioneers like The Band, John Sebastian and Orleans play their well crafted, soulfully performed songs. At the same time Adam was raiding his father's (Happy Traum) ample record collection listening to masters of blues, country and folk for hours and doing his best to play along. After several full on rock bands, Traum found the truth, beauty and honesty in roots music that can't hide behind tricks and effects. His commitment to excellence in songwriting and musicianship translates to his recorded and live performances.

Adam Traum is proudly carrying on the family tradition his way, cross-pollinating Americana genres, blending folk, bluegrass, outlaw singer-songwriters, country blues, and a touch of jazz in his diverse songwriting and cover arrangements. When he performs live Adam brings his passion for music to the stage with a well-polished show, tasty instrumental chops and a relaxed but powerful voice to match.

He also has several popular videos on Homespun Music Instruction.

Upcoming Shows

Date	Event	Location
Saturday, February 29 @ 7:00PM Sat, Feb 29 @ 7:00PM	Coyote and Tricksters (with Adam Traum) Reel and Brand, Sonoma, California	Reel and Brand, Sonoma, California
Thursday, March 5 @ 6:00PM Thu, Mar 5 @ 6:00PM	Adam Traum at Barley and Hops Barley and Hops , Occidental, California	Barley and Hops , Occidental, California
Saturday, March 14 @ 1:00PM Sat, Mar 14 @ 1:00PM	Adam Traum Live at Passaggio Wines Tasting Room Passaggio Wines, Sonoma, California	Passaggio Wines, Sonoma, California
Saturday, March 14 @ 7:00PM Sat, Mar 14 @ 7:00PM	Straw Wattles Trio Live at Murphy's Irish Pub, Sonoma Murphy's Irish Pub, Sonoma	Murphy's Irish Pub, Sonoma
Friday, March 27 @ 8:00PM Fri, Mar 27 @ 8:00PM	Wolf Run Duo Live at HopMonk Tavern Sonoma Hopmonk Sonoma, Sonoma, California	Hopmonk Sonoma, Sonoma, California
Thursday, April 2 @ 5:00PM Thu, Apr 2 @ 5:00PM	Adam Traum Live at the Ugly Mug in Santa Cruz The Ugly Mug, Soquel, California	The Ugly Mug, Soquel, California
Thursday, April 16 @ 1:00PM Thu, Apr 16 @ 1:00PM	Adam Traum Guest Instructor at Walker Creek Music Camp Walker Creek Music Camp	Walker Creek Music Camp
Thursday, April 23 @ 5:00PM — Sunday, April 26 @ 4:00AM Thu, Apr 23 @ 5:00PM — Sun, Apr 26 @ 4:00AM	Adam Traum (with Happy Traum) at MerleFest 2020 MerleFest, Wilkesboro, N.C.	MerleFest, Wilkesboro, N.C.
Tuesday, May 26 @ 7:00PM Tue, May 26 @ 7:00PM	Private Event Bouverie Preserve	Bouverie Preserve
Saturday, May 30 @ 1:00PM Sat, May 30 @ 1:00PM	Adam Traum at Pasaggio Wines, Sonoma Passaggio Wines, Sonoma, California	Passaggio Wines, Sonoma, California
Friday, June 12 @ 4:30PM Fri, Jun 12 @ 4:30PM	Private Event Sonoma	Sonoma
Friday, July 17 @ 4:00PM Fri, Jul 17 @ 4:00PM	Private Event Sonoma	Sonoma
Friday, September 11 @ 4:00PM Fri, Sep 11 @ 4:00PM	Private Event Sonoma	Sonoma

View previous events

Adam Traum on KPIG: One of America's Most Popular Independent Radio Stations

Wolf Run Duo Covers "Miss Ohio"

Recent news

Traum's band Wolf Run is still tracking basics and will be filling in the bones of their debut CD very soon! This crop of songs are among Adam Traum's strongest and things are sounding terrific due in no small part to Jack Hines' deft bass playing and Kendrick Freeman's deep pocket on the drums . Adam is also tracking a new solo CD which will be stripped down and all acoustic capturing his quieter side. You can hear a few SoundCloud Samples here.

Adam will return to teach the first day at Walker Creek Music Camp in April of 2020 located in Western Marin County. Some incredible teachers and good all-around pickers will be there in an experience not to be missed!

It's also that time of year where Adam makes his appearance at MerleFest.org in Wilkesboro, N.C.,with Happy Traum playing and helping emcee on the Homespun Stage and playing a few sets with Happy at one of the America's premier music festivals.

Keep your eyes open for his upcoming shows. Traum is keeping busy with bookings in the Bay Area and beyond. He has also started a Patreon website where you can get exclusive content and will have access to his revamped podcast Live From the Kitchen Table.

Adam Traum