Brian Dunne at Coney Island Baby

Raised in Monroe, New York, Brian Dunne studied music and ultimately relocated to Brooklyn, New York, to launch a career as a singer/songwriter. Before long, he found himself booked to open for many folk and Americana artists, including the Stray Birds, Pat McGee, Joan Osborne, Delbert McClinton, the Secret Sisters, Will Hoge, Rosanne Cash, Robert Earl Keen, and others. Dunne released albums in 2015 and 2017, and his most recent product, The Timber House Sessions, a live EP of stripped-down versions of previously released songs, was released on March 16, 2018.

Derek Cruz of Jesse Malin's band tonight curated a program called Songs and Mistletoe at Coney Island Baby featuring various little-known music artists. Brian Dunne came on last, performing to a late-night audience of perhaps 15 listeners. The 29-year-old strapped on his acoustic guitar, opened his tenor voice and showcased an impressive collection of introspective lyrics and folk-styled arrangements. The songs had plenty of heart and Dunne projected vulnerability, hope and resilience in his delivery. This heart-on-the-sleeve approach and expressive lyrics ought to gain Brian Dunne a substantial audience.

Brian Dunne will headline at Mercury Lounge on December 26.

Visit Brian Dunne at www.briandunnemusic.net.