“Their understated interplay gives the record the easy confidence of musicians more interested in serving the song than showing their ample chops. Throughout the album, Adelman and the Woodsmen create music that feels viscerally inhabited, unhurried and deeply human. In an era increasingly driven by image and artifice, these songs remind us that experience, honesty and great storytelling never quite go out of style.” – The JW Vibe
“Blending folky understatement with twanging early country-rock meets surf-guitar sound, and soaked through with a hazy, gorgeously atmospheric undertone, [‘Kind of Woman’] evokes the heartache of separation, a song of love and longing, but one that is that rare thing… honest, authentic, believable.” – Big Takeover
“There’s a certain variety of country/rock song that feels like it’s been floating around for decades, even if it’s spanking new. “Hot As The Hinges” has that worn-in quality. Built around a phrase that’s equal parts scrappy wisdom and tongue-in-cheek folklore, the new single from Todd Adelman And The Woodsmen celebrates the Hudson Valley, N.Y.-based Americana outfit’s love of timeless songwriting, earthy grooves and lived-in storytelling.” – Magnet Magazine
“In an instant gratification world where everyone can create a song with a prompt, we need the kind of skilled musicianship and genuine songwriting that Todd Adelman and The Woodsmen have to offer. Their self-titled album is a must listen for anyone who loves modern country, but it also has a broader appeal for those wishing to experience something real.” – York Calling
“Delivers an authentic, organic blend of country and rock and roll. Rooted in honest, working-class storytelling, the record pairs rich, character-driven narratives with a deep respect for musical tradition.” – Obscure Sound
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About The Woodsmen
Rooted in a search for authenticity, The Woodsmen emerge from a musical landscape often dominated by imitation and repetition. The project reflects a belief that genuine expression still matters—that even in a world crowded with noise, there remains a place for something real.
The band was formed during the uncertainty of the pandemic by singer, songwriter, producer, and engineer Todd Adelman, founder of The Woods, an analog recording studio located outside Woodstock, New York. A veteran of more than two decades fronting Colorado-based bands The Love Handles and The Country Mile, Adelman serves as the group’s primary songwriter, vocalist, and guitarist. His vision for The Woodsmen was shaped by a simple but enduring idea: the pursuit of honesty in music and in life.
Adelman is joined by three accomplished musicians, each with extensive experience as performers, composers, and producers. Guitarist Danny Blume, who began playing at age eight after discovering The Beatles, has worked across a wide range of genres and spent a decade touring with Kid Creole & the Coconuts, as well as performing with artists including Iggy Pop, The Lounge Lizards, Medeski Martin & Wood, Jewel, and Lisa Loeb. Bassist Jeff Hill, a respected producer and engineer, has collaborated with Rufus Wainwright, Rosanne Cash, Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams, Buster Poindexter, and Shooter Jennings, and was a member of the Chris Robinson Brotherhood before joining Steve Earle’s band, The Dukes. Drummer John Valesio has recorded with Kate Pierson of The B-52’s and Daryl Jennifer of Bad Brains. He is the star technician at Dreamland Studios.
Band Photos by Sam Erickson
