Sean Atkinson is a singer/songwriter and guitarist whose music blends intricate guitar work—shaped by classical training and influences like James Taylor and Lindsey Buckingham—with lush arrangements and emotive songwriting.
He first gained attention on YouTube for his fingerstyle covers, and his original song Morningstar has surpassed 10,000 Spotify streams after landing on prominent playlists, with his debut release Comete close behind. Pairing acoustic intimacy with orchestrations he writes and self-produces using real chamber instruments.
His three-song EP In Another Life (2024) expands into a robust rock sound with electric guitars, drums, and percussion, drawing from 1990s artists like Paula Cole and Sheryl Crow while maintaining the rich textures of his catalog.
Known for his warm, eclectic vocals and striking stage presence, Atkinson performs with his trio—Devon Ashley (drums) and Tim Fuller (bass)—delivering stripped-back but high-energy sets with a minimal setup, vocal harmonies, punchy rhythms, and soulful electric leads inspired by Carlos Santana and Ernie Isley.
Compared to artists like Elliott Smith, Jeff Buckley, Nick Drake, and Radiohead, he continues to build his indie career with his next single, Heatseeker, arriving later this year.