Greg Brown, host and MC to the open mike night at the Skunk Hallow Tavern in Hartland, Vermont, was a quiet presence on stage as he deftly and skillfully played guitar in a mesmerizing wash of finger picking. Working alongside other local artists, from singer-songwriters to drummers and bassists, Greg’s talent was obvious yet never ostentatious. When he gave the Locavaux Crew his CD, performing as Gregory Brown of the Gypsy Twins for “The Basset Hounds Sessions,” he described his own album sound as a unique and light-hearted blend of Dave Matthews and Jack Johnson—we were intrigued to take a listen having watched his performances that evening, and boy, was his description spot on. As we drove through Vermont and tried out Greg’s album, it was as if the bus was transported to a surftown beach. Greg’s skillful and calming guitar, mixed with laidback vocals, a little bit of funk reminiscent of G. Love and Special Sauce, and catchy lyrics were just the ticket for some open road, windows-down driving. Check out Greg Brown and add him to your summer playlists now! Learn more about Greg Brown here!