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Danny Schmidt is a celebrated folk singer-songwriter based in Austin, Texas. Emerging from the Charlottesville scene, he captured the Kerrville New Folk Award in 2007, signaling a rising voice in American folk. Over the years, Schmidt released music with Red House Records, including the duo album For Keeps with Carrie Elkin and the Little Grey Sheep collection from Waterbug Records. In 2025, he released Madam Magna Carta as an independent project, continuing to perform solo and in duos across the country. Here you’ll find a detailed biography, highlights from his discography, and up-to-date information on upcoming tours and venues.