BIO

Buttery bass-driven bumpers topped by a smoothly crooning voice, Zion's songs go down like sweet barrel-aged bourbon.

Zion Rodman is a multi-instrumental singer-songwriter known for his soulful voice, intricate guitar playing, and poignant lyrics. With a melodic style that blends folk and rock influences, Zion's performances are heartfelt and captivating. Based in Boston, he brings a mix of introspection and energy to the stage, both as a solo act and with his band, making each show a memorable experience. Fans of Dawes, Steely Dan, The Band, and Pinegrove are often drawn to Zion’s music.

Zion’s latest EP “The Lives I’ve Kept” was met with a sold-out release show and praise in the Boston Globe: “Boston artist Zion Rodman forges a brief respite from the forthcoming winter gloom with this fireplace-cozy EP.”

Past released projects include “Whatever Happens” (2020), “Did Not Wake Up Today” (2018), and “You’re Invited” (2017). Zion is currently recording another full-length record that will be titled “The Acquisition Of All Things” at Rusty’s Recording Studio with the full band.

Outside of recording and performing his own music, Zion is a sound engineer for The Burren and SoFar Sounds. Zion is also a proponent of boosting the local music scene frequently participating in We Black Folk and cohosts a monthly open mic with Christian Colegrove at Medford Brewing Co and a weekly open mic at McCarthys and Toad.

Media

Booking

Manager: Rae Schofield

Email: schofieldproductionsma@gmail.com

Press

“In an era of nigh insurmountable amounts of lo-fi bedroom projects, it’s refreshing to hear a young creative voice this professionally produced, fully realized, and cohesively structured around a distinct personality and energy.”

-Crossfader Magazine

“Note after note, song after song, Zion Rodman is such an artist. His beautiful voice and high-caliber catalog are charming, inspirational and majestic.”

-The Noise Magazine

“Even when contemplating missing loved ones and patching up a breakup, Rodman’s collection of lo-fi pop-rock glows with optimism and gratitude, lending light to otherwise somber situations.”

-The Boston Globe

“Rodman turns up the volume on his melodic indie pop, with his stunning voice just barely masking his anger beneath the hook.”

-AFROPUNK

Accolades

Great American Song Contest Finalist, 2017

Outstanding songs were discovered across all categories of the 19th Annual Great American Song Contest.

GASC judges reviewed songs nearly 1800 songwriters worldwide. The exceptional quality of songwriting made selecting winners both satisfying and challenging for the judges.

Fenway’s got talent 2024 Winner

Fenway’s Got Talent is a multi-week live music competition hosted at Time Out Market, highlighting rising Boston-area performers.

Zion Rodman won the 2024 season with a soulful, standout set that earned praise from both the crowd and the judges.

His win was later featured in an interview with CBS Boston, where he spoke alongside the event organizers about the experience.

RADIO APPEARANCES

88.3 WZRD: Chicago, IL

107.1 Chirp Radio: Chicago, IL

91.7 WMWM: Salem, MA

91.5 WMFO: "What's Happening"

Studio Session Live: Plymouth, MA

WEMF: "Citywide Blackout" and "Under the Covers"

107.3 WAAF: Bay State Rock

90.3 WZBC: Newton, MA

SELECT PAST SHOW LOCATIONS

Festivals

  • Make Music Chicago

  • Chillfest (Chicago, IL)

  • Campfire Festival (Cambridge, MA)

  • NOURISH (Concord, MA)

  • Barn Fest (Concord, MA)

  • New England Americana Fest (Medfield, MA)

  • Rat City Music Fest (Allston)

  • Left of The Charles Fest (Allston)

New York

  • Caffe Lena (Saratoga Springs)

  • The Cake Shop (NYC)

Vermont

  • Radio Bean (Burlington)

Boston Area

  • Club Passim (Cambridge)

  • House of Blues FR (Boston)

  • The Middle East (Cambridge)

  • The Lilypad (Cambridge)

  • The Lizard Lounge (Cambridge)

  • The Plough and Stars (Cambridge)

  • The Burren Backroom Series (Somerville)

  • Thunder Road (Somerville)

  • The Armory (Somerville)

  • O'Brien's Pub (Allston)

  • Gulu-Gulu Cafe (Salem)

  • Hennesy's (Boston)

  • Ford Tavern (Medford)

  • Cantab Lounge (Cambridge)

  • The Great American Beer Hall (Medford)

Chicago

  • The Promontory

  • Martyrs'

  • Uncommon Ground

  • Lilly's

  • The Den Theater

  • Cubby Bear Wrigley Field

  • The Hideout

  • Wishbone North

  • Elbo Room

  • Lagunitas Tap Room

  • Phyllis' Musical Inn