“Marvmusic” is 100% organic, cage-free, folk, roots and blues. Earth music, breakup songs, blues and ballads. Slices of life in the hills and windblown ridges of the Wasatch mountains or Blackhills of Dakota, a plane load of “grunts” on their way to Vietnam, a Cadillac, train, old truck, a motorcycle. Wyoming basin and range, a sailing ship. Portraits of characters: an eco-warrior, dogs, a 60’s stewardess, icons of rock ‘n roll, lovers. Emotional journeys: grief, anger, angst and sorrow, joy and hope.

Marv's mesmerizing recent collaboration is Dream Back The Buffalo.   https://www.youtube.com/@marvhamiltonmusic

Marv Hamilton and Dream Back the Buffalo create soulful, story-rich Americana rooted in the awe, sorrow, and wonder of the natural world and human existence.  Fronted by Utah-born  singer-songwriter Marv Hamilton, the trio channels the spirit of wide-open landscapes and hard-earned wisdom. Marv's songs—born of love, loss, and a deep bond with the Earth—carry a quiet power. His voice, resonant and commanding, stirs with timeless emotion, while his guitar work underscores each lyric with the rough-hewn texture of  an old Cedar.

Violinist Mary Otterstrom, a fellow Utah native, lends fire and finesse to the trio's sound. A classically trained musician whose journey began with a tiny violin gifted by her mother, Mary blends precision with passion, creating performances that soar. With other ensembles, she has earned international airplay and a top-ten ranking on the Folk DJ charts. Offstage, she works at Peter Prier & Sons violin shop and mentors aspiring musicians. She brings soul, warmth, and dynamic range to the band's musical identity.

Gary Clark, originally from New Hampshire and a Utah transplant since the late 20th century, anchors the ensemble with rich, resonant basslines and warm vocal harmonies. His eclectic musical sensibility and deep rhythmic instinct weave seamlessly through the group's tapestry, adding texture and emotional gravity.

Together, Marv Hamilton and Dream Back the Buffalo offer a captivating fusion of heart, grit, and melody—music that speaks to the soul and walks you  through t stories etched in earth,  sky and the human heart.  https://www.youtube.com/@marvhamiltonmusic

Marv is a singer/songwriter,  and recording artist. A 2001 Kerrville Newfolk Finalist at Kerrville, Texas, he won the Intermountain Acoustic Music Association's 2013 IAMMY winner for favorite male singer/songwriter. Marv has played on mainstages and in house concerts,  music and arts festivals, farmer’s markets, theatric productions, peace rallies, showcases, celebrations and on live radio and TV in Utah, Colorado, Arizona, Texas, Massachusetts and Canada and has shared stages with several of his heroes including John Gorka, Dave Alvin, Cheryl Wheeler, Chuck Pyle, Steve Seskin and Grace Potter.

  Marv released his debut album, “Wing and a Prayer” (acoustic blues, ballads and “Redrock eco-folk”, voted by KRCL's Susanne Milsaps as best local release of the year), in 2000 under his own indie label, “Best Dog Records”, followed by his acclaimed second release, “The Mind Will Follow” (acoustic and electric folk, rock, blues and earthmusic) in 2006.  Marv's first studio album in 17 years, “Dream Back The Buffalo”, is due for release  in Fall 2026.

 Marv supports his guitar habit as a psychotherapist in private practice in Salt Lake City, UT.