José González

The Profile

Swedish singer-songwriter known for intimate, guitar-based recordings; breakthrough recognition came with Veneer and the folk cover of "Heartbeats."

Born and raised in Gothenburg to Argentine parents; widely noted for sparse arrangements, delicate fingerpicking and a melancholic vocal delivery. Key albums include Veneer (debut), In Our Nature and Vestiges & Claws.

DeBaser reviews emphasize José González's sparse, acoustic aesthetic: intimate voice, intricate fingerpicking and melancholic lyricism. Veneer and In Our Nature are highlighted repeatedly; his cover of "Heartbeats" is frequently noted. Reviewers compare him to Nick Drake and note Latin and Nordic influences.