Railway Cafe Presents: Katie Dahl and Robby Hecht

Clear-eyed and tough-minded, songwriter/playwright Katie Dahl is known for her smart songs, wry wit, and wise spirit. A small-town celebrity on the Wisconsin peninsula where her family has lived for 175 years, Katie is also an internationally touring, radio-charting artist who “delivers razor-sharp lyrics with a hearty, soulful voice” (American Songwriter). In live shows that are both courageously honest and devilishly funny, Katie dives deep into questions of land and love, family and body image, grief and joy. “In unsettled times,” says Peter Mulvey, “Katie Dahl brings us a grounded spirit.” Katie’s five albums of original songs showcase her creamy alto, abiding love of the land, and trademark humor, as well as her unflinching vulnerability. Her recent work finds her exploring deeper territory than ever before, from anxiety to body image to the challenges of growing up queer in an evangelical church. Richly steeped in the American songwriting tradition, Katie navigates the muddy waters between the personal, public, and political with tenderness and dexterity. Touring singer-songwriter Robby Hecht has been captivating audiences for over two decades with his warm voice and quietly powerful songwriting. His music has drawn comparisons to the lyrical depth of Josh Ritter and the vocal grace of James Taylor, blending honest storytelling and memorable melodies. Robby’s performances balance his songs with disarming humor and an engaging stage presence. Robby earned a reputation early on as a songwriter’s songwriter, winning a string of prestigious performing songwriter competitions and building a loyal following through relentless touring across the US and Europe. With seven solo albums and more than 30 million streams, his songs have become the soundtrack to countless journeys.