On “Amsterdam,” Gregory Alan Isakov personifies the Netherlands' capital as a lover. Isakov is a self-proclaimed traveler, so the song may be based on his personal experiences with the city. However, he never revealed the song’s true meaning, not even to Laura Goldhamer who directed the stop-motion music video in close collaboration with him. She told Esquire the video, which took over a month to finish, was created at Isakov’s farm—yet she “never once asked Greg, ‘What is this song about?’”
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On “Amsterdam,” Gregory Alan Isakov personifies the Netherlands' capital as a lover. Isakov is a self-proclaimed traveler, so the song may be ba… read more
On “Amsterdam,” Gregory Alan Isakov personifies the Netherlands' capital as a lover. Isakov is a self-proclaimed traveler, so the song may be based on his personal experiences with … read more
Gregory Alan Isakov (born in 1979 in Johannesburg, South Africa) is a South Africa-born American singer-songwriter. He released his first album, Rust Colored Stones, in 2003. Isakov has been described by Boulder Weekly, "Strong, subtle, a lyrical genius" and has been compared to his influences; Bruce Springsteen, Kelly Joe Phelps, Iron & Wine and Gillian Welch. Isakov's humble presence and his overwhelming voice and guitar style has been treasured by an ever-growing and captivated fan base. Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, Isakov immigrated to the States with … read more
Gregory Alan Isakov (born in 1979 in Johannesburg, South Africa) is a South Africa-born American singer-songwriter. He released his first album, Rust Colored Stones, in 2003. Isakov has bee… read more
Gregory Alan Isakov (born in 1979 in Johannesburg, South Africa) is a South Africa-born American singer-songwriter. He released his first album, Rust Colored Stones, in 2003. Isakov has been described by Boulder Weekly, "Strong, s… read more