“Zoe FitzGerald Carter is an artist who taps into the great American tradition of the troubadour singer-songwriter. With a fresh and invigorating approach, this Berkeley, California-based tunesmith crafts lyrically driven compositions that delve into themes of change, longing, exploitation, nostalgia and many more. Before The Machine is a gem of an album from top to bottom.”
— Tom Hilton, Aldora Britain Records
Take Effect
“Carter pens much beauty, some rawness, and a whole lot of timelessness.” (Take Effect)
Deep Conversations Podcast
Zoe joins Jeff Krisman on his Deep Conversations podcast to discuss everything from storytelling to spirituality, technology to music as well as a fun side trip to Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Video Premiere: Zoe Fitzgerald Carter “Magic Pill”
“If you’ve ever been absolutely addicted to a person or something else, as there are metaphors afoot, this song will bring it all back – the thrill, the pain, the feeling of being wild. Zoe is onto something with this one. We applaud the new direction.”
Video Premiere: Zoe FitzGerald Carter “Before The Machine”
“Zoe possesses a pure, clear voice that weaves smoothly around her delicate melody in this well-crafted song. ‘Before the Machine’ is a genuine, heartfelt song that recalls a time before smartphones intruded upon our lives and reflects on how technology has changed us and our relationships with others. Zoe’s sensitive lyricism continues to be a strength.” - Andrew Frolish, Americana UK
REVIEW: Zoe FitzGerald Carter Before the Machine
“An interesting 9 pieces peppered with folk, jazz, blues & rock from the Bay Area artist with a distinctive voice – her tone has authority, experience & character. Like the chanteuses of the old-world musical halls & stages, Zoe (acoustic guitar/vocals) sings with personality & self-assurance & knows which words to emphasize.”
Before the Machine
Zoe FitzGerald Carter (solo artist): “I use my memories and emotions as fodder for my songs. I also write about issues and ideas that interest me or that I feel strongly about.”
(The Global Independent & Underground Music E-Zine; Issue 187, Saturday 6th July 2024 “Tomorrow’s Music Today”)
Zoe Fitzgerald Carter chats with Doug on Midday Music
Zoe Fitzgerald Carter is a talented singer-songwriter who is performing Saturday, October 1, at The Lost Church in Santa Rosa.
(Aired: September 27, 2022)
REVIEW Zoe FitzGerald Carter Waterlines
"In her second solo album, Waterlines, Zoe FitzGerald Carter expands upon her roots in the East Bay’s folk and Americana scenes. Her impressive acoustic guitar-picking is still evident, but the songs on the record are delivered in a variety of styles that highlight their spirited lyrics and her often-ironic sense of humor.”
Review by Norwegian blogger Knut Olav Halseth
"Zoe takes me on a journey where my thoughts go to Joni Mitchell and Eva Cassidy. The title track Below the Waterline is a gem that in all its simplicity gives me goosebumps and a lump in my throat.”
John Platt, WFUV DJ
"Zoe's training as a journalist and her experiences in the U.S. and abroad have given her words that resonate vividly and musical instincts that carry you along the journey.”
Twenty questions with NoteworthyMusic
"A profound depth of feeling is conveyed through Zoe’s lyrical and literary songwriting combined with her masterful and understated performances throughout the album. Zoe creates vignettes set to music, hinting at deeper stories not completely revealed as all good short stories do.”
Michael’s Music Log
"The music largely fits in the folk realm, but Zoe FitzGerald Carter certainly does not feel restricted by that term, employing elements of jazz, Latin music and rock as she crafts beautiful, emotionally engaging songs. Hers is a voice that has both warmth and experience.”
Zoe looks back at songwriting during the pandemic for American Blues Scene.
"Once I stopped panic buying toilet paper and disinfecting my mail, I realized that time -- as The Rolling Stones once sang -- really was on my side." - Zoe FitzGerald Carter
REVIEW Zoe FitzGerald Carter Waterlines
"There is no shortage of atmosphere and fun with this album “Waterlines”, the second but certainly not the last by language and music virtuoso Zoe FitzGerald Carter. We notice similarities with the work of folk singers such as Mary Black and Joni Mitchell."
Interview on Americana Highways
Interview: Zoe FitzGerald Carter Seeks “Things You Cannot See But Know Are There” With Solo Debut ‘Waterlines’
REVIEW Zoe FitzGerald Carter Waterlines
“A haunting spirit and a cinematic backdrop to a very articulate and vocally diverse album.”
REVIEW Zoe FitzGerald Carter Waterlines
Zoe’s combination of musical and literary gifts and explorative restless spirit bode well for intriguing future offerings. This one certainly fits that bill.
Now Hear This — Zoe Fitzgerald Carter’s “Waterlines”
"Carter is steeped in the folk-rock-country music of the 1970s, when she grew up, and her new album has the heart-tugging, tightly produced feel of Bonnie Raitt, James Taylor, Randy Newman, Lowell George and Little Feat and the other great LPs of that decade." — San Francisco Journalist David Talbot
REVIEW: Zoe Fitzgerald Carter “Waterlines” is Rich Vocal Timbre’
There aren’t any boring moments. They’re all well-crafted songs. On “Below the Waterline,” Zoe sounds like she’s channeling the songwriting style of Nanci Griffith thru a Mary Chapin Carpenter tone. Zoe’s lyrics are applied with expertise. The accordion drenches the melody in a Parisian flavor. The showcase is refreshing.
Plunging in with Zoe FitzGerald Carter’s ‘Waterlines’
On Friday, the Berkeley musician celebrates the release of her second album, a beguiling set of songs exploring stylistic territory beyond her Americana comfort zone.
IndieEye Film Award Winner – Best Music Video
I WANNA BE A TEENAGE BOY | Directed by JOSHUA MCCLAIN
Video Premiere: Zoe FitzGerald Carter’s ‘These Words’
ABS is proud to premiere the video for “These Words" from Zoe's upcoming debut solo LP, 'Waterlines,' out March 26
Zoe FitzGerald Carter Shares Video for ‘I Wanna Be A Teenage Boy’ From Forthcoming Album, ‘Waterlines’
"I Wanna Be A Teenage Boy" is a humorous send-up of the absurd messaging foisted on women and girls in our culture
Zoe FitzGerald Carter Premieres 'I Wanna Be a Teenage Boy'
The song is the first single off of her upcoming debut solo LP, Waterlines, due out March 26th.
Video Premiere: Zoe FitzGerald Carter “I Wanna Be A Teenage Boy”
Americana Highways brings you this video premiere of Zoe FitzGerald Carter’s song “I Wanna Be A Teenage Boy” from her forthcoming album Waterlines, due out in March.