Eight Gigs: Daniel Bachman

Daniel Bachman is in his mid-20s, a guitar virtuoso and a virtual encyclopedia of American roots music. None of these facts are what make him such a compelling musician to listen to, though. He meanders through traditional American acoustic music and often manages to make a single guitar sound like an orchestra of strings. He’s an emotional player as well, taking these raw ingredients and pouring his soul into the old-timey-influenced music. His impressive technique makes him one of the most interesting solo-acoustic instrumentalists out there right now. 2733 Riverside Boulevard, http://danielbachman.com.