Reid Andrés, A Storyteller in Song
Reid Andrés (also performing as RC Andrés) is a singer-songwriter who crafts cinematic songs that blend earthy folk, soulful world rhythms, and the bittersweet twang of country—a cocktail served on the rocks, with heart and grit.
Born with a drummer’s heartbeat and raised in suburban Philadelphia, Reid’s musical journey began in jazz and flourished across the globe: in the subways of Barcelona, the drum circles of Ghana, and along the pacific shores of Samoa. These diverse landscapes shaped a musical voice that is as rich and varied as his travels.
For over a decade, Reid was a rhythmic force in New York City, wielding cajons, congas, and percussion at iconic venues like The Iridium, Barbes, and Zinc. Collaborating with Latin rumberos and Brazilian sambistas, he became a sought-after musician. But it was when Reid turned to the guitar and began writing and singing his own songs that his true artistic voice emerged.
Drawing from Americana and Country traditions, Reid writes songs steeped in grit, grace, and humanity. His debut album, Distilled (2019), introduced listeners to a storyteller who captures life’s raw edges and quiet ironies—from the beauty of anonymity in New York City with “No Place” to the satirical grin of “Miss America.”
Distilled & In Good Company
Now, Reid prepares to release his sophomore album, In Good Company, in early 2025. Produced by renowned bassist Ben Zwerin (Lizz Wright, Angélique Kidjo, Nouvelle Vague), the album features an all-star lineup of musicians from the touring bands of Bonnie Raitt, Amos Lee, and Steely Dan.
Recorded in upstate New York, In Good Company weaves Reid’s evocative lyrics and rhythmic strumming with lush arrangements, textured instrumentation, and haunting harmonies. The album covers a lot of ground, offering listeners a collection of well-curated songs that feel both intimate and timeless—melodies and stories that linger long after the last chord fades.
Reid composed the original songs and performs lead vocals, acoustic guitar, and percussion, on both albums. Zwerin skillfully produced, arranged, and engineered the projects, contributing bass, additional instrumentation, and background vocals. Grammy Award-winning engineers Eber Pinheiro and Alex Psaroudakis lent their expertise to mixing and mastering.
Whether on stage or in the studio, Reid Andrés invites listeners into a world of vivid storytelling and heartfelt connection. His music feels like stepping into a room filled with well-worn furniture and warm conversation—a reminder of the power of songs to resonate, heal, and connect us by the fire.
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MUSIC CREDITS
In Good Company (Album) by Reid Andrés ©2024
Produced by Ben Zwerin, Recorded at Zwerin Studios (Kingston, NY)
Mixed by Eber Pinheiro, Brooklyn, NY
Mastered by Alex Psaroudakis
Government Pigeon (Song) by Reid Andrés©2024
Words and Music by Reid Andrés (BMI)
Vocals, Acoustic Guitar and Percussion: Reid Andrés
Electric Guitar & Harmonica: Noe Socha
Drums: Lee Falco
Background vocals: Sara Milonovich
Bass and all other instruments: Ben Zwerin
Birds & Feathers (Song) by Reid Andrés©2024
Words and Music by Reid Andrés (BMI)
Vocals, Acoustic Guitar and Percussion: Reid Andrés
Pedal Steel: Rich Hinman
Drums: Lee Falco
Bass: Ben Zwerin
On The Money (Song) by Reid Andrés©2024
Words and Music by Reid Andrés (BMI)
Vocals, Acoustic Guitar and Percussion: Reid Andrés
Electric Guitar: Connor Kennedy
Drums: Lee Falco
Background vocals: Sara Milonovich
Bass and all other instruments: Ben Zwerin
Illusion Man (Song) by Reid Andrés©2024
Words and Music by Reid Andrés (BMI)
Vocals and Acoustic Guitar: Reid Andrés, Co-Written by Ben Zwerin
Electric Guitar: Connor Kennedy
Drums: Yuval Lion
Bass and all other instruments: Ben Zwerin
In Good Company (Song) by Reid Andrés©2024
Words and Music by Reid Andrés (BMI), Co-Written by Ben Zwerin
Vocals and Acoustic Guitars: Reid Andrés
Electric Guitar: Adam Levy
Drums: Yuval Lion
Bass and all other instruments: Ben Zwerin
Background vocals: Sara Milonovich
Bad Moon Rising
Written by Fogerty, John. “Bad Moon Rising.” Chronicle, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Fantasy Records, 1968.
Recorded with Permission
Vocals and Acoustic Guitar: Reid Andrés
Electric Guitar: Connor Kennedy
Bass, Background Vocals and all other instruments: Ben Zwerin
Drums: Yuval Lion
Fortune Teller (Song) by Reid Andrés©2024
Words and Music by Reid Andrés (BMI)
Vocals and Acoustic Guitars: Reid Andrés
Mandolin and Electric Guitar: Daniel Blumenfeld
Accordion: Brian Mitchell
Drums: Lee Falco
Bass and all other instruments: Ben Zwerin
Background vocals: Sara Milonovich
Post-Truth (Single) by Reid Andrés ©2020
Produced by Ben Zwerin, Recorded at Zwerin Studios (Brooklyn, NY)
Mixed by Eber Pinheiro, Brooklyn, NY
Mastered by Alex Psaroudakis
Words and Music by Reid Andrés (BMI)
Vocals and Acoustic Guitars: Reid Andrés
Keys & Piano: Glenn Patscha
Drums: Brian Delaney
Bass, background vocals: Ben Zwerin
Distilled (Album) by Reid Andrés ©2019
Produced by Ben Zwerin, Recorded at Zwerin Studios (Kingston, NY)
Mixed by Eber Pinheiro, Brooklyn, NY
Mastered by Alex Psaroudakis
Battles To Be Won ©2019
Words and Music by Reid Andrés
Vocals and Acoustic Guitar: Reid Andrés
Pedal Steel: Rich Hinman
Drums: Jason Ewald
Background vocals: Melissa McMillan
All other instruments: Ben Zwerin
It’ll Come Around Again ©2019
Words and Music by Reid Andrés
Vocals, Electric Guitar, Percussion: Reid Andrés
Keys: Glenn Patscha
Background vocals: Melissa McMillan
Bass and all other instruments: Ben Zwerin
No Place ©2019
Words and Music by Reid Andrés
Vocals and Acoustic Guitar: Reid Andrés
Piano: Glenn Patscha
Slide Guitar: Noe Socha
Drums: Jason Ewald
Background vocals: Melissa McMillan
All other instruments: Ben Zwerin
Being Through ©2019
Words and Music by Reid Andrés
Vocals, Acoustic Guitar and Percussion: RC Andrés
Pedal Steel: Rich Hinman
Bass, electric guitar and background vocals: Ben Zwerin
Concrete Jungle ©2019
Words and Music by Bob Marley and the Wailers
(with permission, Cobalt Publishing)
Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Harmonica and Percussion: Reid Andrés
Background vocals: Melissa McMillan
Bass, Keys, and all other instruments: Ben Zwerin
Someone You Can Love ©2019
Words and Music by Reid Andrés
Vocals and Acoustic Guitar: Reid Andrés
Bass Trombone and Accordion: George Saenz
All other instruments and vocals: Ben Zwerin
Miss America ©2019
Words and Music by Reid Andrés
Vocals and Acoustic Guitar: Reid Andrés
Slide and Electric Guitars: Scott Sharrard
Drums: Jason Ewald
Background vocals: Melissa McMillan
Bass and all other instruments: Ben Zwerin
Happy Landings ©2019
Words and Music by Reid Andrés
Vocals and Acoustic Guitar: Reid Andrés
Special Thanks
Ben Zwerin, Glenn Patscha, Scott Sharrard, Noe Socha, Rich Hinman, Melissa McMilllan, Jason Ewald, George Sainz, Connor Kennedy, Adam Levy, Yuval Lion, Lee Falco, Brian Mitchell, Sara Milonovich, Daniel Blumenfeld, Eber Pinheiro, and Alex Psaroudakis for their contributions to the recordings.
Design & Photo Credits
Temendous gratitude is due to following for their contributions to “In Good Company,” Phil Blank for cover Art, Bill Wadman for photography. “Distilled,” Kirsten Harris for graphic design, Joseph Mathew and Lucy Schaeffer for photography. Narrative Studios for web design.
Gracias
Mi Querida Puja, La Familia, Cousin Kenny, S. Jonot, J. Volpe, G. Peters, G. Patscha, B. Isaacs, M. Bradfield, M. Neiswender, A. Stoga, J. Romo, G. Teren, M. Hunt, N. Gundy, Gusty S, J.Rosario, D. Garcia, M. Geraghty, F. Wiss, N. Guarin, D. Sujet, M. Collet, S. Opowowsky, B. Cullman, and the Jalopy gang for generous musical guidance, inspiration and support.
