Born and raised in West Virginia, Philip Bowen’s uplifting sound is heavily inspired by Appalachian roots. The dynamic, internationally touring singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist began playing fiddle at the age of four & has developed quite a fan base over the years – amassing over 1.5 million followers online. His popularity on social media even propelled him to win TikTok’s Greatest Talent competition, beating out thousands of other competitors. He’s played iconic venues like The Bluebird Cafe, 3rd & Lindsley, and been a featured performer on NPR’s “Mountain Stage” – with a return in the works for 2025.
2023 was a breakout year for Bowen and saw him share the stage with legends like Darius Rucker, finish as a semifinalist on Season 18 of America’s Got Talent, earn a spotlight at Americanafest and release his debut album, “Old Kanawha.”
In addition to his work as a touring artist, he is an accomplished session player hundreds of credits to his name for a wide range of artists including Noah Kahan, Zandi Holup, Sam Barber, Brandon Davis, Styles Haury, Jenna Paulette, Josiah & the Bonnevilles, & more
He continues to release his original music, spreading his message of positivity to an audience that has been growing rapidly. With guest spots on Ross Golan’s “And the demo is…” and praise from American Songwriter, Whiskey Riff, Rolling Stone, The Bluegrass Situation, No Depression, and Atwood Magazine, it’s easy to see why the Nashville Songwriters Association International dubbed this inspirational artist “one to watch.”
In 2025, Philip signed on with Cloverdale Records for the release of his second album – and will kick off his inaugural headlining tour in the Fall.