Tom Rush has been shaping the sound of American folk for more than 60 years — mentoring and inspiring the likes of Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, and Jackson Browne. Now, at 83, he’s still writing, still performing, and still finding new beauty in song. His latest album, Gardens Old, Flowers New, blooms with warmth and wisdom — a fresh collection that proves his storytelling is as sharp as ever.
On October 18, Rush returns to The Eighth Step at Proctors with longtime collaborator Matt Nakoa. I had the chance to talk with Tom about his legacy, his creative spark, and what keeps him inspired after all these years — hear the full conversation on WEXT.
