ABOUT TIM FAST
MINNESOTA FOLK SINGER
Songwriter
Award-winning songwriting. Authentic stories. Music that feels like home.
Tim Fast is an award-winning Minnesota folk and Americana singer-songwriter, guitarist and storyteller known for turning everyday experiences into songs that connect. Rooted in the American folk tradition and inspired by artists including John Prine, Neil Young, James Taylor and Steve Goodman, Tim blends thoughtful lyrics, acoustic musicianship and genuine storytelling into performances built to be heard – and remembered.
ABOUT TIM FAST
Stories from the heart.
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A native Minnesotan, Tim Fast has spent years writing and performing original music shaped by the people, places and experiences encountered along the way.
His sound lives at the intersection of folk and Americana, with touches of acoustic blues and the timeless singer-songwriter tradition. At the heart of it all is storytelling: songs about real life, relationships, change, humor, hardship and the moments that stay with us.
For Tim, folk music has never been simply a genre. It’s a way to connect.
I craft my songs to breathe; to live in this moment and encouraging listeners to reflect.
Whether performing for an intimate listening room, a house concert or a festival audience, Tim creates the kind of experience where the stories matter as much as the songs.
Tim Fast Discography
Original Folk & Americana Music
Tim’s catalog of original music reflects a lifelong appreciation for great songs and the stories behind them.
UNDER YOUR MOON
Released in 2023
10 Tracks
A story-driven folk/Americana collection exploring love, loneliness, working life, humor and social observation through some of Tim Fast’s most accomplished songwriting.
CROOKED DOOR
Released in 2011
10 Tracks
A reflective acoustic singer-songwriter album balancing heart, humor and humanity through character-rich songs drawn from people, places and lived experience.
STARLITE DRIVE-IN
Released in 2007
11 Tracks
A nostalgic folk/Americana collection shaped by back roads, memorable characters and changing places, with the title track looking back at the things time leaves behind.
GOOD TROUBLE
Released in 2025
9 Tracks
Tim Fast’s fifth album expands his storytelling into history, conscience, memory and contemporary life while remaining grounded in intimate, human-scale stories.
LIVE PERFORMANCES
See Tim Fast Live
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Tim Fast brings original songwriting, guitar, harmonica and storytelling together on stage for an intimate and engaging live experience.
Based in Minnesota and performing at venues and festivals around the country, Tim is available for:
Folk and Americana festivals
Listening rooms and concert series
House concerts
Wineries and intimate music venues
Private and special events
Each performance is built around connection—not simply playing songs, but bringing audiences into the stories that inspired them.
RECOGNITIONS
AWARD WINNING SONGWRITING
SONGWRITER AWARDS
2010
First Place
Great River Folk Festival
Songwriting Contest
La Crosse, Wisconsin
2019
First Place
Upper Midwest Singer/Songwriter
Championship
River Falls, Wisconsin
2021
First Place
Walnut Valley Festival
NewSong Showcase
Winfield, Kansas
2023
First Place
Robert Kotta Memorial
Songwriting Contest
Port Gamble, Washington
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TIM FAST FAQS
Who is Tim Fast?
Tim Fast is an award-winning folk and Americana singer-songwriter, guitarist and storyteller from Minnesota. His original music combines acoustic musicianship with songs inspired by everyday life and personal experience.
What kind of music does Tim Fast perform?
Tim performs original folk and Americana music with elements of acoustic blues and traditional singer-songwriter storytelling. His influences include John Prine, Neil Young, James Taylor and Steve Goodman.
Where is Tim Fast from?
Tim Fast is a native Minnesotan and is based in the Elk River, Minnesota area. He performs throughout Minnesota and at venues and music festivals around the United States. His ReverbNation profile also identifies him as an Elk River, Minnesota folk singer-songwriter.
Has Tim Fast won songwriting awards?
Yes. Tim has received multiple songwriting honors, including recognition at the Great River Folk Festival, Upper Midwest Singer/Songwriter Championship, Walnut Valley Festival NewSong Showcase and Robert Kotta Memorial Songwriting Contest.
What instruments does Tim Fast play?
Tim Fast performs vocals, guitar and harmonica. Minnesota public radio station WTIP has also described his performances as featuring guitar, harmonica and vocals.
Can I book Tim Fast for a live performance?
Yes. Tim Fast is available for festivals, concert series, listening rooms, house concerts, private events and other live music venues. Contact Tim through the website for availability and booking information.
Bring Tim Fast to Your Stage
Looking for authentic folk and Americana music built around great songs and genuine storytelling? Tim performs at festivals, concert series, listening rooms, house concerts and private events throughout Minnesota and beyond.