One Acre West

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One Acre West is an Americana and alt-country band based in Central Pennsylvania crafting honest, story-driven songs about love, loss, family, and the places that shape us. Produced in Austin, Texas by Bradley Kopp, their debut album blends Appalachian roots with timeless songwriting and modern Americana influences.

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One Acre West is an Americana and alt-country band based in Central Pennsylvania writing honest, story-driven songs about love, loss, family, and the places that shape us. Their music blends Western roots with touches of Texas country, folk, and heartland rock, creating songs that feel timeless without sounding nostalgic. Their debut album was recorded in  Austin, Texas with producer Bradley Kopp, bringing together musicians from Pennsylvania and Austin. Whether performing as an intimate acoustic duo or full band, One Acre West delivers heartfelt songs, stories, and performances built on authenticity and connection.

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Hailing from the foothills of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains and the wide-open plains of Texas, One Acre West is the deeply personal Americana project of singer Kristi Jean and her songwriting and life partner, Steven Branstetter. After years performing in cover bands—from classic country and rock to radio hits - they found themselves at a turning point. “We love those songs,” Kristi says. “But after a while, singing someone else’s story - especially one you don’t fully identify with - can make you forget why you’re doing it.” Kristi and Steve had lived enough life to have stories of their own, and it was time to tell them.

The name “One Acre West” reflects where they’ve come from and where they’re headed. It’s a nod to home… CONTINUE READING