Elijah Wald

Elijah Wald is a multifaceted American musician and scholar, born in 1959. As a guitarist, he specializes in folk blues, while his work as a music journalist and historian has led to a deeper understanding of various genres, including blues, pop, and cultural music. His expertise has been recognized through numerous endeavors, showcasing his ability to bridge the gap between music and historical context.

Wald's contributions to the music world have been acknowledged with prestigious awards, including a Grammy Award in 2002 for his liner notes to The Arhoolie Records 40th Anniversary Box. His written work has also been adapted into other forms of media, such as the film A Complete Unknown, which was based on his 2015 book Dylan Goes Electric! Newport, Seeger, Dylan, and the Night That Split the Sixties. Through his work, Wald continues to shed light on the intricacies of music history and its cultural significance.