Gender: Male
Selwyn Birchwood is an American blues guitarist, vocalist and songwriter from Tampa, Florida. He was the winner of the Blues Foundation’s 2013 International Blues Challenge, as well the winner of the Albert King Guitarist of the Year award, presented at the same event. To win, he bested 125 other bands from around the world. Birchwood plays electric guitar and electric lap steel guitar. His live performances feature his original songs. Living Blues magazine said, "Selwyn Birchwood is making waves, surprising people and defying expectations. Be on the lookout. He revels in the unexpected." The Tampa Tribune said Birchwood plays with "power and precision reminiscent of blues guitar hero Buddy Guy. He is a gritty vocalist [who is] commanding with his axe." Rolling Stone said "Birchwood is a young, powerhouse guitarist and soulful vocalist. Don't Call No Ambulance is a remarkable debut by a major player." The Washington Post said, "Selwyn Birchwood is an indelibly modern and original next-generation bluesman; his tough vocals, guitar and lap steel touch on classic Chicago blues, Southern soul and boogie."
Source: Wikipedia | Last updated on April 25, 2024
On the name Selwyn Birchwood, Selwyn means Friend of the Palace, Good Friend, Friend at Court, Manor-friend.
The name Selwyn Birchwood is often used as a Male name and is mostly used as a First Name.
Selwyn is commonly found in South Africa, United States of America, United Kingdom, and 35 more countries.
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At NamesLook, the name Selwyn is recorded 1,427 times globally, ranking it as the 26,347th most common name worldwide.
Selwyn is most prevalent in South Africa, with 747 occurrences, making it the 2,453th most popular name in the country.
In South Africa, the name Selwyn is found among 1 in every 3139 people, showcasing its highest frequency there.
| Country | Rank | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | #2,453 | 1 : 3,139 |
| United States of America | #9,032 | 1 : 7,764 |
| United Kingdom | #4,766 | 1 : 3,916 |
| Netherlands | #5,678 | 1 : 5,344 |
| Canada | #7,597 | 1 : 8,661 |
| Singapore | #9,081 | 1 : 19,482 |
| Hong Kong | #10,051 | 1 : 18,446 |
This chart displays the ranking of the name Selwyn from 1980 to 2023, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Social Security Administration.
Selwyn Birchwood is an American blues guitarist, vocalist and songwriter from Tampa, Florida. He was the winner of the Blues Foundation’s 2013 International Blues Challenge, as well the winner of the Albert King Guitarist of the Year award, presented at the same event. To win, he bested 125 other bands from around the world. Birchwood plays electric guitar and electric lap steel guitar. His live performances feature his original songs. Living Blues magazine said, "Selwyn Birchwood is making waves, surprising people and defying expectations. Be on the lookout. He revels in the unexpected." The Tampa Tribune said Birchwood plays with "power and precision reminiscent of blues guitar hero Buddy Guy. He is a gritty vocalist [who is] commanding with his axe." Rolling Stone said "Birchwood is a young, powerhouse guitarist and soulful vocalist. Don't Call No Ambulance is a remarkable debut by a major player." The Washington Post said, "Selwyn Birchwood is an indelibly modern and original next-generation bluesman; his tough vocals, guitar and lap steel touch on classic Chicago blues, Southern soul and boogie."
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