Brett Auerbach is an indie singer-songwriter and guitarist based in Akron, Ohio. Raised in the Cuyahoga Valley, his music draws deep influence from the sounds of Appalachia and the American Midwest. Blending claw-hammer and fingerstyle guitar with open tunings, Auerbach crafts a sound rooted in delta blues and Americana, marked by raw emotion and vivid lyrical storytelling.

In 2021, Auerbach co-founded the band Rye Valley alongside multi-instrumentalist Landon Kearns. The group’s debut full-length album, Miss River (2024), was written during Auerbach’s travels through the Mississippi River region and showcases their signature blend of folk, blues, and alt-country.

Following the album’s release, Rye Valley joined acclaimed songwriter Clem Snide on a national tour in Fall 2024. Auerbach has also served as the lead guitarist for Ohio-based artist Chrissy Strong since 2023. Known for his dynamic performances, he continues to play regularly throughout the Cleveland/Akron area.