Blues and folk singer Karen Dalton was a prominent figure in 1960s New York. Idolized by Bob Dylan and Nick Cave, Karen discarded the traditional trappings of success and led an unconventional life until her early death. Since most images of Karen have been lost or destroyed, the film uses Karen's dulcet melodies and interviews with loved ones to build a rich portrait of this singular woman and her hauntingly beautiful voice.

Karen Dalton
as Self (archive footage)

Nick Cave
as Self

Lacy J. Dalton
as Self

Rick Moody
as Self

Abralyn Baird
as Self

Hunt Middleton
as Self

Vanessa Carlton
as Self

Angel Olsen
as Karen's journals, lyrics & poems (voice)

Peter Walker
as Self

Bob Dylan
as Self (archive footage)