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Meet Cool Water

Our Story

Cool Water is a folk-rock duo based in the Pacific Northwest, creating original music rooted in storytelling, harmony, and grit. Drawing from Americana traditions and modern folk influences, their songs explore love, loss, resilience, and lifes journeys.

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Perfect for listening rooms, festivals, community events, and private gatherings.
Explore the heartfelt tunes of Cool Water - Brooke Pennock and Wendy McDowell. Their distinctive mix of genres and engaging lyrics connect with listeners around the globe.  Immerse yourself in their world and let the music guide you through a journey of emotions and relatable life stories.  Whether it's an intimate acoustic session or an electrifying performance, witness the enchantment of Cool  Water live.

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Made In Washington

“Best New Emerging Artist Award"

Billboard

Top 10 Songwriters Finalist

West Coast Songwriters Association

First Place  I Wont Be Alone

KZOK FM Seattle

First place winner
"Write a Bleepin Song Contest"

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Cool Water
13:11
Brooke Pennock & Wendy McDowell ~ Soda Cracker
03:17
Cool Water (1) June 27 2014
04:39
Cool Water ~ Thread
03:07

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PRESS

1st Place - West Coast Songwriters Association

Billboard Top 10 Songwriters Finalist

Made In Washington Best New Emerging Artist

Lilith Fair National Talent Search Top 10

Winner Seattle KZOK FM "Write a Bleepin Song" Contest

Cool Water is a folk rock duo based in Seattle, WA.  Brooke Pennock and Wendy McDowell are lifelong friends that share a love of songwriting and Americana roots rock. Often compared to the Indigo Girls, Melissa Etheridge & Lucinda Williams, their all original slice of life lyrics are paired with a pop sensibility and soulful layered harmonies.

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