Mempho Fest

This weekend in Memphis, TN is the second annual Mempho Music Festival. I went yesterday and it was great! Here are some highlights from Beck, Phoenix, and Janelle Monae.

Beck

Beck

Phoenix

Phoenix

Janelle Monae

Janelle Monae

Breakthrough video

"Made of Puzzles" is my new DIY music video. I made it with a dashboard backup camera. You can view it on YouTube or from the VIDEOS page. This is the first song on my upcoming album, Begin the Glimmer, due out one week from today on October 12th; with tour dates to follow. Thanks for watching!

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5 & Dime

I recorded my upcoming album, Begin the Glimmer, at 5 & Dime Recording with Harry Koniditsiotis in Memphis, TN. The official release date is October 12th, but you can hear and see the latest singles on the MUSIC and VIDEOS pages. Also be sure to sign the mailing list for all the latest news, tour dates, and exclusive offers. Thank you!

Photos by George Hancock

5 and Dime Recording in Memphis, TN.

5 and Dime Recording in Memphis, TN.

5 and Dime Recording in Memphis, TN.

5 and Dime Recording in Memphis, TN.

NIN - TN

I saw Nine Inch Nails at The Orpheum Theatre last night in Memphis, TN. The performance was epic and amazing. I’ve been listening to them for a long time, and this was my first show. Seeing them live made me realize why I like Trent Reznor’s music so much. It’s a beautiful balance of electronica, minimalist composition, and thrash metal.

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#nin

New album October 12th!

I'm excited to announce that my upcoming album - Begin the Glimmer - will be released on October 12th! Featuring ten songs, including the singles "Radio Caroline" and "We Live Our Day". Recorded and mixed in my new hometown of Memphis, TN. Please sign the mailing list (link below) for tour schedules, exclusive offers, and all the latest updates. Thank you!!

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Tour Update #3

 

I returned home yesterday from the second leg of my summer tour. Lots of fun Midwest performances, beautiful drives, and fantastic sightseeing. (Check previous News entries for travelogue.) I drove 5400 miles in 19 days through 14 cities of 7 states for 17 gigs, 1 radio interview, and 2 days at a meditation center. New album coming in October and East Coast shows to follow! Please sign the mailing list below to get all the latest news. Thank you!!

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Tour Update #2

In between shows last week, I was able to check out some very cool sights in the Midwest. See pics below. The adventures continue this week in Wisconsin, Arkansas, and Missouri. More info on the SHOWS page. 

Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, IA.

Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, IA.

Final stage for Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper (February 2, 1959) at Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, IA.

Final stage for Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper (February 2, 1959) at Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, IA.

Dusk on Lake Superior in Duluth, MN.

Dusk on Lake Superior in Duluth, MN.

Dr. Evermore's Forevertron in North Freedom, WI.

Dr. Evermore's Forevertron in North Freedom, WI.

Uncle Woody

I visited Okemah, OK a few years ago to see the birthplace of Woody Guthrie. I was going through Oklahoma again this week and had to go back.  

The site of WG's childhood home.

The site of WG's childhood home.

Okemah's favorite son.

Okemah's favorite son.

Tour Update #1

August tour got off to a strong start last week. I just finished a busy weekend with four shows in two days. Yesterday in between gigs, I made an unplanned stop at the Evel Knievel museum in Topeka. Awesome!

This week I'm in Iowa, Kansas, and Minnesota. Check the SHOWS page for details.

Topeka, KS

Topeka, KS