He has performed in 32 countries, gets radio airplay, has released 16 albums, and is a veteran blues man who sings, songwrites, and plays guitar and harmonica. The conversation brings out some of his highlights as well as some lessons learned from being in the business and on the road so long.
“Tom was really great. He encouraged (me) and that's what a good producer should do. They need to let you relax and be yourself so the best of you comes out, and he definitely did that.”
“It's hard to find somebody to book you unless you have something to offer or unless they’re invested emotionally or financially in your career.”
“The best promotion is to be out and play live, hands down. Somebody can see your video, somebody hears your music, but when they see a live show that's usually when you capture and sell people.”
“Every time you assume this person is not worth talking to or not important or who cares, they're usually the person who is probably connected to somebody who can do you a lot of good.”
“Promoting is tough. It is the hardest – most unappreciated probably – job there is in the music industry, and so if you ever get a good agent, hang onto him. I suggest everyone try to book themselves for a year or two so they know how to appreciate when somebody does step up.”
"Mississippi Woman"
"High Horse"