Beginnings

I had just started high school when The Beatles stormed American music. Being captivated by the music and learning to play guitar was almost inevitable. I saved my money, bought a Gibson J-50 guitar and taught myself to play.

Magic

The magic of the music pushed me to make my fingers form chords on the guitar. Three-chord, popular songs like "Gloria" were staples. I never made it into a band, but I never stopped practicing and learning.

Life

The road of life took me to college, marriage, and a family. I never stoped playing guitar and singing. My wife and children tolerated and actually seemed to enjoy my music and even my cat would join me when I was singing so how bad could I be.

Performing

My life and career finally reached a point where I had the time and money to commit to purchasing better equipment and playing out. Coffee shops, open mics, bars, and house parties were opportunities. People seemed to enjoy my music so here I am.

My Music

I have over 160 songs in my notebook. I'm not a songwriter so If you listen to me play for awhile, I'm pretty sure you will hear a tune you know. I do songs from the 50s through the 2000s and everything in between. I cover The Beatles to Ben Harper.

Playing

If you have a venue, I would love to play. You won't find me on social media, but contact me and I will be glad to audition for you. You won't get fancy playing or a lot of electronic enhancements, but I will deliver my songs with commitment and heart.

Beatles - I'm Looking Through You
Box Tops - The Letter
The Band - The Weight
CCR - Lodi
Gerry and the Pacemakers - Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying
Nick Gilder - Hot Child in the City
Tommy James - Draggin' the Line
Kingsmen - Louie Louie
Kinks - Lola
Wilson Pickett - Midnight Hour

CLASSIC ROCK

Avett Brothers - I and Love and You
Brandi Carlile - Keep Your Heart Young
Patty Griffin - Go Wherever You Wanna Go
John Hiatt - Perfectly Good Guitar
Shawn Mullins - The Great Unkown
Old Crow Medicine Show - Wagon Wheel
John Prine - Angel From Montgomery
Steeldrivers - Shallow Grave

AMERICANA

Beach Boys - Sloop John B
Everly Brothers - Wake Up Little Suzie
George Ezra - Budapest
Blaze Foley - Clay Pigeons
Buddy Holly - That'll Be the Day
JD McPherson - Desparate Love
Roger Miller - King of the Road
Ricky Nelson - Travelin' Man
Otis Redding - You Left the Water Running
Stings - Fields of Gold

MISCELLANEOUS