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Stephen Pride
Stephen Pride,youngest brother of Country Legend Charley Pride born in Marks,Mississippi. Stephen starting singing at the age of 6 years performing for the first time at what would be his graduating high school the song: "Stand By Me" of which he received a standing ovation from the audience. Stephen played alto saxophone in his high school marching band. While attending college at Mississippi Valley State University, Stephen played with a local R&B Band for a couple of years. Stephen would world in his college study field of Biology and Environmental Sciences for few years while still continue his desire to play music. He managed to join up with a countryu band in Mississippi ehich from there his passion for singing country music began. Stephen managed to record his first album: "Pride On The Wildside" some years later. Stephen has toured Europe with his famous brother and has also toured in New Zealand and Norfolk Islands near Australia.Stephen has been blessed to have the gift and talent to sing,play and entertain and truly appreciates his fans,and business proprietors who have given him opportunities to be exposed to the world.


Contact Crazy Wolf Entertainment to book THE CARL RICHARDS BAND

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W E L C O M E THE CARL RICHARDS BAND has everything to fit your needs and budget, and we offer many different packages

We are open for Private Parties, Weddings, Pig Roasts, Fairs, Jamborees, Fund Raisers, and Sit down Shows with Singers and Dancers..And Dance Instructors...

We play a variety of music, Cover tunes & Originals, country, old rock & roll, and even a touch of blues Check out our partial song list !


Contact Crazy Wolf Entertainment to book Jake Payne and Dixie Creek
Jake Payne and Dixie Creek
If singer/songwriters possess a singular focus on expressing their innermost heart and soul with complete sincerity, then Oregon-based Jake Payne could be their spokesman.Originally a bassist, Payne has turned to an acoustic guitar and a small vintage suitcase crammed with crumbled papers whose surfaces are scrawled with lyrics reflecting his experience with dusty one-road towns, broken relationships, heartache and joy, and drunken frustration. Paynes credentials are the real deal having spent almost 3 years playing professionally in the roots music capital of the world, Austin, Texas. While playing with Traditional Country sweetheart Pauline Reese and with his own band Dixie Creek, Payne has shared the stage or opened for the likes of over two dozen country and Texas music luminaries including Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Tommy Alverson, Kevin Fowler, Johnny Lee, The Bellamy Brothers, the late Chris LeDoux, Pat Green, Mike Blakely, Freddy Powers, Rusty Wier, The Derailers, Texas Renegade, Hayes Carll, Paula Nelson and Monte Montgomery. In additon to these musical opportunities, Payne's time in the Lonestar State allowed him the opportunity to expand his knowledge of the music business, develop industry relationships and sharpen his musical craft. In the end, however, Payne and multi-instrumentalist Scott Eastburn, decided to pack it up and head back to Oregon. Paynes music is powerfully simple in its colors, tones and emotions. Convenient classification of Americana/Roots Music aside, Paynes music knows no boundaries and he does not dedicate his craft to any particular people, social class, or agenda. During his first stay in Texas, Payne experienced a visit which only served to encourage his musical motivations. He was visiting with Merle Haggard in the country music legend's tour bus. Haggard was asked what kind of advice he had for aspiring musicians. "Haggard looked me in the eye and said "If you love what you are doing then dont ever stop" With that kind of affirmation, Jake Payne will answer the call in his heart and soul and you can rest assured it will be the real deal.


Contact Crazy Wolf Entertainment to book The Michael Paul Band
The Michael Paul Band
We are a high energy 5 member band that plays primarily country music but with our rock roots our band is versatile enough to also play some good ol’ Southern Rock and amaze you with our 4 part harmony. Any good country band can take the stage and play some music but our band, THE MICHAEL PAUL BAND, likes to take the stage and entertain YOU and involve YOU in our show! We aren't just a cover band, in addition to singing songs by Hit Country Artists such as Brooks & Dunn, Toby Keith, Dierks Bentley, George Strait and many others, you will be delighted to hear us perform and sing to Michael Paul originals that every audience member can relate to in one way or another. We aim to have you up on your feet dancing and surprise you with our acapella songs too! Some of our clients have included: 6 Flags Great America, Contra Costa County Fair, The Walnut Festival, The Bass Festival, and many local clubs. The MPB has played with or opened for bands well known in the Bay Area such as 38 Special, Tower Of Power, Elvin Bishop, Cold Blood, Van Morrison, and Steve Miller (to name a few).


Contact Crazy Wolf Entertainment to book Devin Derrick Band
Devin Derrick Band
Latest cd "HonkyTonk Mood"/produced by John Carter Cash.Can be heard at .Real country/opened for Alabama,Reba,Blake Shelton,Tracy Byrd,Exct.. Devin is a native Oklahoman, born and bred. He was born in Oklahoma City and grew up in the Guthrie and Edmond area. Devin grew up with a father in the music business. After graduating from Edmond High School, Devin decided to make his passion his life and be a full-time musician. He began traveling across the country to perform at parties, clubs, state fairs and rodeos.

In the mid-nineties, Devin's hard work started to pay off. In 1994, while performing at the Wild Horse Saloon in downtown Nashville, he won first place in a pro-am contest. More contests and awards followed. Soon Devin hired a band and the demand only increased. Plenty of time on the road eventually led to Devin purchasing a tour bus.

Nashville was not done blessing Devin and his career. While visiting Nashville in 2002, one of Johnny Cash’s reps approached Devin and asked him for a demo CD. A few years later, the same rep called Devin with some great news. John Carter Cash, son of the legendary Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash, wanted to produce Devin’s CD.

Devin headed down to the Cash Cabin Studio in Nashville. With the help of John Carter Cash and the crew, Devin’s songs were narrowed down to a list of eleven. And there was another surprise. John Carter Cash asked Devin to record a twelfth song written by Johnny Cash himself. The song was “Lady,” written by Cash for his wife, June Carter. It had never been recorded by anyone other than Johnny Cash himself.

The music on the CD was played by very well known session players. Robby Turner played steel and dobro for the late Waylon Jennings. Jaime Hartford, the son of the late John Hartford, played lead and rhythm guitar on the movie “Walk the Line.” Rick Lonow played on Alan Jackson’s recordings. Tony Harrell plays on most recordings of Nashville’s top charted artists. John Carter’s wife, Laura Cash, played with the Carter Family. Dave Roe played with artists such as Keith Whitley, Don Williams and Trisha Yearwood. Harry Stinson is Marty Stewart’s drummer and back-up vocalist. All of these musicians played along with Devin on the CD.

Over the years, Devin has played a variety of events and venues. He has been the opening act for...

Blake Shelton Tracy Byrd Blackhawk Alabama Doug Stone Chely Wright Reba Tracy Lawrence Mark Chestnut David Allen Coe ... and many other entertainers. Devin even appeared in Toby Keith's 1993 video, "A Little Less Talk, A Lot More Action."

Devin is very appreciative of the gift God gave him and the people who have helped along the way. Devin said, “I wish to thank everyone who endures with me the ups and downs of my career. From the day I was born with the gift of breath to give back through songs, even past the day I stop breathing, I owe more than just myself.”


Harvey Perdue
My Professional Music spades over 32 years, just working in and out of Nashville, TN. I have appeared on The Grand Ole Opry Stage, The Mid Night Jamboree, TBN, Fan Fair in Nashville 1998, 2000, 2005. I have appeared in Theaters in Branson, Nashville, Pigeon Forge, Hot Springs, and throughout the South. I have also done ticketed shows in Canada. In My Show, I do Tributes to George Jones/Conway Twitty/ Elvis Presley/ Johnny Paycheck/Marty Robbins/Hank Williams/Tanya Tucker/Lynard Skyckard, and Even The Beatles. Our Show ;includes Nashville Recording Artists; Jenny Jo; Brian O'Kelley; Stan (Catfish) Lafever, and Myself. My Producers, in the Music Industry has been Jim Ward / Gary S. Paxton / Les Ladd / Sam Wellington / and Carol Lee Cooper. I have been signed by 4 different labels, in My Career. I now own My Own Label, which is Rock of Ages songs.

I have appeared on Stage with Biily Walker; Johnny Russell; Ferlin Husky; The Four Guys; Pretty Miss Norma Jean; Razzy Bailey; Bobby G. Rice; Jerry Lee Louis; Joe Passion; Margo Smith; Stu Phillips; Stan Perkins; Ken Mellons; Ricky Van Shelton; Randy(Ray) Travis;The Carol Lee Singers; The Grand Ole Opry Band; Freddy Hart; Ronnie Hinson; The Kingsmen; Paul Overstreet; Gary Buck; George Hamilton IV; and Gary S. Paxton. We average playing to over 61,000 people per year. Our Music


Davis Highway
Who is Davis Highway? Formerly known as Highway 87. Davis Highway derives its name from the lead singer Billy Davis’ last name combined with the old band’s name “Highway”. Davis Highway was formed as a result of four musicians from different backgrounds coming together to form “Country with a Rock Attitude.” Davis Highway draws from all genres of music: Traditional Country, Rock, Metal, Southern Rock. We like to think of our sound as amped-up, exciting, aggressive “Alternative Country.” We are currently in the studio recording our first full length album, which is set to be released around the first of the year. “We are always looking to give the audience a powerful show we love to rock you with some country,” – Davis Highway.


Rodeo House Band
"a rockin little country band" !! RodeoHouse was formed in November of 2005 by vocalists Christina Amato and Dave Scott. A seven piece band all complimenting of eachother! Amato and Scott bring dynamic stage presence and fantastic vocal range to the fore, and back each other seamlessly with harmonies that can be considered technically difficult. Scott also plays rhythm guitar for the group. Rodeo House boasts two lead guitar players in Brad Johs and Danny Martin, and they bring a real country sound to the mix. Bass is handled by Dave Robbins. Terry Tuohy holds down the backbeat on drums and also doubles as the groups sound engineer. The bands distinctive sound is generated by the pedal steel playing of Chuck Manchester who has been performing since the 1950s and gives Rodeo House the sound that few bands can achieve. RodeoHouse is currently playing shows around the Bay Area and the Reno-Lake Tahoe Area. The group is very tight and there is an obvious sense of friendship between the members. This is apparent to all who come to see them. RodeoHouse plays primarily contemporary music of the country genre, and brings a nice blend of old time country and western, and bawdy blues together that makes for a great show. This combination is sure to please young and old alike.

Rodeo House - providing the hottest new country, rodeo favorites, and oldies. Rodeo House provides dance music between sets, pro equipment, sound, and pro lighting. Specializing in Corporate Event, Clubs, Receptions, and All Partys!!

Visit www.rodeohouse.com


Brooke Morton
There is an ever elusive treasure in the music business that is very seldom seen. Though many have laid claim to it, few can actually deliver. It is called “The Complete Package”. This is an artist that can sing, entertain, write songs, look great, and have an infectious, positive personality and attitude. Brooke Morton is the complete package. A star in the making, whose brilliance is undeniable, Brooke’s passion for life and music have an amazing impact on all who have had the opportunity to hear her amazing voice. It’s abundantly clear that she was put on this earth to sing. Born in Kentucky, she moved to the Nashville area at an early age. It wasn’t long before she tapped into the rich musical heritage that flowed through her veins. Her grandfather is legendary blues and rock guitarist, Leonard Everly, and her cousins are none other than Hall of Fame members, Don and Phil, The Everly Brothers! Brooke grew up singing in church where her parents, both amazingly gifted musically, were praise and worship leaders. There she began to realize she could touch people’s hearts with her incredible gift. As she matured vocally and spiritually, she traveled with the World Light Ministry Crusades which took her to venues around the world, singing to thousands of people. She also performed with the Western Kentucky University Choir, various corporate functions and several sporting events along the way, including NASCAR, Major League Baseball and the National Hockey League. In true “Brooke” form, she sang at the Nashville Rescue Mission and was always available to sing for her church. In fact, it was during one of these performances that she caught the attention of a record producer who was starting an independent label. She is now the flagship artist for the Ohana Music Group. Brooke Morton has a calling in her life, a goal in her heart and the courage and commitment to accomplish what she feels she was born to do. Her ever inspiring performances call anyone within earshot to take notice of this future superstar. A beautiful woman with an enchanting voice, and a presence that fills any room she enters, Brooke Morton is truly the complete package.


Contact Crazy Wolf Entertainment to book Bruce Hudson & the Most Wanted Band
Bruce Hudson & the Most Wanted Band
We pride ourselves for being known as a band that plays "real" country music. The kind of music you can grab your partner, hold em tight and dance the way God intended us to. Good ol' belly rubbin' music. Boot scootin', beer drinking, dancehall music.

If someone asks us to describe our music, we would have to say it's a cross between Bob Wills, Ray Price, Merle Haggard and Johnny Bush with just a splash of modern stuff like Joe Nichols, Brooks & Dunn, George Strait, and a hint of Texas Music. Then we have a little bit of the in between stuff like Jimmy Buffet, the Bellamy Brothers and the Eagles.

Everyone in this band has what it takes to play with the big boys. We're a group of good ol' family and God loving, country boys with a common interest. We all love that good old country music. God and family come first. We work hard during the week and play music when we can to entertain our fans.


West Of Nowhere
This award winning band has been rocking the Dallas/Fort Worth music scene with it’s driving progressive country sound for several years now. Offering charismatic stage shows, dead-on musicianship, and professionalism, they bring together old and new with a genre of country, rock, blues, and swing to party away the night. Their original goal was to create a top country/variety band with an eclectic sound sure to appeal to all audiences. Now the band is looking to move to the next level in their career and is getting extensive International radio play in several countries.

West of Nowhere has toured and performed with recording artists: Toby Keith, Joe Nichols, Scotty Emerick, Rebecca Lynn Howard, Darryl Worley,Gary Stewart, Blue County, Deryl Dodd, Dierks Bentley, Chely Wright, and more! Enlisting the producing talents of Jeff Sturms, currently a member of George Strait’s Ace in the Hole Band, the band’s debut CD is proof positive that the band is ready to evolve to the next level.

West Of Nowhere just recently completed a US tour with Toby Keith's Big Throwdown II 2006.

While the country sound is a staple with these guys, each one brings his own unique talents to the group. Take a look around the website, get acquainted with the band, then click onto the demo songs and hear the strong lead vocals and blending harmonies. Whether playing 200 seat clubs or 20,000 arenas, West Of Nowhere always delivers a top quality show and performance. Check out W. O. N. at one of their scheduled venues and you will agree this band is going places!


Contact Crazy Wolf Entertainment to book Dennis McCurdy and The Lonesome No More Band
Dennis McCurdy and The Lonesome No More Band
If you’ve recently ridden Conneaut Lake’s stern-wheeler, the Barbara J., then you’ve heard Ridin’ the Barbara J. as she leaves her dock. This song, written by Dennis McCurdy and performed by the Lonesome No More Band, illustrates the way these guys take in the world around them and hand it back in song.

The Lonesome No More Band is Dennis McCurdy, Mike Stowe, Mark Muretisch and Hank Sobah, all accomplished singers/ songwriters. Coming from diverse backgrounds, we find common ground and respect for stylistic differences, allowing us to complement one another as we venture out from a base of old timey, bluegrassy, folksy, down home music.

All members of the Lonesome No More Band are independent singers/songwriters. They incorporate what they observe of the world with their life memories and events around them to craft their folk-styled songs. Their music is reminiscent, touching, honest, humorous and reflective of their life experiences.

On one of his birthdays Dennis sipped bourbon whiskey out of an old bottle of Vick's Formula 44 with blues singer Big Jack Johnson. He knew then that he was ready to return to performing live. In a little over a year, with the help of his friends Michael Stowe, Mark Muretisch, and Hank Sobah The band has opened for Phil Lee (who promises to play his version of Highway 61 in Nashville for him some day), and for the Outlaw legend Billy Joe Shaver.

All the other band members, Mike Stowe from North Carolina, Mark Muretisch from Pittsburgh and Hank Sobah from Detroit, have played a variety of styles and instruments, since their early teen years. Mike and Dennis both come from a traditional old-time country background although they spent many of their teen years immersed in the British Invasion and rock music of their time. Mike, guitar and harmony vocals, has been classically trained in voice and spent some time in musical theatre. Mark, a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, comes to the band from a predominantly pop tradition and expands into contemporary Christian music. Hank was a real live Motor City rock and roller/bluesman and classically trained music major before his reformation, when he put away his keyboard and picked up a fiddle to embrace bluegrass.

The Lonesome No More Band has come together blending style, instruments, and voices in this harmony-driven collection. We invite you to take some time and preview some of our selections and consider us for your venue or events.


Roy Carter
I started playing guitar at the age of 9, and never let go of it. By the time I was 15 I had played lead guitar in many rock bands. It was that kind of music that shaped my life. Although 70's rock is what I grew up with, I always had the country music in my ear, Because that is what my Mom and Dad listened to. I never realized that people like, Eddie Arnold, Jim Reeves, Hank Williams, Alan Jackson, and George Strait would be my influences and change my life altogether. Now I sing country music for a living. I am about to finish my 3rd country album. My first album titled "This Time" has 15 songs I have written and recorded. It has a traditional country feel to it. My second album titled " I love it" has also 15 songs that I co-wrote. It took on more of a country rock feel to it. My third album titled "Powerful Stuff" has now 6 completed songs. Some of my songs get radio airplay such as "We need Jesus" , Chickens on the railroad tracks" and " I love it" . feels great to hear them on country radio. I love my job, On my guitar, I can play many interments such as saxophone, fiddle, banjo and many more. by the use of a Rolland GR-1. It's really something to see. On my days off I like to hunt and fish, I have appeared in many magazines with the fish I have caught. I really can't help the fact that I look a lot like Alan Jackson, sometimes it helps, sometimes it hurts, I can't change my looks, just have to live with it. Please check out www.myspace.com/roycarter1 My song "We need Jesus" is a free download there. Hire me for your next birthday, wedding, graduation or just a party in the back yard. My prices are very reasonable! God bless, and thanks for listening, Roy Carter


Wild Bill Cody Band
The Wild Bill Cody Band has been touring the Mid-United States. Entertaining everyone from Local Hometown Hero's to the Veterans before them. With their Origianal Songs and Cover songs from Blues,Western Swing,Country,Southern Rock, and Red Dirt. everyone from one to one hundred can have a great time with these guys.


Lonesome Traveler Bluegrass Band
Bluegrass for the Front Range of Northern Colorado and beyond... The award-winning Lonesome Traveler Bluegrass Band features tight two and three part harmonies and original songwriting from mandolinist Jodi Boyce, guitarist Dustin Scott, and dobroist Ansel Foxley, great fingerstyle guitar from Rick Scott, smooth fiddle from Chad Fisher, and solid dawg-house bass from Evan Neal. LTBB is rooted in the great traditions of bluegrass, but our sound reflects influences from blues, folk, rock and roll, traditional country and Celtic music. LTBB counts among our influences such diverse artists as Gillian Welch, Tim O'Brien, Natalie Merchant, Del McCoury, Led Zeppelin, Bill Monroe, Hot Rize, Red Hot Chili Peppers, John Denver, Dolly Parton and the Nashville Bluegrass Band.

LTBB was came together for Chad's wedding in 2005 and quickly became known in the bluegrass hotbed of the Front Range of Colorado as an up and coming band. LTBB entered the Telluride and RockyGrass Bluegrass Band contests in 2007 - placing 2nd in both contests, a feat never before accomplished by one band in the same calendar year. LTBB also placed 2nd in the 2006 Wickenburg Bluegrass Festival Band contest. Individual awards for the band include 1st place Specialty Duet for Jodi and Dustin at the 2006 Wickenburg Bluegrass Festival, and 1st place Dobro for Ansel at 2007 RockyGrass Festival. LTBB is touring and playing festivals in 2008 in support of the upcoming April 24 release of their second album, "Listen to that Sound". Featuring mostly original songs from LTBB members, "Listen To That Sound" was recorded and produced by Aaron Youngberg and showcases the originality of our lineup and songs. LTBB's first album, the self-titled “Lonesome Traveler Bluegrass Band,” produced by Aaron Youngberg (The Billy Pilgrims, formerly Hit and Run Bluegrass) of Swing Fingers Studio, Ft. Collins, CO. LTBB is also committed to conserving natural resources and recently acquired a veggie oil van for touring. Please visit our website - www.lonesometravelerbluegrass.com to find out more.

LTBB is available for: festivals, private parties, concerts, school and community eduational presentations, all types of events. Please see our epk or website for our current schedule and band information.


Rodeo House Band
"a rockin little country band" !! RodeoHouse was formed in November of 2005 by vocalists Christina Amato and Dave Scott. A seven piece band all complimenting of eachother! Amato and Scott bring dynamic stage presence and fantastic vocal range to the fore, and back each other seamlessly with harmonies that can be considered technically difficult. Scott also plays rhythm guitar for the group. Rodeo House boasts two lead guitar players in Brad Johs and Danny Martin, and they bring a real country sound to the mix. Bass is handled by Dave Robbins. Terry Tuohy holds down the backbeat on drums and also doubles as the groups sound engineer. The bands distinctive sound is generated by the pedal steel playing of Chuck Manchester who has been performing since the 1950s and gives Rodeo House the sound that few bands can achieve. RodeoHouse is currently playing shows around the Bay Area and the Reno-Lake Tahoe Area. The group is very tight and there is an obvious sense of friendship between the members. This is apparent to all who come to see them. RodeoHouse plays primarily contemporary music of the country genre, and brings a nice blend of old time country and western, and bawdy blues together that makes for a great show. This combination is sure to please young and old alike.

Rodeo House - providing the hottest new country, rodeo favorites, and oldies. Rodeo House provides dance music between sets, pro equipment, sound, and pro lighting. Specializing in Corporate Event, Clubs, Receptions, and All Partys!!

Visit www.rodeohouse.com


Contact Crazy Wolf Entertainment to book Branded AZ
Branded AZ
Branded is a five piece high energy country oriented band based in the deserts of Phoenix, Arizona. The band pulls influences from all facets of music, including traditional and contemporary country, rock, southern rock and blues, as well as popular music spanning more than four decades. From George Strait to the Temptations, Branded covers a broad spectrum of popular music.


Contact Crazy Wolf Entertainment to book Jordan Carter
Jordan Carter
Jordan Carter and the real deal band would like to offer their talent to your attention.

North American Country Music Association awards (Jordan Carter) has won 12 awards in 07 and 08 Including male country entertainer and vocalist of the year 07 & 08 Nashville recording artist – songwriter of the year- album of the year Jordan’s high energy on stage brings unexpected surprises to his shows

Jordan has shared the stage with stars like Marty Steward, Confederate Railroad, Jamie O’Neal, Jim Tittle, Legends WC Holland (Johnny Cash’s drummer 40 yrs), Carl Mann, Raymond Anthony

(few of the places they played last year) Rose bud theater (Effingham) TBA 08 Illinois State Fair (booked again for 08) Mississippi State University (booked again for 08) Pardon Johnny Cash Festival (booked again for 08) King City Country Music Festival TBA 08 Parsons World Music Festival (booked again 08) Little Nashville Opry (booked again for 08) Bement Opry (booked again for 08) sold out McLeans Opry (booked again for 08) sold out Boot hill Opry booked 08 Big River Opry Headliner of concerts below Indianapolis – Danville - Brazil, In. - Mt Vernon, Il. – Horse Creek Music Festival

Benefits and charities for Reilly Children Hospital, American Red Cross, St Jude Carl Perkins home for abused children total last year raising over $100M total

Sponsors:

Re Max - Macy’s - Nestle/Purina - State Farm - Budweiser Series Crossroads Hospital - AG Edwards - Pizza Hut - Splash Designs LNJ Distribution - Amoco Transmissions

He’s Locked, Loaded and ready to light up the stage

References and play list available upon request


Contact Crazy Wolf Entertainment to book Cooper Boone
Cooper Boone
Although born in the heartland of America in Minnesota, Cooper has spent the last 15 years living and working between his farm in Pennsylvania and NYC. But you wouldn’t know it listening to him lay down tracks for his new album Midnight Drive. Cooper is living testimony that country is a place in the heart, not a place on the map. So how, among the concrete and noise of the New York City streets, did he find his way to country music?

At a very young age Cooper had a calling but it wasn’t music. He wanted to help people through their darkest hours and found that purpose as a therapist. After receiving his doctorate degree in clinical psychology, he left his home in the heartland and moved to where many would consider the Mecca of psychotherapy – New York City. During his career, he has helped hundreds of families deal with addiction, trauma, obesity and illnesses such as cancer and AIDS well as the aftermath of 9-11. From his work with patients in prisons, city projects, hospitals and clinics, Cooper has seen it all…and those stories live in his music.

“Life in the city is as all-American as what’s going on in the South or the Midwest. We all love; we all hurt; we all have lasting memories of a simpler time. When you come right down to it – the problems and joys we all experience are very much the same”. Which is why, for his follow-up to 2007 debut album Dance in the Wind, he’s drawing from big-city experiences as well as his small-town roots to create a cutting-edge “Concrete Country” sound.

This former Minnesota choirboy hasn’t forgotten his rural roots though. Many of his songs are inspired by his youth whether he’s hitting the back roads in his Ford on the energetic “Midnight Drive,” sketching scenes from his hometown in the nostalgic “Cross Creek” or honoring hometown workers in “Made in America.”

To keep his hands in the dirt and his Ford on the road, Cooper regularly escapes to his farm in Pennsylvania, where he tends to his chickens and works on restoring his barn. Ask him about his environmental mission and he lights up. “Taking responsibility for the planet is really about taking care of our children’s futures,” he says passionately.

Cooper will begin touring again in late 2007 with his Small Change Big Planet Tour, going to one major city per month to spread the word about saving our natural resources while also completing his new album Midnight Drive. Recently, he played to sold-out crowds at The Cutting Room and Crash Mansion in New York City, appeared at the National 4th of July Celebration in Washington, DC; rocked out at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts with Trace Adkins and also performed at the world-famous Wildhorse Saloon for the CMA Music Festival in Nashville as part of ABC television’s Fun in the Sun event.


CommonGround
Bristtol Tennessee's favorite party band!


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