I'm a native Texan, performing as a solo artist and with the bands "Whiskey Dream" & "Cactus Rose" throughout Texas beginning in the mid 1970's, and writing / recording jingles for local businesses. Currently an independent artist, most recent CD released: "Shadow of the Mountain". In addition to composing original songs, I love to perform traditional American / Irish / Celtic songs. Influences and favorites include Stephen Foster, Kate Wolf, Stephen Fromholz, Connie Dover, Kate & Anna McGarrigle, Aimee Mann.