I really enjoy hanging out at Cellar 19 each year.  Jon’s wine bar is a hidden jewel tucked in the rolling fields of Council Bluffs.  As always, it was a treat to see old friends that have been coming to shows for more than a decade, and it’s a true pleasure to return to the […]

  I almost missed visiting with Steve King today.  I was stuck in the traffic that his staff was reporting on.  Fortunately, I made it with 2 minutes to spare.  I enjoyed returning to perform on Steve’s show.  I’ll be posting a link to the mp3 of the segment as soon as it is available.

On the way from Manhattan to Lincoln, I stopped in at Amigo’s in Beatrice, NE, my once a year location for the infamous “Cheesy Burrito.”  I order this cheesy mess of goodness wrapped up in a flour tortilla, and cover it with their signature spicy cheese sauce.  Although they refuse to share the recipe, I’m

There is a certain amount of pride I feel when I have the opportunity to perform for those who have served our country.  Sacrificing time, energy, and in many cases their lives, our armed forces put so many things on the line each day to protect our country.  It is very satisfying to play at

Steve and I drove back to Cobden for more Shawnee Wine Trail fun today.  The weather wasn’t quite as amazing, but the rain held off until we finished playing.  This was our first time visiting Rustle Hill, and what a sight it was.  The grounds were spacious with a large amphitheater, small pond, and plenty

I thoroughly enjoyed my drive to Southern Illinois.  After arriving and unwinding on Friday night, Steve and I wound through the rolling hills of Shawnee amid dense fruit trees and grape vines.  The weather was perfect Saturday afternoon and we played in the new Gazebo at Inheritance Valley.  It is truly a unique experience to