"There is a type of singer-songwriter who specializes in odes to the dark urban underbelly of America. It has its roots in the cross-fertilization between the beats and the folkies dating back to the 1950s, when poets hung with hoboes in trainyards and dropouts hitchhiked lonesome two-lanes.
"Cocaine" by Dave Van Ronk and Bob Dylan's cover of Blind Lemon Jefferson's "See That My Grave I Kept Clean" established the prototype. Tim Hardin, Lou Reed and Tom Waits kept the thread going as the sixties became the seventies.
Frank Morey has been handed the torch and is handling it well." -B.Quick Indie-Music.com
Singer-songwriter Frank Morey has never been accused of having a sweet, pretty, angelic sort of voice. The Lowell, MA, native is known for a rough, rugged, throaty style of singing, and his voice is perfect for his very earthy, blues-minded folk-rock. Morey's expressive vocals are as gritty as they are soulful.
The New Englander, who plays acoustic guitar and harmonica, brings a variety of influences to the table. He has often been compared to early Tom Waits, and his other influences range from Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen to the late Chicago blues giant Howlin' Wolf. In the northeast part of the United States, Morey has tended to fare well among fans of anti-folk. Morey isn't anti-folk per se - he has a more classic type of sound - but like the anti-folk crowd, he likes his folk-rock with a tough hard edge and a lot of guts.
Morey, whose live performances typically include both covers and original material, has been playing the Massachusetts club scene since the 90's. His first album, Father John's Medicine, was released on the Indigo Hamlet label in 2000 and was followed by the sophomore album, Cold in Hand. In 2002, Morey signed with veteran producer Bob Koester's Chicago-based Delmark label and recorded his third album, the Delmark Sessions. - Alex Henderson, All Music Guide
Hey Frank, Just wanted to drop a line and say thank you for your kindness. You will never be forgotten by us.Sing a song for Shauna next Saturday in New York. I'm sure her spirit will be there. You will be forever in our thoughts and prayers. Wish we could have made it out there to see you. But God had different plans for her. Thank you again. From your unknown friends from Cajun Land. Kat
Hey frank, whats up? I went to your show in bridgton,ME at the big kahuna. It was awsome, I can't wait to see you again when you come back to maine. Maybe you can bring the band with you next time.
Hi!!! Saw you at the Big Kahuna on Saturday! We all thought you were great! I have some pictures and videos from it on my page if you want to check them out! When are you coming to Maine next? Look forward to seeing you perform again and love Made in the USA!!!
4pm... Fenway? You mean the the Fens? You're playing out among the reeds by the bath house? Weird...
or are you the background music for infield and fungos that day?
Weird...
Looks like I'll be at the game Wednesday... you gonna be on Yawkey Way or under the Bleachers... let me know... I'll toss a pack of Pall Mall into the hat...
Mr. Morey, just to let you know....when our monkey gets fussy, I put on your discs and he mellows right out. Also...when he hears Uncle Lefty's Lament he jumps up and down and shakes his head....(I guess it's his version of dancing). Must have been all those Wednesday Nights in Worcester Massachusetts!! XXOO
Frank, I miss you and Scott so much. I listen to your CDs every Wednesday night, just to feel like I'm there with you, serving Scott his sangria and you, your coke.
I saw a tick on a couch today and figured that I should warn you. They are back and asking about you. Don't worry, I told them that you were away disorganizing organs. That should buy you some time. Now run.
Frank and band...came out to see you guys last Thur at The Times. Hope the suits and Free Bird requests don't scare you away from keeping this venue a regular.
Gonna bring another fan of the blues to your show on Sunday.
Mr. Morey - the Brits LOVE your disc... you now have some new fans in the UK!!!! Thanks so much. It was great seeing you guys.I heard that Andrew was with you in Manchester. Hope you guys are doing well...see you soon. XXOO
Hi Frank, came by here to listen to your live cover of Leonard Cohen's "Tower of Love" again. Brilliant stuff as everything else you touch. All the best from Portugal. Cheers
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