Jim Carlson hails from the Midwestern city of Wausau, Wisconsin; where he has spent the last two decades as a solo performer (as a acoustic folk/rock singer/songwriter), performed with various bands, produced music festivals and been a stage crew member for touring national acts (both musical and theatrical).
Jim's first solo CD, "Out of Fashion" was released in January 2003, featuring original music in the singer/song writer style. For the next four years, Jim performed constantly, both as a solo artist, leading the Jim Carlson Trio and occasionally as a hard rock/punk guitarist (Doc Holiday, Cool Hand).
In December 2006, after returning from performing in Europe, Jim announced he was taking a break from 'regular performances'. He also formally scrapped the recordings from the "Further Out" recording sessions, declaring the tracks sounded "as though a tired singer/songwriter entered the studio out of obligation rather than passion." After a seven month break from the circut, Jim returned to performing in May 2007.
In Spring 2009, Jim returned to the studio with new songs and a revitalized energy. Although recording has resumed, no release date or working title has been announced.
In addition to performing as a headliner, Jim also plays guitar for the roots rock/rockabilly band Cool Hand.
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All the best!
Christian (Trainlight)
p.s. just posted another song ... In a nut-shell its about that feeling of lonliness we all have - sometimes someone doesn't understand you - actually most of the time... kinda hard especially when you really want them to 'get it' - its called 'let you go';
Who: The Paige Capo What: Introducing the newest model, The Clik When: Summer NAMM 2009 Where: Nashville, Tennessee/Booth 1406 Why: Because you asked for it.
Thanks for the friendship! Beautiful music! Make sure to stop by Wednesdays for open mic night, we would love to have you! See you at IQs! ~ Be Well & Much Love
