Jim Halfpenny

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Dandelion

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Released: Jan 1, 2010

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Dandelion
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Echoes
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Blue Sun
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That's You Leavin'
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The Roadway
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General Info

Genre: Americana / Folk Rock / Pop
Location AUSTIN, Texas, Un
Profile Views: 15215
Last Login: 3/12/2012
Member Since 10/17/2006
Website www.jimhalfpennyband.com
Record Label Self Produced/Distributed/Indie
Type of Label Unsigned
Bio
Singer/Songwriter. Born and raised in a small, rural Southern California farming community. Moved to Los Angeles. Played the game. Moved to Austin. Now plays music. .. .... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .......... ...... .......... .... ............ .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..
Members
..Jim Halfpenny ..- Vocals/Guitar/Harmonica.. ..Brandon Storms.. - Drums/Vocals.... Alex Sefchick.. - Bass....Hunter Dryden..-Guitars/Vocals
Influences
Once upon a time...by everything and everyone. An abridged list of musical influences would include, Dylan, Peter Gabriel, The Byrds, Glen Phillips, Simon and Garfunkel, Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Steve Earle, Donald Fagan, Mark Knopfler, Lindsey Buckingham, Chris Isaak, Alice Cooper, Steve Stills, David Gilmour, Randy Newman, Todd Rundgren, Brian Wilson, John Prine, Roland Orzabal, Chris Whitley, Midge Ure, Lowell George, Ricky Nelson, Hank Williams, The Band, The Grateful Dead and Be Bop Deluxe.
Sounds Like
"Halfpenny writes deep thought provoking lyrics...one of the better singer/songwriter albums to come my way" - Maria Mesa, Austin Daze Magazine.."This album recently landed at Maverick Towers and made such an impression we thought you all ought to know about it. The word pictures [Halfpenny] paints...all make a big impact. Yeah—highly recommended." - Laura Bethell, Maverick Magazine, Kent, England, December '09 Issue.."First things first, LISTEN to this CD! Jim Halfpenny writes from the heart." - Bryan Beck, KGSR Radio.."Halfpenny clearly stands his own ground and creates a sound that is sure to pull you in close and and keep you listening for the long haul. Jim Halfpenny has accomplished what many have attempted with a debut album that is truly unforgettable. If you haven't heard this artist, let alone the album, be sure give him a listen and I promise you wont be disappointed." - Zak McKinney, AustinTXLive.com, November '09.."First Things First is filled with sturdy roots rock with treks to Dave Matthews space jazz" - Jim Caligiuri, The Austin Chronicle... .... .. ............TRUTH TRUST & OTHER GHOSTS..JIM's NEWEST CD - Released 7-30-10.. .. .......... .. JIM'S DEBUT CD....FIRST THINGS FIRST.. ....All Jim's music available online at:..CDBABY.. iTunes..AMAZON..Rhapsody.. And in Austin at:.. WATERLOO RECORDS..END OF AN EAR..ANTONES RECORD SHOP.. JIM HALFPENNY BAND WEBSITE.. www.jimhalfpennyband.com.. ...... ..Book me for a concert in your home!..(Click on link above) .... ..........View Jim Halfpenny's EPK.. .. TWITTER..www.twitter.com/jim_halfpenny.. AUTHORIZED RADIO STATIONS..may download broadcast quality tracks from First Things First at: RADIO SUBMIT..www.radiosubmit.com/rs/bands/546.. .... .. .. .. .. .. .................... .. .... .. .. .. .. .. .................... .. ..............