TJR
TJR
The Blues Fans dig him
The Rock Fans are down with him
The Americana and Country crowd are loving him too
In a world of pre-manufactured acts, TJR offers a new alternative. One based in the foundation of its roots but with its eye to the future.
A best artist nominee in the OC Music Awards, TJR mixes a passion for roots and rock music to create his own blend of music that some have labeled as "Neo Classic Rock / Alternative Blues / and Rock Americana”.
His 3 CDs have received international airplay and strong reviews for both his songwriting and his virtuoso guitar playing and he recently concluded his first tour of Europe.
Alongside recording and releasing his own songs, TJR continues to do studio work with other artists. He has worked with major label artists like Neil Young, and acclaimed singer songwriters like Michael Ubaldini.
His live shows are a must see....The Vegas Weekly says "TJR Cooks like a Texas barbecue in the middle of July"! Live magazine called TJR. "The new Reverend of Rock’n’Roll"!
His latest CD has received notices for satirical songs like "Peace Love And Don't Trust MTV" and his mournful remake of the Outkast song "Hey Ya".
In his latest single "American Idol" (Available for free via the artists myspace page) TJR sings a little known truth about one of America's favorite shows.
TJR, as a solo player or with a full band, mixes passion for roots music with a modern instinct and a Rockin’ attitude.
From school age kids to Baby Boomers TJR brdges the generation gap with ease, by appealling to fans of all styles of music with creative remakes and dynamic original songs.
TJR: Bringing Rock'n'Roll back to the people
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Accolades and other acheivments
OC Music Awards: Best Roots Artist Nominee
Sponsorship with Taylor Guitars
ASCAP + Award Winner
Songs placed in two indie features
Live performance on the Gary Garver Show
Opened or worked with: Neil Young, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Walter Trout, Michael Ubaldini, Dan Hicks and the Hotlicks, Big Sandy and his Fly Rite Boys, Wild Child, The Nelson Brothers
Voting member of the Grammy Awards
Completed first European tour in Fall of 2007
TJR was chosen as one of the artists to perform at the Southern CA. leg of Tourbaby: The first all indie artist music tour.
Released an additional digital album of all piano instrumentals.
TJR has worked in association with Project Rytmo helping at risk and adjudicated youth find careers through music and music technology.
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ORANGE COUNTY MUSIC AWARDS (Best Roots Artist) NOMINEE!
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VOTING MEMBER OF THE RECORDING ACADEMY
