James McMurtry is an American rock and folk rock/americana singer, songwriter, guitarist, bandleader, and occasional actor. He performs with veteran bandmates Daren Hess, Cornbread and Tim Holt. His father, novelist Larry McMurtry, gave him his first guitar at age seven.
In James McMurtry’s new effort, The
Horses and the Hounds, the acclaimed songwriter backs personal
narratives with effortless elegance (“Canola Fields”)
and endless energy (“If It Don’t Bleed”). This first
collection in seven years, out August 20, 2021 on New West Records,
spotlights a seasoned tunesmith in peak form as he
turns toward reflection (“Vaquero”) and revelation ( closer “Blackberry
Winter”). Familiar foundations guide the journey. To learn more, visit Bio (jamesmcmurtry.com).
BettySoo, an americana, folk, rock, songwriter artist from Austin will be opening for McMurtry. Her singing has been heard on Riverdale and Girl Boss, and her songs formed the musical backbone to Christine Hoang's 2017 play, a Girl Named Sue.