Hi Friends! Here is a very quick post about an artist that I have been a fan of since 2003 or so. I consider myself an ambassador of his fan club; spreading the love of his music, and asking folks to just ‘trust me, you’re going to love it’ as I drag friends to his shows. And here we are again, anxiously awaiting his next tour. . .that’s right folks, you “better call Tyrone” cause he’s making the rounds again on his “Cover to Cover” Tour and coming out with an album this Friday!

The best way I can explain my love of Tyrone Wells is that his music is like comfort food. If I’m having a bad day, a good Tyrone Wells song is like that friend who knows just how to cheer you up or that meal that only your mom or grandma know how to make just right that snaps you out of your funk and brings you into the present. And yea, he ranges from having silly, fun songs that make you laugh to seriously moving songs like “More” (remember I’m a total sucker for strong vocals and crescendos). He’s also amazing at covers – putting his spin on great songs. And his mash-ups are notorious amongst my circle of friends who are fellow Tyrone fans. (I’ll stop here, because otherwise I’ll go down a never-ending rabbit hole of all the songs I love, but just trust me – he’s awesome.)

I’m going to add this too – he’s legitimately a really nice guy. I’ve met him several times (a perk of getting to first know him at small shows at Grand Canyon University and even at McClain’s (and his Live at McClain’s album is in my top ten albums….that’s coming with me to a deserted island, just saying)). One time, while in DC, I tried to convince him to have a free concert in front of good ol’ Abe. . .I think he thought I was crazy, but was never the less very gracious. And beyond some of the personal interactions I’ve had with him, you can just tell from his show that he’s a normal guy, who loves to perform, loves to make the audience laugh, and wants folks to leave his show feeling uplifted.

So here’s the deal. He’s going to be in Phoenix on October 21st. And he’s doing a lot of covers apparently, which is awesome. But hey Tyrone, if you’re reading this, throw me some love by doing my personal favorite “Wondering Where You Are”.

I’m buying my tickets now, and I’m even considering the VIP package to get some extra Tyrone time. The Crescent Ballroom is awesome. Come get a Sonoran hot dog or tacos before the show! And if you’re not in the Phoenix area – check the schedule. Folks in DC, you know I love me some Jammin’ Java. Get on it quick though, cause I think he’s there this week!

And Tony Lucca, I see you boo. Ready to sing along to some “pretty things” with you too.