James McMurtry is an artist from Texas who grew up in Virginia although he seems Texas through and through. He's the son of Pulitzer-Prize winning author, Larry McMurtry, and it shows in his lyrics.
If you like songs that contain characters and stories, McMurtry is for you. And this album is a great introduction into his work. Songs like "Painting By Numbers", "Terry", "I'm Not From Here", and the title track are great tracks that transcend from a singer-songwriter record to a full blown rock and roll record with the help of a solid band.
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Shine" by Princeton singer-songwriter Helen O'Shea. The song from Helen's latest album, "“Songs in the Key O," features E Street Band backing vocalist Michelle Moore.
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Punch Brothers at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on May 14, 2026.
(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey proudly presents The Sound Studio Series, an immersive musical experience that places concertgoers at the very heart of the performance. Held in STNJ's intimate Studio space, limited to just 80 attendees, The Sound Studio Series features a dynamic mix of both classical and rock performances. Each concert concludes with an exclusive post-show meet-and-greet with the artists, offering fans a rare opportunity to connect directly with the performers. Tickets for the series are $20-$30.
