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Jefferson Fox

About Me

Jefferson Fox writes with deep insight about the dilemmas, disappointments and delights that inform the human condition. Listeners find in his music an awareness and understanding of those moments in life that find us with our defenses down or leave us confused.A child in a military family, Jefferson’s frequent moves exposed him to a variety of musical influences, which he eagerly absorbed and from which he would draw as he developed his unique musical style. In the late 1980’s, Jefferson replaced his acoustic guitar – a gift to him at the age of 5 – with his first electric. A move to Georgia and exposure to the music scene in Savanna encouraged the rocker in Jefferson. He began performing with Don’t Mind Me, Exit and Lunar Halo, playing mostly covers but featuring some of his original work.Jefferson’s desire to focus on original music resulted in the release of his first solo project, “Buried”, a dark self reflective album, in 1992. Jefferson’s original compositions were the driving force behind his new band, Drench, which toured throughout the Midwest and along the East Coast. Drench released “This” and “Wahoo” in 1995. Two years later, Jefferson formed All that Matters and continued his extensive touring.With the birth of his first child, Jefferson toured less frequently, preferring instead to write more and eventually return to his acoustic roots. The result of this new focus was the release of “Homecoming” (2005), “Wait for Words” (2007) and most recently “Animule” (2008), an eclectic collection produced by Eric Weaver (Maroon 5, Ziggy Marley, Afghan Whigs, Mark Lanagan, etc.) featuring an “all star” cast of musicians.The selections on Animule provide a compelling capsulization of Jefferson’s musical career. One will hear hints of an indie rocker with the soul of a balladeer in genre defying songs, all of which vividly portray what it is to be human.Antje Performs Pearls on Maine's 207 WCSH6.com
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Member Since: 5/21/2008
Band Website: www.jeffersonmfox.com
Band Members: Me (Jefferson Fox) and some people I love. Eric Weaver for instance, Joe Ayoub, Joshua Blanchard, Jocelyn Kay Lee...that one dude with the piano, Scott GilmanMasthead Banner Made with MyBannerMaker.com! Click here to make your own!


Influences: Antje Duvekot, Glen Phillips, Tom Waits, City of Lindas, The Police, Talking Heads, Led Zeppelin, The Eurythmics, Devo, Peter Gabriel, Nirvana, Leo Kottke, Dave Matthews Band, John Mayer (once upon a time), Camper Van Beethoven, Monks of Doom, Victor Krummenacher, Greg Lisher, Cracker, Phish, Mike Gordon, Superhorse, GAM, Rhyhouse, Cranberries, Natalie Merchant, 10,000 Maniacs, R.E.M., Barenaked Ladies, Sugar, Mike Rennick Band, Hem, Erin McKeown, Kaki King, B.B. King, U.2., Jack Johnson, Eric Johnson, Robert Johnson, (most Johnson's), Mose Vincent, Tori Amos, Bela Fleck, Victor Wooten, Jimi Hendrix, Neil Young, Jalan Crossland!!, Willie Nelson, Dwight Yoakam, Radiohead, Howlin' Wolf, The Pixies, Matt Costa, Ocean Blue, The Cure, The Smiths, Acme Blues, The Reverend Horton Heat, Jellyfish, Ray Charles, The Beatles, etc etc
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Sounds Like: Rock n Roll with wine
Record Label: Outright Records
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Photos

Everybody is asking so I thought I'd just tell all that the photographer behind these new promo shots is Sharon Fox, my wife.  :)We don't like to mix our work but honestly it's easier to work with her...
Posted by on Thu, 23 Apr 2009 07:21:00 GMT

What's a House Concert

When I took off from Wyoming I discovered the joys of  the 'House Concert'.  What is it?  Just that.  A concert in a house.  There's a very large circuit of people who have established their own homes...
Posted by on Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:24:00 GMT

The new record

Just gonna catch some folks up.  The new record is well underway.  We have several tracks down and are now deciding what stays and what goes within them.  Lots of "what do you thinks" at this point.  ...
Posted by on Fri, 13 Mar 2009 01:36:00 GMT

Strange new world

I recently dove off a proverbial cliff into the music business as my sole source of income.  That's what everybody wants if they're in it for any amount of time and I'm no different.  Always wished I ...
Posted by on Wed, 25 Feb 2009 21:44:00 GMT

Lucy Wainright Roche

I just thought I'd let you guys know that I got to share the stage tonight with Lucy Wainright Roche.  Look her up!  Amazing artist with a family full of musical influence and a ton of talent.  It was...
Posted by on Sun, 22 Feb 2009 21:01:00 GMT

music

Damn I love music.and you.jf
Posted by on Sat, 21 Feb 2009 22:27:00 GMT

Venice Cafe

Just thought I'd let everyone know that if you're in St. Louis I found a place you MUST check out.  Venice Cafe about a block from the big Anheuser Busch building is one of THE COOLEST joints I've eve...
Posted by on Tue, 17 Feb 2009 14:15:00 GMT

Hardy House Concert

Hey. Just getting going after three busy weeks. It all started with a trip to L.A. to record, then four shows in a row that finished up right here at home in Jackson, Mo. at Hardy House Concerts. I...
Posted by on Sun, 15 Feb 2009 09:52:00 GMT

Nashville

I'm going to comment about Nashville and it's not all rainbows and tractors so I hope I don't offend anyone.  I think perhaps my opinion is jaded because this time around I flew in from ten days in L....
Posted by on Wed, 11 Feb 2009 13:06:00 GMT

The record and management

Just playing answer the questions today. The reason I rarely blog anymore is I've gotten VERY busy trying to get my musical career kicked up a notch. National press releases, more booking, a new rec...
Posted by on Thu, 05 Feb 2009 10:37:00 GMT