Full disclosure. Paul Thorn was not on the list for Folk Alliance, but he was down the road apiece, as his home is in Tupelo, though his website says Sulligent, Alabama. He has been in the studio recording a new album with his stellar band. He and I have know each other for the past 13 years, since his A&M CD, Hammer and Nail came out in 1997. BTW, Paul just got the rights back to the album, so he can sell it again and you will find that on his website. Hallelujah!

Last month The Paul Thorn Band brought the house down headlining at the Luckenbach Blues Festival. Always so good to see them. And always a treat to see Paul. He was a sight for sore eyes first thing this morning. Amazing, but he just keeps getting better; honing his craft, and delivering with that husky, emotive voice. He played three tunes for us, and this is one from his forthcoming CD Pimps And Preachers. It will make you cry. If you have a Mom, play it for her. Or your Dad. Or your kids. "That's Life."

-Jessie