Jeff Black

Jeff Black has long been recognized as an impactful songwriter, and in Nashville, a town where co-writing is the norm, Black writes alone. The words and music to his rough and tumble songs read like a delicate and personal journal from a well-traveled soul. His songs have been covered by artists from all different genres of music, from the legendary Waylon Jennings, to other artists such as the acoustic/bluegrass virtuoso Sam Bush and Canadian pop/country songstress Lisa Brokop to name a few. The country band Blackhawk took their version of Black’s anthem for individuality ,"That's Just About Right" all the way to #1. His music has been featured on the silver screen as well. Cajun/Zydeco artist Jo-El Sonnier recorded "Never Did Say Goodbye" for the Paramount feature film and soundtrack "The Thing Called Love" starring the late River Phoenix. Although, most known for his writing, Black has always considered himself a performer first and foremost. The gifted multi-instrumentalist says he is most gratified by the creative exchange that takes place when he plays in front of a live audience. Not surprisingly, as it is when one does what one truly loves to do, it was his passion for performing that unearthed an equal passion to write, and to write songs that make a lasting contribution. "I started playing my songs around my hometown and after awhile, more and more people started showing up. They were really listening, so I figured I had better have something to say," Black explains.