Renowned singer-songwriter Tom Ghent will perform at the UU Coffee House on Saturday 5/18. Tom's songs have been recorded by Kris Kristofferson, Gene Watson, Bobby Bare, Mama Cass, Bobby Goldsboro, Michael Settle, Rita Coolidge, Charlie Louvin, and dozens of others.
His classic, "Whiskey Whiskey" is considered a standard, and has been cut by a long list of performers in a variety of styles.
He's played lead guitar for Mickey Newbury, appeared as a background vocalist on Joan Baez' "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down" and Steve Goodman's "City Of New Orleans," and his expertise in the studio is well known and respected among his industry peers. . Tom also sang the title song on the soundtrack album for the Mick Jagger movie "Ned Kelly", a soundtrack which also featured Kris Kristofferson, Waylon Jennings, and Jagger himself.
There is a five dollar suggested donation.
Held at the Meetinghouse at 21 Fairground Road, Springfield. Doors open at 6:30, music starts at 7 pm. This is a family-friendly evening of music and fun. You will be able to purchase delicious snacks and beverages.
Note: this will be the last UU Coffee House until fall.
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