Robert J. is an award-winning singer/songwriter/recording artist who has been a mainstay in the Wisconsin music scene for decades.
Whether playing solo or with his band The Moon Gypsies or The Rowdy Prairie Dogs, Robert's music blends the styles which flow along the Mississippi River, from blues to country, folk to rootsy rock and roll. HIs song, "A Million Miles Away" won the Billboard Song Contest and he was awarded a Music Notes Lifetime Achievement award for his songwriting. Over the years, Robert has shared the stage with many well-known artists including The Beach Boys, Taj Mahal, The Subdudes, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Delbert McClinton, LeAnn Rimes, John Eddie, Paul Thorn and many more. His solo show consists of well-crafted original songs and many of the classic tunes we all know. He mixes acoustic guitar (with a looper), harmonica, kick board and soulful vocals to create an authentic sound all his own. The Moon Gypsies, consisting of veteran musicians, Mary Gaines, Chris Wagoner and Mauro Magellan) bring a full blown Bluesy Americana vibe to all their shows, Check out their bio section for more info.
Check out, listen and download songs right here from the song page and help support Robert's music. To Order physical copies, email to robertj@robertj.com with your address and what CDs you'd like. $15 plus $3 shipping. Payment via the links below. https://www.paypal.me/BigWorldRecords
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MAMA CARES 10TH ANNIVERSARY BALL
Mar 7 2025
As a one handed guitar player, I've found a way to stay busy and useful. I've stepped back into the role of Director for MAMA CARES and we're having a Ball to raise funds to help our fellow musicians in their time of need. There's going to be some great music and amazing raffle/auction items. Guitars! Signed Rock Star Vinyl! Show Tix! Pottery and more! Hope you can make it to this event. Here's the story.......
MAMA CARES 10TH ANNIVERSARY BALL
March 30th, 2025 3-8pm. The High Noon Saloon, Madison, WI
I can’t believe that 10 years has passed since my son Jacy’s emergency brain surgery. That was such a difficult time for him and for our family. Looking back, I am filled with overwhelming gratitude for the whole experience. I’m thankful that Jacy has grown to become a wonderful young man with no real complications from his ordeal. We are so fortunate to live in Madison, a city with world class doctors, hospitals and care givers. They saved our son’s life!
And then there was the benefit thrown for my family, organized by the Madison Area Music Association’s founding member, Rick Tvedt and by my fellow Moon Gypsies bandmate, Chris Wagoner. It was estimated that 350 friends filled the High Noon Saloon that day and because of their outpouring of love and support, it became obvious that we needed to pay it forward. And so, MAMA CARES was born.
I’m proud to say that over the 10 years since the inception of MAMA CARES, we have raised and awarded $109,000 to help our fellow musicians and their families in times of medical emergency and family crisis. To celebrate we are holding our MAMA CARES 10th Anniversary Ball, a fundraiser to be held at the High Noon Saloon on Sunday, March 30th, 2025 from 3-8pm.
The event will include raffles, live and silent auctions and musical performances by THE JIMMYS, GIN, CHOCOLATE & BOTTLE ROCKETS and SAM NESS.
We hope you will attend the show! If you are interested in donating an auction item or providing a monetary sponsorship, please reach out to us. Thank you for supporting our fellow musicians and the Madison music scene.For more information, contact - Robert – mamacares@robertj.com (608)556-3388 OR Dana Perry mamaexecutivedirector@gmail.com https://themamas.org/mamacares.php
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Robert J.'s award winning recording with his bluesy, country-rock band, The Rowdy Prairie Dogs!
MAMA awards...
2022 Country/Folk Album of the Year.
2022 Blues Song of the Year - Storm Watcher
2022 Country Song of the Year - 57 Chevy
2021 Country Song of the Year - So I Can Be The Man For You
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To Order a physical copy, please email your order to robertj@robertj.com with your address and what CDs you'd like. $15 each plus $3 shipping.
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