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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Plans Have a Way of Changing - Thumb Surgery!
Jan 31 2025
I was planning to head south for January and February, to look up some old friends and maybe find some new warmer places to play. But, an opportunity to repair my thumb has changed all that. Two weeks ago, I had surgery on my left hand to deal with my arthritic bone on bone thumb and carpal tunnel issues. The procedure is called a Mini Tight Rope CMC fixation, where they took out the bone at the base of my thumb and wired the next bone up to the other side of my index finger. Recovery is going as expected, pain is getting better but definitely not much fun. Movement is slow and recovery will take time. I'm told it's a couple months at least. I was hoping to play my gigs in mid March, but I'm told I may have to cancel those shows. My thanks and appreciation to all my medical care givers at SSM Health and to my friends who've helped me get by. Rehab is slow but I'm hopeful that I'll be playing out later this spring. I look forward to seeing y'all, Hanging Out In Barland!
Barland
2021
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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