Jim Byrne is a Scottish Singer/Songwriter who was signed to his first record deal with Fox Star Records, at the age of 59.  He has been playing, writing and performing though since he was 13 years old and although his most recent effort is situated somewhere in  the land of country and folk, we learn of his punk rock past.  Jim shares about past moments when the light was shining on him as he was courted by record companies, and his penchant for DIY music, recording, marketing and booking tours. In short, it is quite evident  that Jim is totally steeped in music and we're so so happy that he spend some time with us talking about his musical string grabbing and kite flying. 

Review for his EP, 4 Country and Folk Songs by Jim Byrne
“…it feels like his soul is communicating directly with your soul. Duglas T Stewart (BMX Bandits)

“…dives headlong into Americana territory. Magic.” Dave Acari – Touring musician & songwriter

“a great songwriter. reminds you of the greats like Johnny Cash, Leonard Cohen.” Michaela Foster Marsh, Singer & musician, finalist of Scotswoman of the Year

“an undeniably ‘classic’ sound.. same time somehow sounding like a fresh take.” Jamie Flett, folk/folk rock musician, singer songwriter

Jim's website:  https://www.songsbyjimbyrne.com
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Kites and String's is produced and edited by Steve Ploum at Turning Stones Counseling, Inc.
Our theme music is by Harrison Amer, and all other original music in this episode are written and performed by Jim Byrne