John Craigie has been on a roll lately, touring endlessly and quietly releasing new music around every corner it seems. Seven albums released in just as many years (all on his own record label), with the latest being put out there today – Opening For Steinbeck (Live). Start with the songs, but make sure to stay for the stories…

Pickathon is happy to host John as part of the 20th annual Pickathon, making his debut and performing on Saturday August 4 and Sunday August 5.

As the bio says…

If John Prine and Mitch Hedberg had a baby, the resulting product would resemble something very close to Portland, OR singer-songwriter John Craigie. Musically comparable to Prine, with the humor and wit of Hedberg, the humble, gracious, and hilarious Craigie is one of the best storytellers of our time. It’s no wonder that Chuck Norris sends him fan mail, and Todd Snider brings him gifts on stage.

Intrigued?