While the debate of what is country and what is not rages on, there is no doubt William Michael Morgan is exactly were he belongs.
Morgan could never be considered a late bloomer. This Mississippi native has actually been performing since he was about seven years old and even got his first guitar at age eight. He moved to Nashville at age 18 and ended up with his publishing deal. Then the following year at age 19 William Michael Morgan got his record deal with Warner Bro. Nashville. Morgan's current chart climber is "I Met A Girl." The sweet lyrics tell a story of when a boy first meets that girl that makes him feel "like the world turned upside down" and it beautifully showcases Morgan's voice. You can watch the official video below:
I initially listened to "I Met A Girl" after a fellow music lover recommended it and William Michael Morgan. It was a perfect preview of the vocal strength and talent of this young artist. On March 18th, Morgan released his self titled debut EP and I quickly discovered the wait for new music was well worth it. Every song tells a story, has substance, and just feels real. The six tracks on the incredible EP are "Vinyl," "Beer Drinker," "I Met A Girl," "Lonesomeville," "Cheap Cologne," and "Backseat Driver." You can download the EP on iTunes, Amazon, and Google play as well as stream it on Spotify. Morgan is breathing a sense of traditional back into country music and I highly recommend giving that debut EP a listen.
Track One ~ Vinyl
My first William Michael Morgan show is April 20th and I can't wait to tell you all about it. You can find future tour dates on his website and while you're there don't forget to sign up for his mailing list. To put this in the words of William Michael Morgan, a career off to such a great start "is an instant classic" for sure.
You can also follow this Grand Ol' Opry performer on Twitter (@wmmorgan), Instagram, and Facebook.
I have seen him. An acoustic radio show, just him and his guitar. WOW!!! Was standing in the meet and greet line and a friend of mine with his own local country band says to me "he's really good Sue!!!" Told him, "I told you so!!!" His reply, "no, you don't get it. He's REALLY good!!! He sounds better live than he does on his recordings!!!" Ya know, he's right. Major talent right there!!! Can't wait to see him again in August when he returns to the area!!!!
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