PAUL THORN'S ECLECTIC "NEVER TOO LATE TO CALL" OUT TODAY

Upcoming tour dates added including Atlanta, Chicago, Seattle, and many more

Mississippi’s Paul Thorn has always had one hell of a party trick; his ability to make cohesive, celebrated albums out of every wild idea that hits his mind. And now, Thorn has done it again with Never Too Late To Call. Out today via Thirty Tigers, Never Too Late To Call includes eleven new songs that range from groovy, grateful anthems and a duet with Thorn’s wife about the road bumps of marriage, to moonshine metaphors and James Brown TV appearances. Thorn’s razor wit and personal, humorous touch are on full display on this chill-leaning, wife and daughter-collaborating collection of songs. In a review of Never Too Late To Call, No Depression said, “Even when he brings the family, Thorn still breaks up the joint, gleefully warping minds and amassing converts of all stripes to enlist in his hard-hitting house of worship,” and PopMatters wrote, “​​On Never Too Late to Call, Paul Thorn charmingly delivers a serious message as a Southern gentleman because he gives a damn.” Fans can stream or purchase Never Too Late To Call now at this link, buy a physical copy or new album-centric merchandise here, and check out a full list of Thorn’s tour dates below.

Never Too Late To Call opens with a song called “Two Tears Of Joy,” a slow-burn ode to life that finds Thorn naming all that he’s thankful for without once coming across as cheesy or overly earnest. “It sounds a little corny to say this but I’m a 56-year-old man who has had a really blessed life,” says Thorn about the inspiration behind the tune. “I’m really grateful and thankful for everything I have and for the people I’ve met. ‘Two Tears of Joy’ is another way of simply saying I’m grateful.” A few tracks later, Thorn and his wife Heather singing a duet called “Breaking Up For Good Again.” “If you’re in any kind of long-time relationship you’ll know there will be bumps in the road and sometimes you won’t get along,” says Thorn. The song is beautifully fingerpicked and sung to perfection by the husband and wife duo who’ve been together for long enough to know the song’s ideas well. “We’ve lived this song and had our moments,” they say. Towards the end of Never Too Late To Call listeners are treated to a pair of groovy numbers in “You Mess Around & Get A Buzz” and “Holy Hottie Toddy.” The former a cautionary tale and the latter a call to love everybody inclusively; both feel comfortable—in classic Thorn fashion—but represent the full spectrum of what this new, thoughtfully mature album has to offer.

Thorn’s music has always been a reflection of where he’s been or where he is in his life. On Never Too Late To Call, we find mellower Paul Thorn. The wit and the—at times—humorous commentary on life’s existential questions are in evidence, but here there is a peace about his life’s journey. Or, to put it in his words, “I’ve been such a lucky boy. I’m crying two tears of joy.”

In addition to releasing Never Too Late To Call, Thorn has announced a slew of new tour dates including stops in Chicago, Atlanta, and a release-day show tonight at Daryl’s House in Pawling, NY. A list of upcoming dates can be found below and all scheduled (and rescheduled) dates and ticket information can be found at paulthorn.com/tour.

Catch Paul Thorn On Tour:

Aug. 6 - Pawling, NY - Daryl’s House
Aug. 7 - Philadelphia, PA - City Winery
Aug. 8 - Lancaster, PA - Long’s Park Amphitheater
Aug. 11 - Annapolis, MD - Ram’s Head
Aug. 12 - Alexandria, VA - The Birchmere
Aug. 13 - Union Hall, VA - The Coves Amphitheater
Aug. 14 - Bristol, VA - Birthplace of Country Music Museum
Aug. 15 - Carrboro, NC - Cat’s Cradle
Aug. 25 - Chicago, IL - City Winery
Aug. 26 - St. Louis, MO - Delmar Hall
Aug. 27 - Louisville, KY - Old Forester’s Paristown Hall
Aug. 28 - Goshen, IN - Ignition Music Garage
Aug. 29 - Ann Arbor, MI - The Ark
Sept. 10 - Columbus, OH - Athenaeum Theatre
Sept. 11 - Jasper, IN - Astra Theatre
Sept. 12 - Kent, OH - Kent Stage
Sept. 14 - Boston, MA - City Winery
Sept. 16 - Millville, NJ - Levoy Theatre
Sept. 17 - Richmond, VA - Tin Pan
Sept. 19 - Wilkesboro, NC - MerleFest
Sept. 20 - Greenville, SC - Radio Room
Sept. 23 - Birmingham, Al - Lyric Theatre
Sept. 24 - Atlanta, GA - Variety Playhouse
Sept. 25 - McMinnville, TN - Cumberland Caverns Volcano Room
Oct. 7 - Little Rock, AR - Revolution Music Room
Oct. 9 - Weiner, AR - Arkansas Rice Festival
Oct. 15 - Baton Rouge, LA - Manship Theatre
Oct. 17 - Tomball, TX - Main Street Crossing (solo acoustic)
Oct. 18 - Tomball, TX - Main Street Crossing (solo acoustic)
Oct. 19 - Tomball, TX - Main Street Crossing (solo acoustic)
Oct. 21 - San Antonio, TX - Sam’s Burger Joint
Oct. 22 - Greenville, TX - Texan Theater
Oct. 23 - Oklahoma City, OK - Tower Theatre
Nov. 3 - Sutter Creek, CA - Sutter Creek Theater
Nov. 4- Tuolumne, CA - Black Oak Casino
Nov. 5 - Petaluma, CA - Mystic Theatre
Nov. 6 - Berkeley, CA - Cornerstone
Nov. 7 - Felton, CA - Felton Music Hall
Nov. 9 - Portland, OR - Alberta Rose Theatre
Nov. 10 - Seattle, WA - Triple Door
Nov. 11 - Eugene, OR - Soreng Theater at The Hult Center
Nov. 12 - Grants Pass, OR - Rogue Theatre
Nov. 17 - Morro Bay, CA - The Siren
Dec. 4 - Sparta, NC - Muddy Creek Music Hall
Dec. 5 - Saluda, NC - The Purple Onion

For tickets and more 2022 tour dates, please visit paulthorn.com/tour.

Never Too Late To Call Track Listing:

Two Tears Of Joy
It’s Never Too Late To Call
Sapalo
Breaking Up For Good Again
What I Could Do
Here We Go
Apple Pie Moonshine
Sapphire Dream
You Mess Around & Get A Buzz
Goodbye Is The Last Word
Holy Hottie Toddy

 

PAUL THORN GROOVES ON NEW ALBUM "NEVER TOO LATE TO CALL" OUT AUGUST 6 - SINGLE "HERE WE GO NOW" AVAILABLE NOW

Listen to “Here We Go” and pre-save "Never Too Late To Call" here

For years now, Mississippi-native songwriter, singer, and guitar slinger Paul Thorn has breathed in everything life has thrown his way and exhaled a song, somehow always relatable to anyone who listens. Through a well-documented, quintessentially southern, both sides of the tracks upbringing—he’s the son of a preacher and nephew of a once-pimp, a former professional boxer with a winning record, an accomplished painter, and even a seasoned skydiver—Thorn has honed a reputation as a writer with razor wit and an intensely personal yet gently humorous catalog of songs. The difference with Thorn’s new album "Never Too Late To Call" is the inspiration behind his new songs. In contrast with earlier work that riffed on short-term love affairs—as well as “kissing the right one good-bye”—the writing on Thorn’s latest release features music from a man who is with the “right one” and is happy to be there. Available on August 6th via Thirty Tigers, "Never Too Late To Call" was recorded at Sam Phillips Studio in Memphis and produced and engineered by Grammy-winning wunderkind Matt Ross-Spang. It includes eleven new songs that range from groovy, grateful anthems and a duet with Thorn’s wife about the road bumps of marriage to moonshine metaphors and James Brown TV appearances.

On June 2, fans were treated to the first taste of music from "Never Too Late To Call", “Here We Go.” Thorn’s late sister Deborah—about whom the album’s title track is written—had a twin sister, Charlotte, who she left behind when she died. “Charlotte is a devout Christian and firmly believes that they’ll be reunited in a better place and will never be apart again,” says Thorn. Like most of his songs, this one also has a broader meaning. “Anyone that has someone they love knows it’s a joy and privilege,” he says. “This song is about having somebody.”  

"Never Too Late To Call" opens with a song called “Two Tears Of Joy,” a slow-burn ode to life that finds Thorn naming all that he’s thankful for without once coming across as cheesy or overly earnest. “It sounds a little corny to say this but I’m a 56-year-old man who has had a really blessed life,” says Thorn about the inspiration behind the tune. “I’m really grateful and thankful for everything I have and for the people I’ve met. ‘Two Tears of Joy’ is another way of simply saying I’m grateful.” A few tracks later, Thorn and his wife Heather singing a duet called “Breaking Up For Good Again.” “If you’re in any kind of long-time relationship you’ll know there will be bumps in the road and sometimes you won’t get along,” says Thorn. The song is beautifully fingerpicked and sung to perfection by the husband and wife duo who’ve been together for long enough to know the song’s ideas well. “We’ve lived this song and had our moments,” they say. Towards the end of Never Too Late To Call listeners are treated to a pair of groovy numbers in “You Mess Around & Get A Buzz” and “Holy Hottie Toddy.” The former a cautionary tale and the latter a call to love everybody inclusively; both feel comfortable—in classic Thorn fashion—but represent the full spectrum of what this new, thoughtfully mature album has to offer.

Thorn’s music has always been a reflection of where he’s been or where he is in his life. On "Never Too Late To Call", we find mellower Paul Thorn. The wit and the - at times - humorous commentary on life’s existential questions are in evidence, but here there is a peace about his life’s journey. Or, to put it in his words, “I’ve been such a lucky boy. I’m crying two tears of joy.”

Never Too Late To Call Track Listing:

 

1. Two Tears Of Joy

2. It’s Never Too Late To Call

3. Sapalo

4. Breaking Up For Good Again

5. What I Could Do

6. Here We Go

7. Apple Pie Moonshine

8. Sapphire Dream

9. You Mess Around & Get A Buzz

10. Goodbye Is The Last Word

11. Holy Hottie Toddy

EMMYLOU HARRIS, RODNEY CROWELL, KACEY MUSGRAVES, PAUL THORN AND MORE READY TO SET SAIL FOR A "JOURNEY THROUGH SONG"

Sixthman’s floating Americana Music Festival at Sea filled up in record time, guests can still sign-up for the wait list at Cayamo.com

Atlanta, GA – A true musical paradise, the 10th Edition Cayamo Cruise – A Journey Through Song, brings together 2,200 passionate music lovers with over 20 all-star Americana singer-songwriters for seven days of rare artist collaborations, community and carefree Caribbean fun! Sailing February 19 – 26, 2017 aboard Norwegian Jade from Tampa to Cozumel, Mexico and Roatan, Honduras. The ship is already full but eager guests can still sign up for the wait list!

This year’s Cayamo lineup brings a mix of returning favorites and newcomers, a collection of some of the most influential and thought-provoking artists ever assembled on a music festival at sea. They include country-rock queen Emmylou Harris, Americana visionary Brandi Carlile, a never before seen configuration including all six members of The Wainwright Family, poetic roots chronicler Patty Griffin and English-folk legend Richard Thompson. Also performing are American roots encyclopedia Buddy Miller, master storyteller Rodney Crowell, fiery individualist Steve Earle and mainstream country’s counter-culture pageant girl, Kacey Musgraves.

They’ll be joined by Mississippi-born soul-rocker Paul Thorn, singer-songwriter Shawn Mullins, Americana favorite Jim Lauderdale, Grammy Award winning country artist Lee Ann Womack, fresh-faced blues and gospel shouter Parker Millsap, blood-harmony throwback duo The Secret Sisters, and second-generation Americana path-keeper Amy Helm, while others on the extensive lineup include pop country artist Maren Morris, the blues stylings of North Mississippi Allstars, and Kentucky-bred Pistol Annies member Angaleena Presley.




“We realize how special it is to reach the 10 year milestone and we hope to honor our journey by crystallizing the feel of family that the Cayamo community has fostered over the last decade,” says Sixthman Chairman, Andy Levine. “93% of our guests sailing this year have sailed with us before and they have high expectations. We plan to exceed them on and off the stage.“

Gliding through the gorgeous, blue-green waters of the Caribbean Sea from February 19-26, the 10th Edition Cayamo Cruise will feature more than five performance stages and countless hours of musical storytelling from some of the most gifted interpreters of song in American history, as well as special activities with the artists, meet-and-greets and the chance to witness a famous “Cayamo Moment” – unplanned artistic collaborations that provide truly once-in-a-lifetime memories.

A destination of her own, Norwegian Jade offers guests Norwegian Cruise Line’s signature freedom and flexibility to enjoy numerous onboard bars and lounges, 15 dining experiences, one outdoor pool, hot tubs, and a full menu of spa treatments. Guests can enjoy access to other entertainment on the ship as well, whether it’s a game of soccer or basketball on the sport court, a workout in the fitness center or tempting lady luck with a few hands in the casino, Norwegian Jade has you covered. Cayamo cruisers will make day-long stops in the tropical wonderlands of Cozumel, Mexico, and Roatan, Honduras, where stunning coral reefs, magnificent beaches and ancient ruins await exploration.

Double occupancy staterooms on the 10th Edition Cayamo Cruise begin at $1,445 per person, plus taxes and fees. For more information about joining the waiting list, visit us online at Cayamo.com, or call Sixthman directly at 877-379-9175 between the hours of 10AM EST and 6PM EST.

FOR PAUL THORN, "EVERYTHING'S GONNA BE ALRIGHT"

Paul Thorn is one of the best artists that many people may not have heard of. You won't find him soaking up the media spotlight, you won't see him walking the red carpet at the overabundance of music awards shows and you won't see any over the top headlining arena shows because that's not who Paul Thorn is as an artist and it's not what he's about. Keeping his head low, you're more apt to find him in a dark corner of Broadway in Nashville or a Memphis dive, performing to those who swig back shots at the bar with his signature style, keeping his music simple and meaningful, deep and soul wrenching. His blend of guitar slinging, gritty mix of country and bluesy vocals and blatant musical honesty makes Paul a true stand out in today's music world. You won't see or hear another artist like him and that's the way he likes it. He makes his mark as a stand-alone artist, and as someone who is tired of "conveyer belt" artists, that's something I truly appreciate about Paul.

For Paul, his new single says it all, "Everything's Gonna Be Alright."

Follow Paul on Twitter at @PimpsPreachers and check out his website at www.paulthorn.com.

NEW MUSIC: PAUL THORN'S "WHAT THE HELL IS GOIN' ON" IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD ON ITUNES AND AMAZON. GET YOUR COPY NOW!

The new cd from Paul Thorn, "What the Hell is Goin' On" is now available for download on iTunes and Amazon. Paul Thorn is an AMAZING artist, not really country but he's made a presence in the country music world with his amazing bluesy sound. Trust me, it's good music. Go get your copy now! (Pick up all of his music, it's worth it!)

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PAUL THORN’S NEW ALBUM, WHAT THE HELL IS GOIN’ ON?, SHIPS MAY 8. RELEASE TO BE CELEBRATED WITH LIVE WEBCAST ON STAGEIT.COM

TUPELO, Miss. — Paul Thorn will celebrate his new album What the Hell Is Goin’ On? (Perpetual

Obscurity/Thirty Tigers, May 8) with a live webcast on StageIt.com (performance portal at http://bit.ly/IGYBI8) on Tuesday, May 8 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. During the event, the critically acclaimed singer-songwriter will discuss and play tracks off his new album from Watson’s Icehouse in Tupelo, Miss. All proceeds from the webcast, which allows fans to donate whatever they feel is a fair amount, will be given by Thorn to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in Memphis.

The album release will also be greeted with artist interviews on both NPR’s “All Things Considered” and on SiriusXM’s “The Bob Edwards Show,” with airdates to be announced. Thorn, who recently concluded his “Soul Salvation” tour with Ruthie Foster, will remain on the road continuously into early fall.

Music industry pundit Bob Lefsetz recently raved about the Elvin Bishop-penned title track: “You've got to check this out . . . It’s about the groove, the feel. And this track is so in the pocket it’s like you've just swallowed a jumping bean, you can’t help but get up from your seat and start flailing your limbs like Gumby. To paraphrase our forebear Ahmet Ertegun, this is the kind of cut that you hear on the radio that makes you jump out of bed and go to the all-night record store in your pajamas to buy. You won’t hear this on Top Forty radio. Paul Thorn is never going to be on American Idol, never mind Elvin Bishop, but this is the essence, this is what this wonderful business was built upon. SOUND!!!”




Paul Thorn took an unexpected detour on the road to recording a follow-up to his most successful release, 2010’s Pimps and Preachers. After writing many discs of semi-autobiographical tunes that have drawn comparisons to John Hiatt and John Prine, Thorn — once hailed as the “Mark Twain of Americana” — decided to record an album of covers. “I wanted to take a break from myself,” he reveals, “do something different and just have fun.”

No slouch as a songwriter himself, Paul chose songs from some of America’s greatest: Buddy Miller, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Elvin Bishop, Lindsey Buckingham, Rick Danko & Bobby Charles, Big Al Anderson, Foy Vance, Donnie Fritts and Eli “Paperboy” Reed among them. Delbert McClinton (singing on Wild Bill & Martha Emerson’s “Bull Mountain Bridge”) and Elvin Bishop (singing and playing guitar on his own “What the Hell Is Goin’ On?”) appear as guest performers on the album as well.

The idea for a covers album grew as Thorn encountered tunes that meant something important to him. “I would hear them in the tour van or I’d be at a festival and see someone perform them live,” Thorn says, and  I'd say, ‘That’s a great song, I wish I had written it!’” One thing all the writers have in common, according to Thorn, is that they are true artists. “They don’t just write songs in an effort to become popular or follow trends,” he explains. “At the risk of sounding corny, they write with their hearts. None of these songs are cookie-cutter tunes like you hear on the radio today. They all have real depth, which is very appealing to me.”


Thorn will stay busy on the road, with these dates:

Thurs., May 10 JACKSON, MS Duling Hall
Fri., May 11 BIRMINGHAM, AL WorkPlay Theatre
Sat., May 12 ATLANTA, GA Variety Playhouse
Sun., May 13 NASHVILLE, TN 3rd and Lindsley
Wed., May 16 AUSTIN, TX One World Theatre
Fri., May 18 DALLAS, TX Kessler Theater
Sat., May 19 SAN ANTONIO, TX Sam’s Burger Joint
Fri., May 25 TAMPA, FL Solo acoustic at Skipper’s Smokehouse
Sat., May 26 TAMPA, FL Full band at Skipper’s Smokehouse
Fri., June 1 TUPELO, MS Tupelo Elvis Festival
Sat., June 2 MEMPHIS, TN New Daisy Theatre
Thurs., June 7 CHARLOTTE, NC McGlohon Theater at Spirit Square
Fri., June 8 CARRBORO, NC Cat’s Cradle
Sat., June 9 WINSTON-SALEM, NC Ziggy’s
Sun., June 10 ROANOKE, VA Kirk Avenue Music Hall
Tues., June 12 MARIETTA, OH Adelphia Music Hall at the Gallery
Wed., June 13 ALEXANDRIA, VA The Birchmere
Thurs., June 14 PITTSBURGH, PA Rex Theater
Fri., June 15 JIM THORPE, PA Mauch Chunk Opera House
Sat., June 16 NEW YORK, NY Hill Country Live
Tues., June 19 BUFFALO, NY Sportsmen’s Tavern
Wed., June 20 CLEVELAND, OH Beachland Ballroom
Thurs., June 21 COLUMBUS, OH Woodlands Tavern
Fri., June 22 ANN ARBOR, MI The Ark
Sat., June 23 INDIANAPOLIS, IN Birdy’s
Fri., June 29 LOUISVILLE, KY Jim Porter’s Good Time Emporium
Sun., July 1 BERWYN (CHICAGO), IL FitzGerald’s American Music Festival
Fri., July 13 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO Strings Music Festival
Sat., July 14 SALT LAKE CITY, UT Pat’s Barbecue
Sun., July 15 ALTA, WY Targhee Music Festival
Wed., July 18 BILLINGS, MT Manny’s Sports & Entertainment
Fri., July 20 SANDPOINT, ID Panida Theater
Sat., July 21 MOSCOW, ID Rendezvous in the Park
Thurs., July 26 SEATTLE, WA The Triple Door
Fri., July 27 PORTLAND, OR Mission Theater
Sun., July 29 BEND, OR Summer Sunday
Wed., Aug. 2 SACRAMENTO, CA Harlow’s
Fri., Aug. 3 SANTA CRUZ, CA Rio Theatre
Sat.-Sun., Aug. 4-5 NICASIO, CA Rancho Nicasio
Wed., Aug. 8 SANTA YNEZ, CA Tales From the Tavern at the Maverick Saloon
Thurs., Aug. 9 SOLANA BEACH, CA Belly Up
Fri., Aug. 10 LOS ANGELES, CA The Mint
Fri., Aug. 17 MILLVILLE, NY Levoy Theatre
Sat.-Sun., Sept. 8-9 REMUS, MI Wheatland Music Festival
Sat., Sept. 29 SARASOTA, FL Sarasota Blues Festival
Fri., Oct. 5 HELENA, AR King Biscuit Blues Festival

EVENT (ONLINE): TUESDAY, MAY 8 AT 8PM EDT - PAUL THORN "WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON" CD RELEASE PARTY ON STAGE IT

PAUL THORN

THE "WHAT THE HELL IS GOIN' ON?" CD RELEASE SHOW ON STAGE IT

MAY 8, 8:00 PM EDT

30 MIN SHOW

PAY WHAT YOU CAN

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Tune in for a very special Paul Thorn CD Release show! Paul will talk about and play tracks from his new album "What The Hell Is Goin' On?" on release day!

Paul Thorn took an unexpected detour on the road to recording a follow-up to his most successful release, 2010's Pimps and Preachers. After writing many discs of semi-autobiographical tunes that have drawn comparisons to John Hiatt and John Prine, the critically acclaimed singer/songwriter - hailed as the "Mark Twain of Americana" - decided to do an album of covers. "I wanted to take a break from myself
," he reveals, "do something different, and just have fun."

The collection, entitled What The Hell Is Goin' On? (due May 8th on Perpetual Obscurity/Thirty Tigers) finds Thorn putting his own gritty rock stamp on some of his favorite songs. There are some names familiar to Americana fans (Buddy Miller, Ray Wylie Hubbard), some lesser-known (Foy Vance, Wild Bill Emerson) and some surprises. The Buckingham/Nicks tune Don't Let Me Down Again originated on that duo's debut, not during the Fleetwood Mac era, while the Paul Rogers/Free song that Thorn chose to cover is an obscure one, Walk In My Shadow.

The idea for a covers album grew as Thorn encountered tunes that meant something important to him. "I would hear them in the tour van or I'd be at a festival and see someone perform them live," Thorn says, "and I'd say 'That's a great song, I wish I had written it!'" One thing all the writers of these songs have in common, according to Thorn, is that they are true artists. "They don't just write songs in an effort to become popular or follow trends," he explains. "At the risk of sounding corny, they write with their hearts. None of these songs are cookie-cutter tunes like you hear on the radio today. They all have real depth, which is very appealing to me."