A perfect blend of Alt Contemporary & Classic Country, a dash of Southern Roots Rock, a big swig of Texas Swing and just the right amount of showmanship.

Influences

Life & everything in it.

Bio

Singer-songwriter Rick Monroe possesses the ability to take life experiences that we all share and create songs that speak to his listeners. Monroe connects with his audiences and leaves them wanting more whether it is in an intimate setting with his acoustic guitar or a festival with his band halfway around the world.

Rick Monroe truly embodies the singer-songwriter tradition. Having recorded and released two previous albums on his own independent label, as well as extensive worldwide touring, these new songs reflect years of experience and growth that is usually found in only the most seasoned of artists.

Rick Monroe's first album, "Legend's Diner", released on his label Divorce Records, featured many notable players on it such as Keith Howland (Chicago), Lance Morrison (Don Henley, Alanis Morisette, Rod Stewart) and Matt Laug (Alanis Morisette, Snake Pit, Coors) and ended up charting two singles from that album on the Gavin AC chart. His second album, "Shame", also featured prominent musicians including members of the legendary Texas Tornadoes blending roots rock, country and Texas soul. That album also produced another single ("Can I Call You Home") that reached #19 on the Gavin AC chart. To date, the two independent records released by Rick have sold over 30,000 units.

Monroe has an extensive touring history both domestically and internationally with an impressive list of countries performed in. He has played: Russia, Bosnia, Kosovo Macedonia, Hungry, Hondura