Jim Parker's Songwriter Showcase

Friday, May 1, 2009

Von Braun Center Playhouse

Huntsville, Alabama

See Some of the Country's Best Songwriters, Ask Questions, Find Out What Inspires These Songwriters, and Enjoy a Night of Laughter and Great music

Jim Parker


"Chicken Truck" Recorded by John Anderson
"I've Got a Feelin" Recorded by John Anderson





Claire Lynch
Bluegrass musician, singer and songwriter, being recognized as a creative influence in bluegrass music since her early days with Front Porch

"Hills of Alabam" Recorded by Kathy Mattea
"Some Morning Soon" Recorded by Patty Loveless






Jim Hurst
Guitarist-vocalist and multi-instrumentalist playing bluegrass, country, rock and blues

"Guidology"
"Steven's Deep Coal Mines"


Janet McLaughlin

"Walk on Water" Recorded by Loretta Lynn
"My All American Boy", was featured during the 2008 USDAA Cynosport World Games






Opening Act

Bill DiLuigi is a Nashville Songwriter with unique vision. He has had several songs recorded internationally.

Guest Appearance

Randy Duck, former Huntsville Police Department Lieutenant, recently recorded a new CD entitled, "America's Child," a tribute to our military, to law enforcement and firefighters. Dedicated to the memory of William Eric Freeman, the young HPD officer slain in the line of duty in 2007, fifty percent of all proceeds from the sale of "America's Child" go directly to the Huntsville Police Fallen Officer's Memorial Fund. Anyone interested in purchasing a copy of the CD may contact Randy at randy@randyduck.com.

Showcase at 6:30 pm***Doors Open at 5:30 pm
Buy Tickets Today, Just $20.00!

Check the Von Braun Center event schedule for upcoming showcases!

Thanks, Jim! One of the most entertaining and enjoyable evenings you will experience! See ya'll at The Jim Parker's Songwriter Showcase!
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American Farmer

Meet Leon Venerable!












Born the son of a preacher, Leon has lived most of his life in and around North Alabama. Leon started playing guitar at age four and was on stage at his church by the time he was six. By age fifteen, Leon was playing in garage bands that he helped start. He started writing songs at sixteen, about the same time he discovered roping.

With these loves and the support of family and friends, this singer/songwriter set off on one wild journey. Leon’s hobbies include hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends.

Leon has three videos on Famecast, "American Farmer", "Simple Southern Man", "Racin' Fan" and a great video profile. Click the link and enjoy the videos.


By-the-way, Famecast is a competition so log in and vote for Leon! His videos are also seen on RFD-TV, a cable channel out of Nashville. Don't forget to visit Leon's MySpace.

Keep up the great work, Leon!