Michael Perry's Blog, page 31
February 25, 2023
Billy
Billy, I just thought I oughta call ya
I’m runnin’ a long way from home
Been callin’ the roll in my memory
Of all of the friends that we’ve known
More and more there’s just silence
More and more they’re just gone
So Billy I don’t mind
If it’s time, it’s time
Ease me down into the dust
Didn’t we have a run,
The two of us.
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This Week’s Tent Show Radio: Michael Perry (Stories & Songs)
Check out Mike (Twitter: @SneezingCow) hosting and performing in episode 23-08 of Tent Show Radio (Twitter: @tentshowradio). In an evening reminiscent of the VH1 Storytellers television series, Mike is joined onstage by his longtime bandmate, and sometimes personal pilot, Evan Middlesworth and Long Bed pedal steel guitarist Ben Lester. In addition to the side-splitting laughs and fresh stories fans have come to expect, the trio perform stripped-down versions of several songs from Perry’s musical catalog and share the backstory behind the songs…in addition to a few tales from the tour van. This episode features recordings from Michael Perry’s August 2022 performance under the Big Top Chautauqua big blue tent (Twitter: @BigBlueTent).
Michael Perry shares humorous stories throughout on the Big Top stage. If you prefer to watch this and previous episodes, follow this link for all the available viewing options.
Stream it here along with other Tent Show Radio episodes.
Tent show Radio is broadcast each week on many fine independent stations, which can be found here: https://sneezingcow.com/ten-show-radio-stations/
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Critic? Or Just Hungry?
After the show in Stoughton, I was asked—with the library’s permission—to sign this book. When I opened it…
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February 23, 2023
Stoughton Update
Best bet if you have questions is to contact the box office, info here.
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February 22, 2023
Dragon Tale Books is carrying Forty Acres Deep and other titles
Independent bookstores (and their handselling) are a writer’s best friend and a reader’s best helper. A big thank you to Dragon Tale Books, who ordered up a batch of Forty Acres Deep and other titles from us and put them on display in their wonderful store.
If you’re in the area, drop in and grab a copy from them at 216 Main street east Menomonie, WI 54751. Phone: 715-233-6252. They are open all week long. Monday 10 AM — 5 PM, Tuesday thru Saturday 10 AM — 7 PM, and Sunday 11 AM — 4 PM.
You can also visit Dragon Tale Books at several locations online:
https://dragontalebooks.store https://twitter.com/DragonTaleBooks https://www.instagram.com/dragontalebooks/ https://www.facebook.com/dragontalebooksIndies, Forty Acres Deep will soon be available via Ingram. And if you are interested in placing a bulk wholesale order of signed copies of Forty Acres Deep (or Hunker or Million Billion, or Peaceful Persistence), please email booksellers@sneezingcow.com.
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February 18, 2023
This Week’s Tent Show Radio: Riders In The Sky
Check out Mike (Twitter: @SneezingCow) hosting Tent Show Radio (Twitter: @tentshowradio). Episode 23-07 features recordings from GRAMMY award-winning quartet Riders In The Sky (Twitter: @HarmonyRanch) and their September 2022 performance under the Big Top Chautauqua big blue tent (Twitter: @BigBlueTent) showcasing each player’s masterful musicianship with an added dose of broad, quick-witted humor as they pay tribute to the classic cowboy songs of the 1930s and ‘40s.
Michael Perry shares humorous stories throughout on the Big Top stage. If you prefer to watch this and previous episodes, follow this link for all the available viewing options.
Stream it here along with other Tent Show Radio episodes.
Tent show Radio is broadcast each week on many fine independent stations, which can be found here: https://sneezingcow.com/ten-show-radio-stations/
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February 16, 2023
IF YOU MISSED IT: Mike’s Interview on the Larry Meiller Show
If you missed it, Mike was a guest on The Larry Meiller Show on Wisconsin Public Radio Thursday, February 16, 2023.
You can stream the conversation between Larry and Mike as they discussed Mike’s newest books–the novella Forty Acres Deep as well as the collections Hunker and Peaceful Persistence–and Mike’s new PBS Wisconsin special, Michael Perry: On the Road, which will air on February 27, 2023 on PBS Wisconsin.
You can listen to Mike and Larry’s chat here.
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February 11, 2023
This Week’s Tent Show Radio: Chris Castino & Chicken Wire Empire
Check out Mike (Twitter: @SneezingCow) hosting Tent Show Radio (Twitter: @tentshowradio). Episode 23-06 features recordings from Chris Castino (Twitter: @castino_chris) & Chicken Wire Empire’s July 2022 performance under the Big Top Chautauqua tent (Twitter: @BigBlueTent) and serves as a special experience for audiences of bluegrass purists and all lovers of great tunes.
Michael Perry shares humorous stories throughout on the Big Top stage. If you prefer to watch this and previous episodes, follow this link for all the available viewing options.
Stream it here along with other Tent Show Radio episodes.
Tent show Radio is broadcast each week on many fine independent stations, which can be found here: https://sneezingcow.com/ten-show-radio-stations/
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February 9, 2023
Forty Acres Deep Audiobook on Audible
Now available on Audible, other platforms to follow.
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February 6, 2023
All About Not About Me
Aaron and Tony making a move. photo credit: Lee ButterworthNo getting around it, a lot of what we (mostly “I” but also “we” and that’s what I’m about to discuss here) post on social media is about me/Mike and selling books and promoting gigs and that’s because that’s the family business and we’re grateful to be in it and if you want the lumber you gotta log, or somesuch homespun hoo-hah from yrs trly, BUT: I post today’s photo in an attempt to convey how every day, every step of the way, and despite the fact that I don’t hit town in a big shiny tour bus (totally into that, just working out the budget) or a fleet of semis or a squad of advance people or a swarm of followers, over the course of a year I benefit constantly from the kindness and assistance and professionalism and dedication and preparation of countless people–some for a minute, some for years, some once, some time and time again. One of my favorite T-shirts says “Love the Band, Thank The Crew.” The photo above was taken before the event at the Local Store the other night. It shows Local Store employee Matt and my friend and merch genius Tony removing the podium I said I needed then decided I didn’t. I want this picture to stand as acknowledgement and thanks to everyone who lends, and has lent, a hand over the course of all these years and however much longer I’m allowed to do this.
Forward.
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