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Texas artist Rich O’Toole finally comes to national prominence with the release of his new album Kiss Of A Liar. The album features 11 tracks that seamlessly blend country, pop and rock elements, linked by thoughtful lyrics. There are songs about love, like the duet with Josh Abbott “Ay Dios Mio”, songs about loss (“The Cricket Song”, “Kiss Of A Liar”), songs about gambling (“Casino Queen”) and good times (“Marijuana & Jalapenos”). Perhaps the deepest and most heartfelt song is “Banks of the Mississippi” a seemingly-autobiographical account of a young man running away from poverty to seek a career in music. Like all Average Joe releases, Kiss Of A Liar is fun, tuneful and exquisitely produced. A masterful release from an artist that is only beginning to hit his stride. 

Texas artist Rich O’Toole finally comes to national prominence with the release of his new album Kiss Of A Liar. The album features 11 tracks that seamlessly blend country, pop and rock elements, linked by thoughtful lyrics. There are songs about love, like the duet with Josh Abbott “Ay Dios Mio”, songs about loss (“The Cricket Song”, “Kiss Of A Liar”), songs about gambling (“Casino Queen”) and good times (“Marijuana & Jalapenos”). Perhaps the deepest and most heartfelt song is “Banks of the Mississippi” a seemingly-autobiographical account of a young man running away from poverty to seek a career in music. Like all Average Joe releases, Kiss Of A Liar is fun, tuneful and exquisitely produced. A masterful release from an artist that is only beginning to hit his stride. 

Trolley Night, South Main Arts District, Memphis, Friday, September 30, 2011

Trolley Night, South Main Arts District, Memphis, Friday, September 30, 2011

Trolley Night, South Main Arts District, Memphis, Friday, September 30, 2011

On Friday September 30, 2011, Select-O-Hits Music Distribution and the Memphis Music Foundation sponsored a reception for the Plug In Memphis event at the Foundation offices in the South Main district. 

On Friday September 30, 2011, Select-O-Hits Music Distribution and the Memphis Music Foundation sponsored a reception for the Plug In Memphis event at the Foundation offices in the South Main district. 

On Friday September 30, 2011, Select-O-Hits Music Distribution and the Memphis Music Foundation sponsored a reception for the Plug In Memphis event at the Foundation offices in the South Main district. 

#218 Hot 8 Brass Band.MOV (by jdoggtn7)

The Hot 8 Brass Band marches in the Young Men Olympian second-line in Uptown New Orleans, Sunday September 25, 2011.