Gary Nicholson

Gary Nicholson is a renowned songwriter, record producer, and recording artist known for his wide-ranging contributions across various genres. He is a two-time Grammy winner and was inducted into the Texas Heritage Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2011, followed by the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame class of 2022.

Songwriting and Recordings

With over 700 recordings of his songs in genres like country, blues, rock, folk, Americana, bluegrass, and pop, Gary Nicholson has achieved significant acclaim. His songs have been recorded by numerous artists in the industry:

• Country: Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Garth Brooks, George Strait, George Jones, Vince Gill, Emmylou Harris, Chris Stapleton, Trisha Yearwood, Don Williams, Kenny Chesney, Brooks & Dunn, and many more.
• Pop/Rock/Blues: BB King, Bonnie Raitt, Ringo Starr, Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks, Neil Diamond, John Prine, Buddy Guy, Michael McDonald, Delbert McClinton, Keb Mo, Taj Mahal, and others.

Production and Collaborations

Beyond songwriting, Gary Nicholson has produced records for various artists, including Billy Joe Shaver, Marcia Ball, The Judds, Wynonna, Pam Tillis, T Graham Brown, and Chris Knight. He has also demonstrated his talent as a guitarist, performing live and recording with notable musicians such as Guy Clark, Delbert McClinton, Billy Joe Shaver, Bobby Bare, Joe Ely, and Bo Diddley.

Contributions to Film and Television

Gary Nicholson's songs have been featured in numerous major motion pictures and television projects. Notably, his song "Falling and Flying" was performed by Jeff Bridges in the Oscar-winning film "Crazy Heart."

Workshops and More

In addition to his musical accomplishments, Gary has conducted songwriting and guitar workshops at festivals and institutions such as the Berklee School of Music.

Recent Projects and Recordings

Gary Nicholson's recent projects include:

1. Title song on Ringo Starr's "Give More Love."
2. Song on Chris Stapleton's release "Worry B Gone."
3. Co-written song with Keb Mo and Taj Mahal on their Grammy-winning record "Tajmo."
4. Title songs of Buddy Guy's Grammy-winning records, "The Blues is Alive and Well" and "Skin Deep."
5. New recordings by Willie Nelson, Michael McDonald, George Thorogood, and Foghat.

Ticket Information

Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. We only accept Ticketweb tickets. Seating varies for each show, and handicap accommodations can be arranged by contacting the venue ahead of time.