Patchwork Jack

This merry band of westerners (both north and south american) thread together such influences as Texan country, Cajun folk, Latin ballads, and Romani swing. Their music, like an old worn-out quilt, tells tales of love, loss, resilience and the human experience. At the helm, and oft (but not always) holding the six-string, is front man Shane “Bob” Lory. A texan by birth lottery, he was inspired by the reverent and honest simplicity of Blaze Foley and the haunted musings of Townes Van Zandt. With a voice that hitches between honey and gravel, Lory steers the ensemble through performances that traverse the tender and the raucous. As the primary songwriter, Lory's compositions serve as the foundation for Patchwork Jack's distinctive sound. Each performance is a kaleidoscope of musical revelry, from barn burnin' hoedowns to soulful ballads, all woven together by the spirited camaraderie of the members. Patchwork Jack's onstage chemistry is as unpredictable as their lineup, promising an exhilarating ride through the ever-evolving landscape of Pan-Americana fusion that defies expectation and invites you to join their jubilant cowboy carnival.