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What's On: January 5

Tom Kimmel is the quintessential singer/songwriter. His compositions have been recorded by dozens of musicians including Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Linda Ronstadt, Joe Cocker and Randy Travis… so many more. Tom is also a popular performer in alt-acoustic and folk circles, whether a solo act, performing with friends or as part of the Sherpas (with Tom Prasada-Rao and Michael Lille.) He's been at the Old Settlers Inn many, many times since the series started in the mid-90s. Always an audience-favorite in any configuration.

Here's Tom singing his tune "Blue Train" which was covered by Linda Ronstadt. Sorry Linda, I like Tom's version better!

http://youtu.be/xhszqHiM15g

And here's one of my favorite tunes, co-written by Tom and Buddy Mondlock. Both perform it beautifully. This is Tom – from the studio, not live. Still wonderful.

http://youtu.be/qD1mptxRirM

Lu Anne Stephens is KMUW's Director of Content and Assistant General Manager. She has held many positions over many years at KMUW. Lu Anne also produces KMUW’s New Settler's Radio Hour and the Hidden Kansas segment for KMUW’s weekly news program The Range.