I “met” Chris Castle online through singer/songwriter Jeff Black, and I had the chance to meet Chris this past Tuesday when he came through town on the Drenched Earth tour. He stopped in to WDVX radio, and performed a few songs for the daily noon live broadcast, The Blue Plate Special.

During the Drenched Earth Tour, he’s got a band touring with him, the Womack Family  Band, a four piece group.  But they’re so good they’ll get their own post.

Chris is one of the most laid back people you could ever meet, he’s a gentleman, a kind, soft spoken man, a rarity these days. He’s a musician’s musician, his guitar playing is crisp and clean, he’s a guy that takes pride in the craft of making music. His music is wonderful, it has meaning behind it, it tells a story, and it’s presented with honesty. It’s genuine, from the heart music, and that makes it refreshing to listen to.

I had the chance to hang out with them all for a while after the show, and I’m bummed I couldn’t hang out for a few more, I like the guy, he’s cool. The following day, they did a live show at Knoxivi, a local streaming internet TV station in Knoxville, and I headed downtown again to spend more time with him and the band. You can catch this show here- scroll under the current video until you see Episode 263- Chris Castle and the Womack Family Band.

Chris Castle and The Womack Family Band on their Drenched Earth Tour, with hosts Brent Thompson and Lauren Lazarus (in black)


We hung out for a little bit after the show, but they had to hit the road for the show that night in Johnson City, so we said our goodbyes. I believe they’re coming back this way next year, in March I believe, and look forward to seeing him again. Hit his web site, listen to his music, and order his CD, you’ll soon be a fan.