Pauls Valley, Oklahoma
61 Years Old
Singer-Songwriter

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BIOGRAPHY

I was a professional musician for 20 years, released one album of original material with airplay in the Phoenix, Az. area. Didn't play for 15 years, but have returned to my music as a source of relaxation and personal focus.
In the July/August issue of "American Songwriter" I received an Honorable Mention in the lyric contest for my song "Big Locomotives." You can hear the song here.....I recorded it in my home studio, playing all guitars and singing all vocals. My brother, Denny, from Tempe, Az. came over and played bass on this and 7 other new tunes. The train sound affects were recorded out my back door.....the train tracks are about 3 blocks away and a constant source of entertainment. Every time I hear them I think of one of my musical heroes....Mickey Newbury.

GENRES

Country, Bluegrass, Singer/Songwriter

PUBLISHING COMPANY

Bill Hallock Publishing/BMI, I own my own publishing

Contact

Administrative: W.J.(Bill) Hallock 721 North Willow Pauls Valley , Ok, 73075

INSTRUMENTS

acoustic guitar / electric guitar

INFLUENCES

Mickey Newbury, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard,Russell Smith/Amazing Rhythm Aces, Harlan Howard, Steve Earle, Don Williams, Michael Nesmith, Jim Reeves

DAY JOB

Correctional Officer for the Oklahoma Dept. of Corrections

I AM INTERESTED IN

in co writing online
in networking with songwriters
in getting a publishing deal

I WRITE:

When I have time

I Also Write:
by myself
with others

I Prefer To Write:
lyrics

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