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Artist
Eric Durrance
12+ albums
countryacousticsinger-songwriteralternative rockchristian rock
about
A self-described hard working, Southern Baptist, Eric Durrance is a multi-talented, self-taught musician and soulful vocalist with moxie. He was the lead singer of the christian alternative rock band Big Dismal. The Tallahassee native (who divides his time between his farm in Florida and Nashville) is a well-rounded singer/songwriter who attributes his personal character and allure toward country music to his family and southern upbringing. “I learned to play a little bit of everything. My stepfather was a drummer, guitarist, piano player and one heck of a singer, and my mom and grandfather taught me to sing harmony,” Durrance introduces. “My grandparents, who have been married for 53 years, are my ‘oak tree;’ they’re strong and faithful individuals who taught me to be honest and follow my heart…and they just love George Jones! So, I’m at home…in Country.” Having Gravitated toward the harmonious sound of The Eagles and the group’s song craftsmanship, Eric developed a genuine admiration and respect for some of country music’s legendary tunesmiths--Kris Kristofferson, Johnny Cash and Willie Nelson, to name a few. Eric identifies with the simplicity of the songs written by these voices of country. “I write music that comes from my heart. I like to write music that puts body and soul out there and has a magical way of saying what everyone feels. I like to be real and I believe a good, honest song is the key to an artist’s success.” A modern-day musical Romeo, Eric has an edge t
