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Tom Hoatson

Tom Hoatson is a singer/songwriter from the seacoast town of York, Maine.  His acoustic style of music has been influenced by the likes of Bob Dylan, John Prine, Jimmy Buffett, Greg Brown, John Hiatt, Van Morrison, and countless others...

Tom has just released his first full length CD entitled "tHE rOAD aHEAD" on the Blind Dog Records label.  It is a compilation of 13 songs which capture the many joys, laughter, heartaches and struggles that face us all in these modern times.  

Click here to purchase at CDBaby.com 

Here's what others have had to say about the music...

"A thought provoking and lyrically rich debut CD from this Maine based singer/songwriter, which will have you wondering if there is yet again, another "New Dylan" knock, knock, knocking at our door."

"I've got four favorites now ... Dylan, Young, Simon, Hoatson."

"I am overwhelmed by his way of making music!  A great story-telling voice, strong lyrics, and beautiful use of the guitar and harp."

"Perfect Rootsy!!"

"The dualities of defeat and triumph are the crux of the appeal to the listening audience.  Musical genius."

"A decade of thoughts, fears, and gut-wrenching love intertwined into a musical masterpiece."

"The songs open up another dimension of Tom, and it's a wonderful side of family, commitment, love, hope, thankfulness and contentment."  

From the acoustic, harmonica-laced "Like a Stranger" to the driving rhythm of "The Real Price You Pay," one of these songs is sure to hit home, and make you wonder if it may have been written about you...

In addition, Tom has written and recorded some singles which are not on the CD, which can also be reviewed exclusively here on-line.