The Jerry Forney Band plays every Sunday from 7:30 to 10:30 at the Ground Round Bar & Grill.

 

"A classic Gibson Lucile with a custom guitar strap reading ‘Jerry Forney' fits the man as naturally as his full black outfit and bowler hat. Jerry Forney is the real deal: an authentic bluesman..." read more

I began playing music in the 60's, learning the chords my mother, Kay, had taught me. Though it was my mother who was my first influence, it didn't take me long to take notice of B.B. King, Freddie King, and Eric Clapton, to name a few.


I found myself in Tennessee at a very young age working as a sideman for various artists, including Sun Recording Artist, Charlie Rich. And it was connections such as Charlie Rich that helped lead to my first recording in 1979.


Today I find myself still fortunate enoughto be surrounded by individuals and fans that continue to shape my life and musical career.



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