Kurt Fortmeyer

Rank #138 Whites Creek, TN Americana / Singer/songwriter / Country

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Members: Kurt Fortmeyer

Sounds Like: Guy Clark, Robert Earl Keen, kris kristofferson, the old friend (el viejo amigo, DAC = David Allan Coe, Tom Russell (Official Music Page)

Label: Independent

Bio: Kurt Fortmeyer was born in a barn and raised in a stable environment, or so he might tell an unwitting listener in one of his sillier moments.
His life was changed irreparably at a tender and impressionable age when he was subjected to Roger Miller, Allan Sherman, Chubby Checker, and Trini Lopez... See Full Bio

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I can't figure out this "fan" thing. I suspect it's like the "friending" on Facebook. Why should I "fan" somebody unless I like their music?

Press

"Gathered in the upstairs living room were members of another class. Kurt Fortmeyer, a six-year Third Sunday vet, had the room entranced with a Dave Gibson co-write titled “The Box.” On one past Sunday afternoon, the red-bearded Fortmeyer hit a lick of good fortune when he played a tune in the presence of guitar guru Dave Isaacs, who recorded the song on his next CD."

— Rand Bishop, American Songwriter

"...one of the top three unsigned Nashville composers."

— Nashville Music Guide, November 2011

"He's one of our favorite performers here at the Bluebird."

— Steve Goodie, Bluebird Cafe Sunday Night Writers' Series

"Kurt is by turns wry, sly, laugh out loud funny, and touching...and he is great at writing a song that has you wanting to sing along by the second chorus."

— Jim Graves, host, "Free Flight" on WFSS-FM

“Fans of Guy Clark, Tom Russell, Robert Earl Keen, and Kris Kristofferson will be saying “What’s Not To Love About That?” when they hear the latest CD from singer-songwriter Kurt Fortmeyer. Rooted firmly in the traditional storytelling styles of his heroes, Kurt delivers ten of his best on this offering, all but one written since he moved to Nashville. With his guitar, harmonicas, and his “I want to tell you a story” voice, Kurt takes his listeners on an emotional journey. From the inspirational tale “My Dog Jesus” (he’s man’s best friend and then some) to the just-about-giving-up-hope honky-tonk of “I’m Not A Fool (I Just Play One On Jim Beam)”, the joys of love found in the soulful title track and “I’ve Fallen Awake” to the lost love lament “I Can’t Remember Mexico”, and the war-is-hell-on-the-home-front seriousness of “I Recall My Daddy” to the sublimely silly talking blues of “The One Hundred Letter Word”, there is something for everyone ”

— "What's Not To Love About That?", Press Release

"You are so awesome Kurt, You are truly world class!!!

— Donnie Winters, The Winters Brothers Band

“Yet it was the night’s bookends that perhaps best characterized the spirit of the gathering, a pair of hard-working but lesser-known singer-songwriters named Anthony Neff and Kurt Fortmeyer. Neff, the organizer and emcee of the event, did a nice job with “Nothin’” and “Buckskin Stallion Blues” after speaking eloquently about the legacy of Van Zandt’s songs and how they continue to inspire other songwriters to carry on the craft. And Fortmeyer capped the night with a spirited “Two Hands” that had those left in the club clapping and singing along. The inspired had become the inspirer.”

— Rick Cornell, No Depression

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"Fans?" What's that mean?
Oct 10, 2012
So, yet another "fan" has contacted me here on ReverbNation and asked me to "fan... [more]

"All Fall Down"
Sep 13, 2011
Dave Isaacs (http://www.reverbnation.com/daveisaacs) and his band DI3 have given... [more]

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Hard Times

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Jack In Common

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What's Not To Love

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My Dog Jesus

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I Can't Remember Me…

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Videos

Kurt Fortmeyer "My Dog Jesus" @ The Bluebird Cafe

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Shows

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Thu
Jun 20

Val's Place
Goodlettsville, TN, US | 6:30pm
Val's Place
Goodlettsville, TN, US
Thu Jun 20 6:30pm
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Jamie Wayz & Amy K. are Hosting "Writer's Night @ Val's Place"...come on down & join us for some great original music, meet some new friends & network with other artists !!! we'll be doing 3 person rounds (3songs each) so give a holler to sign up...can reach us here or text Amy @ 615-573-3473 hope to see you soon!!!
Sun
Jun 30

The Bluebird Cafe
Nashville, TN, US | 8:00pm
The Bluebird Cafe
Nashville, TN, US
Sun Jun 30 8:00pm
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Wes Bowker will be returning to The Bluebird Cafe June 30th, 2013. Sunday Night Writers' Series hosted by Steve Goodie...8 to 10 writers playing three songs apiece, followed by a featured performer.
Thu
Jul 11

Sadlack's Heroes
Raleigh, NC, US | 7:00pm
Sadlack's Heroes
Raleigh, NC, US
Thu Jul 11 7:00pm
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On the patio!
Thu
Aug 8

kudzu's bar &grill
Memphis, TN, US | 8:00pm
kudzu's bar &grill
Memphis, TN, US
Thu Aug 08 8:00pm
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First time ever at Kudzu's Bar & Grill! Opening act goes on at 6:00pm. I go on at 8:00pm.

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D.D. Bain / Songwriter
Love listening to your tunes!
Yrral Mallik AKA Lar...
My Dog Jesus ~ You know how much I love this song.I just had to give it another listen.Your R.N.Bro.(~;Yrral Mallik of Songramp aka Larry Gordon Killam of Facebook Grou...
Victoria Woodworth
Kurt, you had me at dogs and Jesus. After that it's all been gravy. Thanks for the grins and the great tunes!
Shane Alan Swaim
Hi Kurt, I really like "Hard Time." Speaks of true reality. Thanks for telling the truth. Sincerely, Shane
http://www.cdbaby.c...
We're a fan...and there are two of us, so that means, we like you twice as much. Very genuine, and entertaining material. True Americana.
Jonathon Harris
Good Stuff Dude!! I bet a banjitar would sound cool in there....eghem!