Most performers are willing to follow whatever formulas or procedures they think worked for others. Will Hoge epitomizes an ideal for rock musicians: free-spirited and individualistic, knowledgeable of the past but not obsessed with it, and imminently capable of bringing renewed creative energy and passion to an idiom that sometimes seems devoid of inventiveness and edge. Hoge eschews all gimmicks and incorporates the best of both the singer/songwriter genre and vintage, surging rock 'n roll. Through sharp lyricisms and strong melodies, his songs tell stories that are delivered with a passion and desperation that demand attention. Will and his band live the rock life of touring, writing and recording from their Nashville base. His albums feature muscular, soulful, working-class rock and roll that listeners feel as well as hear. His trademark blend of classic and contemporary elements were decisively defined in his debut album Carousel, which set the tone for subsequent albums, including the major label follow-up, Blackbird On A Lonely Wire, and his newest, The Man Who Killed Love. Explosive live performances, non-stop touring and a commitment to songwriting have earned Hoge a fanatical following as well as critical acclaim. The live album, During The Before And After, is sonic proof of what Will's live fans have known for years - that he's one of the most powerfully expressive rock singers out there. His is a classic rock soul that includes the inspiration of early Springsteen, the swagger of The Stones and the heart of Otis Redding. With powerful songs about love, loss, longing and joy, thundering rhythms and howling guitars, audiences are instantly reminded as to why they fell in love with rock and roll in the first place.

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