Artist description Bill Meyer is a San Francisco-based songwriter and performer. His debut CD, Rooted, produced by accomplished Bay Area musician Jack Gates, is a compelling mix of folk, rock, and country, featuring ten powerful originals. Before releasing Rooted, Meyer led his own roots rock bands, The Varmints and Bohemian Special. He also recently was the bassist for popular SF country band, The McAllisters.

Music Style Roots Rock

Musical Influences Bob Dylan, The Band, John Prine, J.J. Cale, Van Morrison, Bruce Springsteen, David Lowry, Robert Earl Keen, Lyle Lovett, Paul Simon, Paul Westerberg, Richard Shindell, Mark Knopfler, Eric Clapton, Joe Ely, Leo Kotke, Nancy Griffith, Gordon Lightfoot, Tom Waits, Neil Young, James Taylor, Merle Haggard, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Buck Owens

Similar Artists Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, J.J. Cale, Wilco

Artist History Rooted, 2000

Group Members Bill Meyer (vocals, guitar), Jack Gates (guitar, producer), David Motto (electric bass), Joe Carlson (upright bass), Phil Thompson (drums), Kevin Mummey (dums), Pamela Hawkins (vocals), Sharyl Gates (vocals, harmonica), Chris Saunders (vocals)

Instruments Vocals, guitar

Albums Rooted, 2000

Location San Francisco, CA - USA

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