Tom Kimmel's music, poetry, and stories invite his listeners toward a sweet introspection, making for a curious depth of feeling that often surprises them.

He is one of those unique singer-songwriters whose heartfelt artistry with words and music is both genre-crossing and timeless. Many of his compositions have been covered by a host of major artists including Linda Ronstadt, Johnny Cash, Joe Cocker, Shawn Colvin, Waylon Jennings, the Stray Cats, Randy Travis, and the Spinners.

A graduate of the University of Alabama, he was born in Memphis and raised in rural south Alabama.