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The players who put the FANCY in Fancy Town
Melissa Carper
Tommy Hannum
John England
Melissa Carper is an acclaimed singer- songwriter and bassist whose vintage - pure vocals have made her popular in Americana music today. She was brought into the project by John England, a Nashville institution whose band The Western Swingers is the gold standard for swing in Music City. John has toured with the queen of country herself Loretta Lynn, as well as playing alongside Rodney Crowell and Pam Tillis. Joining them is Tommy Hannum, a master of the pedal steel and dobro. From his early days with Emmy Lou Harris to touring with Winona Judd, Tommy also served as the long time musical director for Ricky Van Shelton.
Eddie Lange
Rebecca Patek
Dave Racine
A veteran of stage and studio, Eddie Lange has lent his talents to greats like Alan Jackson, Marty Stuart,
and Hank Williams Jr. Rebecca Patek was three time Wisconsin state fiddle champ and has collaborated
with Melissa Carper and leads her own high energy ensembles. Dave Racine, a world- renowned session drummer and percussionist is currently a staple of Jim Lauderdale's band The Game Changers.
Frank Rische
Lillie Mae Rische
Scarlett Rische
Music is a blood line for the Risches. After touring as children in their family band these siblings have become some of Nashville's most formidable musical forces. Often performing with Jim Lauderdale's band, each is a powerhouse in their own right. Frank is the go-to for guitar and harmonies, with credits spanning Miranda Lambert, Lee Ann Womack, Ronnie Milsap and Colter Wall. Lillie Mae is a celebrated singer - songwriter and has also played alongside Merle Haggard, Robert Plant and Willie Nelson and has most recently been touring stadiums with Post Malone. Scarlett rounds out the family talent with masterful mandolin work and has played with Jack White and the Raconteurs and Shooter Jennings among many others.
Paul Shapiro
Craig Smith
Jay Weaver
Virtuoso saxophonist Paul Shapiro has performed and recorded with legends Lou Reed , David Byrne, Michael Jackson and Aretha Franklin to name a few. A founding member of the Brooklyn Funk Essentials, he is also widely celebrated for his acclaimed Ribs & Brisket Revue. Craig Smith is a highly respected guitarist around Nashville and has toured with Jim Lauderdale, Suzy Bogguss and has performed on the Grand Ole Opry stage over 40 times with various artists. Jay Weaver, a powerhouse on the Americana and country scenes has been the long-time bandleader and bassist for Jim Lauderdale. Jay has also performed with Dolly Parton, Tanya Tucker, Buddy Miller and Dwight Yoakum.
