PARKER MILLSAP IN CONCERT:
Rising Americana singer-songwriter Parker Millsap has won over fans and critics alike with his refreshingly modern take on traditional genres like folk, country, and blues. The Americana Music Association named him one of their 2014 Emerging Artists of the Year, and it's easy to see why as he tears through his rollicking tunes, stomps his feet, and shakes his hips at his live shows. Millsap's guitar playing style has been compared to Elvis, but it's his dynamic vocal yelps and emotive vibrato that most resemble The King. In concert he's accompanied by fiddle and upright bass, and the trio always gets fans moving with their unbridled energy on tunes like "Truck Stop Gospel" and "Quite Contrary". Millsap has impressed as an opener for big names acts like Jason Isbell and Old Crow Medicine Show, and he continues to breathe new life into Americana every time he takes the stage.
BACKGROUND SHAPSHOT:
Oklahoma-born Parker Millsap grew up on a steady diet of blues music and Pentecostal Church service. He started playing guitar at age 9 and began writing songs in his teens, and after high school he moved to Northern California to intern at the recording studio where Tom Waits recorded his seminal album Bone Machine. Upon returning to Oklahoma he reconnected with childhood friend and upright bassist Michael Rose, and in 2012 they recorded Millsap's debut album Palisade. The pair linked up with fiddler Daniel Foulks soon after, and in 2014 the trio skyrocketed to national attention when the Americana Music Association named them one of their 2014 Emerging Artists of the Year. Since then they've been featured on NPR's music program The Record, performed at the Grand Ole Opry, and opened for John Fullbright and Shovels & Rope. With fans eagerly awaiting his third album, Millsap continues to rock fans every time he performs with his updated take on classic Americana.
He was amazing! Started on time and captivated the room from beginning to end. I've been playing his music at home daily since the concert and look forward to his new songs coming out in May. I hope he comes back soon. I'm a new fan!
Great writer, great singer, great guitarist - the full package!
Parker gives a great concert. He is personable and energetic. I love his lyrics and the fact that you can really understand his words. His music is very creative. This was a very intimate, fun atmosphere and the best part is it was seated. An entire concert standing just doesn’t appeal to me anymore.
It was extraordinary Felt like we were at a personal show Parker can sing and play the guitar like no other And fantastic lyrics Best live music I’ve enjoyed in a long time
The artist was excellent, trying to talk to a live person when you have questions with Ticketmaster sucks. No stars for them.
Get out to see him now while you still have the smaller venue feel. This guy is the real deal, talent, personality and heart. Parker embodies the traits you want to see in a musician. You can tell he loves what he does. Blend of Blues, folk, country with some rock feel. His new album is more consistently amplified than previous releases. He is creating a broader library of songs. Will see him again next time he passes through Cbus, You can tell you like a performance when you immediately put his music on to listen to right after you leave the concert.
Parker Millsap simply is an excellent musician. This guy makes you believe that rock and roll is still alive and well! Very talented artist!
We heard him two days ago on Spotify and we can't stop watching everything he has on YouTube. WOW. Please please please come to San Antonio Texas soon! My husband and I will DEFINITLY be there!
Parker Millsap Is an amazing performer. His music, creativity, and most of all his voice will propel him into stardom! I feel so fortunate to see him in such an intimate setting.
I saw you on one of the late night shows and was very impressed! Your awesome and love your music!! Would love to come see you play in LA or San Diego or any where in between that. Hopefully soon :)
