Brenda Nelson-Strauss of Black Grooves wrote ” Featuring a mix of classic and contemporary songs, Just a Mortal Man has broad appeal, effortlessly crossing genres
The Jerry Lawson Legacy project explores the history of Jerry Lawson and the legendary Persuasions in chronological order as explained in candid biographical commentary by
Sam Gazdziak of Country Universe wrote ” The album is a soul record, though there are more than enough elements to make it fit comfortably in the
“Just a Mortal Man is a master class in basic human emotions in all their complexity and inscrutability. With The Persuasions, Jerry Lawson made many
“This collection of tunes serves notice that Jerry Lawson deserves mention in any conversation about great singers in American history.” Dave Stallard did a Q&A
The Tennessean published photos from Jerry’s CD Release show at Nashville’s Station Inn on June 5th 2015. Click here to view the gallery.
The reviews are rolling in – here are a few of our favorites. Click to visit the publication/read more! “One of the best albums of
Jerry Lawson was born in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, but raised in the tiny country town of Apopka, FL, about 12 miles north of Orlando. This
A note from Jerry about the song: “It’s rockin’! ‘Never Been to Memphis’ is my first country song with a band. I really get a
At the age 71, Jerry released his first solo album on a major label that is already critically acclaimed and features the backing of Nashville’s
“Affecting throughout, it demands playing.” – The Wall Street Journal The Wall Street Journal named Just a Mortal Man one of the ‘Six Retro Roots
Jerry and producer Eric Brace talk with Joel Rose about Just a Mortal Man. Full audio and story here: npr.org/2015/05/03/403290204/soul-singer-jerry-lawsons-just-a-mortal-man-almost-came-true
With his new album Just A Mortal Man out this week, his solo debut, and even after half a century in the music business, Jerry
Folks, April 28 is finally here, which means that Just a Mortal Man is finally out! This is Jerry Lawson’s masterpiece, the album of a
“The power of this album lies in Lawson’s powerful and passionate interpretation of each of the album’s 13 tracks. Not only does he know his
“I’ll Come Running Back to You” (Live with Eric Brace & Peter Cooper) A note from producer Eric Brace about the video: “We were nearly
Just weeks before the release of his solo debut album Just a Mortal Man, Jerry was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Contemporary
The folks over at Billboard.com have premiered the title track, “I’m Just a Mortal Man” from Jerry’s upcoming album and posted a great interview with
Red Beet Records will release Jerry’s solo debut, Just a Mortal Man on April 28. Click here to read more!
Host John Semper Jr. of Experience Talks speaks with Jerry: John is an Emmy-nominated writer, story-editor, and producer with thirty years of experience in the
NPR’s Tom Ashbrook enthusiastically interviews Jerry about their tribute CD to The Beatles, The Persuasions Sing The Beatles. The Persuasions perform live in studio and
Jesse interviews Jerry about his tribute CD to The Grateful Dead titled: Might As Well: The Persuasions Sing The Grateful Dead (Out of Print) What
Jesse interviews Jerry about his tribute CD to Frank Zappa titled Frankly A Cappella The Persuasions Sing Zappa– Listen Here
