William Clark Green at Hill Country NYC

Courtesy Jojo Bisco

You never quite know what to expect for a turnout when a Texas or Red Dirt artist comes to Hill Country NYC, but the crowd for William Clark Green's first appearance in the Big Apple this past Saturday night proves his music, which is massively popular in Texas, is also reaching fans outside the Lone Star State. 

Not only a talented group, WCG and his band of four's enjoyment while playing is undeniable. Cameron Moreland [drums] and Ryan [bass] adeptly keep the beat while Josh Serrato and Steve Marcus both have some serious guitar chops. Green's vocals, gravelly yet warm draw you into a song whether a ballad or a song about a bad trip. As a front man, he is personable, and funny with a great energy, and definitely isn't afraid to let the band share the spotlight.

The set kicked off with "It's About Time" and continued with ninety minutes of his own music as well as a more than adequate cover of The Band's "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down." Native Texans and New Yorkers alike sang along to "Hanging Around," "She Likes The Beatles," (with it's appropriate "Start Me Up" intro) and "Dead Or In Jail" while the Cajun flavored "Let's Go" had people on their feet. They also did two tracks from upcoming album Ringling Road: the first single, "Sympathy," which already went to #1 on the Texas charts and the title track which paints a vivid picture of the characters and debauchery of a travelling circus. They closed down in true honky tonk fashion with "Wishing Well."

Great Music. Great Time. Here's to the first of many trips back up to NYC!

For more information visit his official website
Pre-order Ringling Road here

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