Jim Gustin And Truth Jones - Memphis (2017)

Jim Gustin is a blues singer and guitarist from Santa Clarita California. He has a distinctive, powerful voice; soulful and deep with a smoky rasp, he is a passionate and energetic performer. He has well written catchy songs that reveal his many varied influences to his groove oriented blues. He is also a very solid guitarist with great tone and a funky feel.
Jeri Goldenhar, aka Truth Jones, has been singing since she was a little girl, although at over six feet tall, it’s hard to imagine her as a knee high, little red-headed child. She has a big voice to match her impressive stature. She can belt out gospel and soul rarely heard from suburban white girls.
Bassist, Michael Stanton and drummer Wendell Stroup provide a solid groove that is sure to make you want to dance. Keyboardist, Steve Alterman always keeps things interesting by effortlessly moving from vintage organ to jazz to honky-tonk piano. Add Lawrence Tamez on saxophone, and the blues possibilities are endless!
Jim has been playing music for over 30 years in and around the LA area. His first gig on guitar was at the Los Angeles Sports arena in front of 10,000 people. He has performed at Dodger Stadium and at Staples Center prior to an LA Kings game. He has performed at the SCV Blues Festival, The Ventura County Blues Festival, Thunder on the Lot, AV and LA County Fairs, GIVE-Apalooza, Gracefest AV and SCV, Countless bars and clubs, including; Canyon Club, Arcadia Blues Club, Malarkey’s, Sagebrush Cantina, Maui Sugar Mill, Bombay Club, and many more. He performs regularly at his church and at benefits for Susan G. Komen, Help the Children and our military veterans. He is a member of the LA, SCV and Ventura County Blues Societies as well as The Blues Foundation.
In 2014 he released his debut CD, “Can’t Shed a Tear” by Jim Gustin and Truth Jones. The album was produced by blues veteran Terry Wilson. He has shared the stage with many notable performers including; Three Dog Night, Chris Duarte, Teresa James, Coco Montoya, John Nemeth, Dallas Hodge, Delgado Bros, Deb Ryder, Shari Puorto, Chase Walker, Darrell Mansfield, and many more.