Here’s a list of all of our authors.
Our Authors
Stacy Jeffress
Stacy Jeffress began her freelance writing career in 2006 with the Kansas City Blues Society membership magazine. Her dedication and curiosity earned her a writing mentor in 2008 after an unforgettable first encounter with Don Wilcock, also of American Blues Scene, at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis. She has served as director of the Paxico Blues Festival, bringing her love of blues and roots music to both the page and the stage.20 Articles
Lisa Torem
Lisa Torem analyzed the studio work of Tori Amos, Billy Joel, and Suzanne Vega for the Sonicbond On Track Series and co-authored Through The Eye of The Tiger and All That Glitters: The Ava Cherry Story. She has interviewed members of Yes, The Animals, The Zombies, The Kinks, Cream, Thin Lizzy, Wings, Jethro Tull, Dave Brubeck, Darlene Love, Donovan, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Judy Collins, and more—including an unforgettable visit to Jimmy Webb. A native Chicagoan, she critiques music books for pennyblackmusic’s Raging Pages and is a staff writer. Lisa is also a composer and performer, playing in a big band featuring her latest jazz ballad, contributing original compositions to indie films, and having her multi-cultural collection Singlish orchestrated by American Women Composers. Her one-act play Dog Sharing appeared at NY’s Love Creek Theater.20 Articles
Kevin Wierzbicki
Kevin is a distinguished travel writer specializing in music and pop culture. He is a member of the International Travel Writers Alliance and a founding member of the African Tourism Board, with prior affiliations including SATW, IFWTWA, and NATJA.20 Articles
Jack Austin
Jack Austin is a Chicago-based music journalist covering blues and American roots music. He is a radio DJ (Electric Chicken) and co-founder of Crossroads Chicago Radio. A poet and bad guitar player, he writes with an ear for regional scenes, musical lineage, and the people who keep the blues alive.17 Articles
