Getting his first break when Joan Baez recorded 'Song at the End of the Movie' back in 1979, the Alabama born former Nashville staff writer became an integral part of the 80s Fast Folk movement in New York alongside the likes of Shawn Colvin and Suzanne Vega, making his solo debut in 1984 with Moments. Since which time, he's released a further eight albums, of which 1993's Chase The Buffalo and 2001's State of Grace, are particular highlights.