Doors 7pm, Music 8pm

Who was Blaze Foley, you ask?

He was a true Texas legend and a songwriter’s songwriter.

Blaze Foley was a poet and ace finger picker, a walking contradiction, equal parts spiritual and troubled. A genius and beautiful loser, but most importantly he was a songwriter who poured his entire soul into his art.

He died an unknown songwriter yet quickly became a legend, commanding the respect of greats like Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Lucinda Williams, John Prine, Nanci Griffith and Lyle Lovett. His influential output includes the iconic “If I Could Only Fly” and haunting laments like “Clay Pigeons,” “My Reasons Why” and “Election Day.” With his duct-taped boots, Foley represents a truly punk continuation of the famous Texas outlaw music movement.

This site is a tribute to Blaze, the first stop on your trail of discovery, featuring stories about Blaze, his song lyrics, videos, the whimsical art of Ezalb Yelof (Blaze Foley spelled backward) and the numerous projects dedicated to his legacy. Have fun exploring!

https://www.blazefoley.com/

Join us in this tribute to Blaze Foley.

It’s being hosted by the wonderful band, Folkfaces.

and they’ll be joined by many special guests

Including…

Richie Colf (from Dirty Blanket)

Sam Warren (from Dirt Turtles)

Brian Elam (from Mustard Tigers)

Chris Stevens

Jungle Steve

Cody Barcroft

Richie Sasala

Cover: $15 at the door