A.J. Croce, the son of Jim Croce, honors his father even as he takes his music in a different direction. Jim Croce, who was only 30 when he died in a plane crash, was a singer-songwriter who enjoyed both rock and folk, and is best known for the song “Bad, Bad Leroy Brown.”
While his father is remembered for his singing above all, his son is first of all a pianist, with his vocal work taking second place. His works pull from a number of influences including soul, juke joint, and New Orleans. His output now includes nine studio albums, with the most recent, “Just Like Medicine,” produced by Dan Penn, another well-known singer and songwriter. Penn wrote hits such as “I'm Your Puppet,” and “Cry Like a Baby.” Penn produced “The Letter” by the Box Tops.
Legendary singer Willie Nelson says that:
“A.J. Croce has wisdom beyond his years. With his music, he represents his generation with a profound sense of honesty in his lyrics and quality in his delivery. The future of entertainment is safe in his hands.”
A.J. Croce will appear at the Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center on SouthEast 256th Street in Kent, a short distance from Auburn, at 7.30 pm on January 17. Poster printing can be used to create advertising for events like this.