Gary Hankins
Gary Hankins
Spot of Blue has a sound that seems to follow the mind of its creator: some songs bounce with a joyful rhythm while others tug at the emotions of the listener drawing them into a lonely embrace or the melancholy shine of
a tear drop. Hankins talks about love, death, and life with a wisdom and empathy that comes from experience.
Hankins is a storyteller and with Spot of Blue, people are finally beginning to hear his story.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Spot of Blue, a collection of songs that, like their creator, are made from the richness and variety of the world.
With a growing list of talented musicians, Spot of Blue has reached new levels. His own varied history blended with the inspired performances of his band mates creates an inspired sound, something that mixes a palette
of the American landscape and harnesses it into a beautiful and unique composition.
Spot of Blue contains the freedom of the sea, the open air of Texas, the delicate colors of Hawaii, and the music is unlike anything else.
Sometimes the music is haunting, other times forceful and laden with the triumphs and failures of a rich life. Hankins' vocals can capture the weary cynicism of Johnny Cash or the soft optimist of Jim Croce.
Spot of Blue's debut "Livin' Life This Way," is sure to capture fans from across the musical spectrum.
The music is full of imagination and it is not hard to imagine that while listening, we might be drawn into the curving spray of the California coast or thrust into the shadows of a lonely foothill. Spot of Blue has the power and honesty to inspire, but the rest is up to you.
Spot of Blue has a sound that seems to follow the mind of its creator: some songs bounce with a joyful rhythm while others tug at the emotions of the listener drawing them into a lonely embrace or the melancholy shine of
a tear drop. Hankins talks about love, death, and life with a wisdom and empathy that comes from experience.
Hankins is a storyteller and with Spot of Blue, people are finally beginning to hear his story.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Love to play live! Not many venues for me here in a small Texas town although my music has a great following here. Special moments happen in the studio working with some super talented musicians from the Dallas,Texas area.
Your musical influences
Elvis,Kris Kristopherson,Chris Issak,Style Council, Marty Robbins,Jason Mraz,John Mayer, Gordon Lightfoot, Keith Whitley
What equipment do you use?
Ovation,Berringer,Shure,Chauvet,TC Helicon