Paul Thorn

02.22.2008 -- Written by: John Walker

Paul Thorn is a unique combination of keen intellect and humorous story telling. He is perhaps most widely known for his song “It’s a Great Day to Whup Somebody’s Ass” which is one of the most requested tunes daily on the nationally syndicated ‘Bob and Tom Show.’ His brilliance goes far beyond this novelty song, however. Great songwriters such as Kris Kristofferson say Paul Thorn is one of the best-kept secrets in the music business - high praise for this down home southern gentleman.

Thorn grew up the son of a Pentecostal preacher in Tupelo, Mississippi, and began to sharpen his abilities to perform in front of others in church at the tender age of 3. Enjoying this attention, Thorn branched out and initially launched his career in boxing. It was after his fight with the immortal Roberto Duran that he felt getting hit in the face was not for him.

In 1997, Thorn launched a music career that was slow going at first. After some growing pains, and learning experiences, Thorn has begun his ascent toward the mountaintop. Touring with such greats as John Prine he has captured his own following, which is growing immensely each year. Releasing his newest CD entitled Long Way From Tupelo on his own aptly named Perpetual Obscurity label, Thorn is sure to reach new heights, and more fans.

He took some time from his busy schedule to sit down with me to discuss his thoughts and new CD.

AR - You just got back from a cruise with Delbert McClinton, Fred Eaglesmith, and others on Delbert’s Sandy Beaches Cruise. How was that?

PT - Yes, I did. This was my third time to do it. I was able to take my whole family with me, and we all had a ball. I did not have to play a lot, so it was more like a vacation for me. I was able to hang out with some other artists that I admire too. Raul Malo (former lead singer for the Mavericks) was there, along with the great Jimmy Hall (accomplished former lead singer for the Wet Willies), who is one of the best singers I have ever heard. It was wonderful.

Well, I appreciate you taking an opportunity to talk with me. Congratulations on your new CD, titled Long Way From Tupelo. This is your eight CD correct?

Yes it is. You got all eight, right?

I have seven of the eight. The only one I am missing is ‘Still No Hits.’ I have thoroughly enjoyed them all by the way.

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Author: John Walker

John resides in the heartland of the US, in the great state of Indiana. An IU alum, John enjoys a variety of music genres, but prefers artists who write their own music and deliver it with passion. When not writing about his music addiction, John can be seen out spreading his love of music by singing in a band with his wife Stephanie.

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