James McMurtry: podcast appearances and interviews

James McMurtry is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist, and bandleader born in Fort Worth, Texas in 1962. His musical style encompasses rock, folk rock, and Americana. McMurtry performs with veteran bandmates Daren Hess, Cornbread, and Tim Holt. He is also known for his occasional acting roles, including appearances in Daisy Miller and Lonesome Dove, as well as narrating Ghost Town: 24 Hours in Terlingua.

McMurtry's musical roots trace back to his childhood; his father, novelist Larry McMurtry, gave him his first guitar at age seven. His mother, an English professor, taught him to play the instrument, instructing him in three chords. He has described his learning process as largely intuitive, learning by ear and by watching others. This self-taught approach contributed to his development as a musician with a distinctive style rooted in his early experiences and family background.