Texan Fool, John Mellencamp Tribute

Dallas, TX

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Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

Texan Fool is the premier Texas-based tribute to Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, John Cougar Mellencamp. From authentic vocals and appearance, to pro level players, Texan Fool puts on a dynamic show that will "Fool" you into feeling like you are seeing the real deal. We bring a passion for both the incredible songs and the raw energy of live performance that will have you singing along to some of the most timeless music ever written!


Reviews

1 review

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Lisa R.

November 30, 2021
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Great Band!

Hired this band for a 90's Party for my husband's 40th. Band was very professional and sounded amazing, worth every penny <3

Hired as: Tribute Band

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Texan Fool, John Mellencamp Tribute

Thank you so much Lisa! We really enjoyed playing for your group and hope that Joel enjoyed his birthday surprise! What made it even more special for us was getting to meet and interact with such amazing people. Thank you for being so good to us and for giving us the honor of performing at such an important event. Peace and Love to you all!

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Gig length: 50 - 180 minutes

What to expect

Texan Fool brings to the table: professionalism, decades of experience, top quality gear including high end digital PA with plenty of wattage for any venue, high energy, enthusiasm for performance and entertainment. To summarize, we take what we do seriously but we always focus on having fun, creating energy in the room so that everyone can enjoy great music and a truly wonderful time. This is no garage band! It's a band of pros that love what we do and do what we love!!

About

Texan Fool was born out of a love for the incredible music of John Cougar Mellencamp. Singer Wade Brantley fell in love with the music after hearing powerhouse songs like I Need A Lover, Ain't Even Done With The Night and of course Jack & Diane. After fronting various cover bands and playing everything from The Beatles to the Foo Fighters, conversations with close friends became the genesis of Texan Fool. Wade bounced the idea off of bandmates Carter Livingston and John Duscio, and the excitement was immediately clear. To complete the lineup, the trio turned to the powerful rhythm section of Jon Zoog on drums and his long-time friend Mike Wagliardo. The synergy of the five was instantaneous and the band has been performing to appreciative crowds all over Texas since. High energy live shows and ability to deliver the true essence of the Mellencamp catalog are the hallmarks of Texan Fool.

Additional booking notes

We can work with nearly any situation and will be flexible in working with event planners. We can provide full stage, sound and lighting for just about any event. A band member will discuss event locations with you including power requirements, and consult on site planning and related issues.

Services offered

Past booked events

February 2022

04

Friday

The New Granbury Live, Granbury, TX

7:30pm - 9:30pm

January 2022

22

Saturday

Third Rail at Harvest Hall, Grapevine, TX

All-day event

December 2021

18

Saturday

The Gin, Prosper, TX

8:00pm - 11:00pm

04

Saturday

Lava Cantina

All-day event

November 2021

28

Sunday

Birthday Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Burleson, TX

13

Saturday

Harvest Hall in Grapevine, TX

7:00pm - 10:00pm

September 2021

18

Saturday

Granbury Theater in Granbury, TX

7:00pm - 7:50pm

11

Saturday

BarnHill Vineyard in Anna, TX

8:00pm - 10:00pm

Set list

Title Year Album
I Need A Lover 1978 A Biography
Hand To Hold On To 1982 American Fool
Hurt So Good 1982 American Fool
Jack & Diane 1982 American Fool
Let it all hang out 1989 Big Daddy
Peaceful World 2001 Cuttin' Heads
Wild Night 1994 Dance Naked
Our Country 2006 Freedom's Road
Human Wheels 1993 Human Wheels
What if I Came Knocking 1993 Human Wheels
I'm Not Running Anymore 1998 John Mellencamp
Your Life is Now 1998 John Mellencamp
Just Another Day 1996 Mr. Happy Go Lucky
Key West Intermezzo (I saw you first) 1996 Mr. Happy Go Lucky
Ain't Even Done With The Night 1980 Nothing Matters and What if it did
Grandview 2017 Sad Clowns & Hillbillies
Lonely Ol' Night 1985 Scarecrow
Minutes to Memories 1985 Scarecrow
Rain on the Scarecrow 1985 Scarecrow
ROCK in the USA 1985 Scarecrow
Rumble Seat 1985 Scarecrow
Small Town 1985 Scarecrow
Rave On 1988 Soundtrack to Cocktail
Check It Out 1987 The Lonesome Jubilee
Cherry Bomb 1987 The Lonesome Jubilee
Paper In Fire 1987 The Lonesome Jubilee
Authority Song 1983 Uh-Huh
Crumblin' Down 1983 Uh-Huh
Lovin' Mother Fo Ya 1983 Uh-Huh
Pink Houses 1983 Uh-Huh
Play Guitar 1983 Uh-Huh
Serious Business 1983 Uh-Huh
Again Tonight 1991 Whenever We Wanted
Get A Leg Up 1991 Whenever We Wanted
Love and Happiness 1991 Whenever We Wanted

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