Dr. John Walker and the New Hokum Boys
A transplanted Okie who now calls Nebraska home, John Walker has been performing
his brand of country-blues music for more than 30 years. His musical roots go back
to Bob and Johnny Lee Wills, Woody Guthrie, Hudie Ledbetter, Bukka White, Brownie
McGhee, and numerous small-town Oklahoma churches where he grew up singing songs
like What a Friend, Oh Happy Day, and Just a Closer Walk with Thee.
His own songs reflect that upbringing in their laid-back accessibility and Southern
rural themes. They combine foot-stomping rhythms with smooth melodies and expressive
lyrics, all to the distinctive accompaniment of a unique finger-picking style of
guitar playing.
Recently adding some extra sound to his songs are musicians Peter Blakeslee (dobro),
Dave Morris (bass) and Dave’s son Nathan (percussion). A well rounded experience
with Dr. John’s music.
Go to prairiedogmusic.com for some links to videos of Dr. John Walker.
