Mo' Kauffey

Gary Wickizer has been doing his "Folk-n-Blues" roots style of music for more than 30 years, playing his brand of country-blues in the style of "Oh Brother Where Art Thou" since before the guy was lost. Mo' Kauffey was born in 1999 and music became the full time career, 22 years after his 1st professional performance in 1977. Mo' performs about 150 dates a year from coffeehouses to festivals.

Mo' has released four independent CDs since 2000 with radio airplay across North America, through Europe, and as far away as Australia. He's done TV and live radio both as an interview and a musical guest. Mo' has opened shows for multiple Handy Award recipient Mel Brown, the Amazing Rhythm Aces and the Chuck Jackson Band and he has shared billing with such greats as Lucky Peterson, Otis Taylor and Eric Burdon.

Many influences have blended to create Mo's unique style. When he plays, J.J. Cale, Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson or Mark Knopfler might come to mind. Fellow musicians seem to gravitate toward him, want to play along on his songs. What is it about Mo' Kauffey that captures the audience and makes him fans wherever he plays? Maybe it's the man; maybe it's the voice or the delivery. Whatever it is, it works!

From ballads to blues, Mo' Kauffey is an artist that entertains his audience, keeps them smiling and wanting more

"Mo' has a strong foundation in the blues but he does not let himself get labeled strictly as a blues man, he is a musician." Doug Randall, Bluesfest International

"... met Mo' at the Pikes Peak Blues Festival and heard him play there.....very impressive." Jay Bouton, Belvedere Blues Festival

"Mo' Kauffey, good music.... I like it!" Mel Brown, Guelph Ontario

"Mo' Kauffey made his appearance on the BRAS stage and astounded the audience...We look forward to seeing you again. " Black Rose Acoustic Society

For information and bookings contact:

Rose 'Can Inc.

Rosita or Gary Wickizer

(519) 836-8133

E-mail: rosecaninc@rogers.com

Website: www.mokauffey.com

Spring 2003