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Dana Cooper
Dana Cooper In Concert
Colorado Mesa University
1100 North Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81501
Sep 10, 2025
7:30 PM MDT
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Acclaimed Singer/Songwriter Dana Cooper has amassed a catalog of 30+ albums and continues to tour actively. He released his highly anticipated 32nd studio album, “The Ghost of Tucumcari”, on May 17, 2024. Featuring an All-Star lineup of guest artists, the album marks a major achievement for the veteran musician. Artists lending their voices to this project are Lyle Lovett, Hayes Carll, Susan Gibson, Mando Saenz, Darden Smith, Shake Russell, Libby Koch and more. "The Ghost of Tucumcari” takes listeners on a stirring musical journey across genres from Folk and Rock to Country and Americana.
Link to Album on ALL Digital Platforms - Voted #1 Album of 2024 on Americana Highways Readers Poll.
https://digital-delivery-services.lnk.to/WD4ChZK4EM
His critically acclaimed 2022 release, "I Can Face the Truth" encapsulates his evolution as a consummate storyteller. The album mixes his signature fingerpicking guitar and harmonica with poignant lyrics on love, loss and the current state of the world. As one critic noted - "He sings like an angel & plays like a devil."
Cooper's first Album - released in the 70's on Elektra Records features the famous studio band - "The Section" - Now known as "The Immediate Family" - Russ Kunkel & Leland Sklar. Since then Dana has collaborated with Shake Russell, Kim Carnes (Betty Davis Eyes), Maura O'Connell, Susan Werner, Kim Richey, Don Henry, Tom Kimmel, Hal Ketchum and more.
Central to Cooper's unique artistry is his ability to connect with audiences through his authentic stories and warm stage presence. His decades of experience shine through in the ease and humor he brings to both his playing and storytelling. Though he's performed with Folk and Americana greats, Cooper has always followed his own musical vision.
"Few artists can claim to make music for 50 years & still do so with the same eagerness & enthusiasm that marked their initial efforts." - American Songwriter - Lee Zimmerman
"Dana has a poet's eye for beauty & detail, a blue's man's soul & a songbird's gift. He is remarkable." - Hayes Carll - Acclaimed Musician
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August 9th 2025
As always, Dana put on a great show. St. Andrews Presbyterian is a great venue as churches go, comfortable with good acoustics.
Houston, TX@Houston Folklore Society
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Dana Cooper Biography
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Dana Cooper releases his highly anticipated 32nd studio album, “The Ghost of Tucumcari”, on May 17, 2024. Featuring an All-Star lineup of guest artists, the album marks a major achievement for the veteran musician after over 50 years in the business. Dana's 1st release on Elektra Records came out 51 years ago featuring the legendary band "The Section" with Leland Sklar & Russ Kunkel as his session band for the album.
Artists lending their voices to this project are Lyle Lovett, Hayes Carll, Susan Gibson, Mando Saenz, Darden Smith, Shake Russell, Libby Koch and more.
Dana's story is one of true perseverance and lifelong dedication to his craft.
“Few artists can claim to make music for 50 years and still do so with the same eagerness and enthusiasm that marked their initial efforts.” Lee Zimmerman - American Songwriter
“The Ghost of Tucumcari” takes listeners on a stirring musical journey across genres from Folk and Rock to Country and Americana. Standout tracks include the haunting first single "The Ghost of Tucumcari" featuring Grammy winner Lyle Lovett and the rousing rendition of Woody Guthrie’s song "This Land Is Your Land" with Lyle Lovett, Hayes Carll, and all the other guest vocalists on the album. The Album is currently booming on Spotify and all other digital platforms.
Quote from Glide Magazine - "The Title Track crackles with a mysterious energy that would make for the background music of a David Lynch film, where dreamlike patterns form out of the subconscious. With Lyle Lovett on vocals, the track encapsulates the essence of true Americana".
Link to Single on ALL Digital Platforms - https://digital-delivery-services.lnk.to/WD4ChZK4EM
“Dana has a poet’s eye for beauty & detail, a blue’s man’s soul, and a songbird’s gift. He is remarkable.” - Hayes Carll
"The Album is 5 Star Grammy Material." - Shake Russell
"Genius" - Tom Tranchilla - KPFT Radio
"Blown Away. The Title Cut! What can I say but "Meow" - Marilyn Rea Beyer - Midnight Special - WFMT
"The Ghost of Tucumcari" earns its right to be selected as the haunting title track. Cooper makes it clear that not only does he know how to collaborate, but he also has extensive industry experience." - Will Phoenix - Newsbreak
"Americana of the Highest Order" - Fred Schmale - Real Roots Cafe
"The songs on this album span decades, from the 70’s up to right now." said Cooper. “Every artist/friend that contributed gave wonderful performances.”
In addition to the album, Cooper will embark on an extensive North American tour with several shows sponsored by Ryan Bingham's - Bingham's Bourbon. Kicking off in May in Texas and touring nationally thru 2025, the tour will give both diehard and newfound fans the chance to experience Cooper's legendary live performances firsthand. Dana Cooper proves that creativity and touring has no expiration date.
“The Ghost of Tucumcari” is a testament to lifelong passion and musical integrity from one of folk rock's most enduring Troubadours.
“The Ghost of Tucumcari” was released independently on May 17, 2024.
Read MoreArtists lending their voices to this project are Lyle Lovett, Hayes Carll, Susan Gibson, Mando Saenz, Darden Smith, Shake Russell, Libby Koch and more.
Dana's story is one of true perseverance and lifelong dedication to his craft.
“Few artists can claim to make music for 50 years and still do so with the same eagerness and enthusiasm that marked their initial efforts.” Lee Zimmerman - American Songwriter
“The Ghost of Tucumcari” takes listeners on a stirring musical journey across genres from Folk and Rock to Country and Americana. Standout tracks include the haunting first single "The Ghost of Tucumcari" featuring Grammy winner Lyle Lovett and the rousing rendition of Woody Guthrie’s song "This Land Is Your Land" with Lyle Lovett, Hayes Carll, and all the other guest vocalists on the album. The Album is currently booming on Spotify and all other digital platforms.
Quote from Glide Magazine - "The Title Track crackles with a mysterious energy that would make for the background music of a David Lynch film, where dreamlike patterns form out of the subconscious. With Lyle Lovett on vocals, the track encapsulates the essence of true Americana".
Link to Single on ALL Digital Platforms - https://digital-delivery-services.lnk.to/WD4ChZK4EM
“Dana has a poet’s eye for beauty & detail, a blue’s man’s soul, and a songbird’s gift. He is remarkable.” - Hayes Carll
"The Album is 5 Star Grammy Material." - Shake Russell
"Genius" - Tom Tranchilla - KPFT Radio
"Blown Away. The Title Cut! What can I say but "Meow" - Marilyn Rea Beyer - Midnight Special - WFMT
"The Ghost of Tucumcari" earns its right to be selected as the haunting title track. Cooper makes it clear that not only does he know how to collaborate, but he also has extensive industry experience." - Will Phoenix - Newsbreak
"Americana of the Highest Order" - Fred Schmale - Real Roots Cafe
"The songs on this album span decades, from the 70’s up to right now." said Cooper. “Every artist/friend that contributed gave wonderful performances.”
In addition to the album, Cooper will embark on an extensive North American tour with several shows sponsored by Ryan Bingham's - Bingham's Bourbon. Kicking off in May in Texas and touring nationally thru 2025, the tour will give both diehard and newfound fans the chance to experience Cooper's legendary live performances firsthand. Dana Cooper proves that creativity and touring has no expiration date.
“The Ghost of Tucumcari” is a testament to lifelong passion and musical integrity from one of folk rock's most enduring Troubadours.
“The Ghost of Tucumcari” was released independently on May 17, 2024.
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