Dana Cooper

Acclaimed Singer/Songwriter Dana Cooper has amassed a catalog of 32 albums and many awards. His latest album “The Ghost of Tucumcari” features an All-Star lineup of guest artists. Artists lending their voices to this project are Lyle Lovett, Hayes Carll, Susan Gibson, Darden Smith and more.  "The Ghost of Tucumcari” takes listeners on a stirring musical journey across genres from Folk and Rock to Country and Americana.

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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. Dana's mixture of flat-picking, finger picking, and percussive strumming is "Legend Among Other Guitarists." His harmonica playing equally impressive. As one critic noted, "he sings like an angel and plays like the devil."

Dana has performed on many large stages including Austin City Limits, Woodsongs, Kerrville Folk Festival, 30A Songwriter Festival, Wheatland Music Festival and more.

"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


"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.