Cheevers has been recording music since the late sixties, first with the Peppermint Trolley Co., and later became a staff songwriter in Nashville.  In the early nineties, Cheevers began recording and releasing his own material.  On the strength of his "Gettysburg to Graceland" album, which consisted of stories taking place during the Civil War, Cheevers was personally invited to be the supporting act for what would turn out to be Johnny Cash’s final tour.Texas to Tennessee is filled with perfectly crafted stories of characters from several time periods.  Songs such as "Drivin’ That Mercury" and "Me & Dan & the Spoonman" are reminisces on life in a simpler time, while songs like "Jesse Lee Kincaid" are set in a more "Old West" landscape. Joy Lynn White supplies harmony vocals on "Under the Bayou Moon" and "Memphis ‘til Monday" will set your toe to tapping with its infectious horn lines and catchy chorus.Cheevers voice calls to mind Willie Nelson, but still maintains enough character to be distinct.  His songwriting is strong and the musicianship and production on the album are top notch.  It’s well worth picking up if you enjoy being transported to far off places and times while never leaving your living room.