LEFT OF MEMPHIS - "rogue, folkroq songs about life, love & the pursuit of anything left of ordinary. . ." Leslie Merical & Marty Van Loan have been tapping the muse of eclectic appeal for 6 years with delightful results as the "band" Left of Memphis. Influenced by 30s swing, 60s folk & modern eclectic pop, their slice of life characters are given universal appeal. You know them - you sing their tunes. Audiences become part of the good time happening on stage, rather than merely observing the interaction between these two eloquent, down to earth songwriters.

A review by one seething, punk/metal magazine writer slammed their first cd, saying "the fluff of Left of Memphis is for the ilk who enjoy the likes of James Taylor, Fleetwood Mac & other such do-gooders." They celebrated the review! Another described Left of Memphis as "a long term romance, rather than a quick flame." This suited both Merical & Van Loan just fine, and they cordially invite you to join them for the long term with their second cd release in 2 years A Little Bit of Rain.

Their musical set at Russ & Julie's House Concerts included Jim Merical on electic guitar and Bill Doty on vocals. . . and everyone here had a wonderful time with Left of Memphis' wonderful harmonies and great melodies. This is good music!! Thanks for another great evening!!!