Ranging from straight-up twang to churchly harmonies and populated by characters drawn straight from rural and small-town America, they launch from places like the overpass outside Perry’s beloved hometown of New Auburn, Wisconsin (population currently 562), a gospel service in a granary, and the kitchen floor of a woman about to drop a world of hurt on her drunken husband. Raised in rural Wisconsin by farmers, preachers, and tough country women, his songs reflect 'certain wisdoms' available only from whistlers, frauds, and sinners.
Michael Perry 's original songs are a direct reflection of his life experiences.
