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Let it be known that Casey Abrams is the scruffiest, friendliest, most laid back artist I’ve had the pleasure of talking to. He recently played a couple "Porch Sessions" and so I thought it would only be fitting to invite him on our porch for the interview! 

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If you remember Casey as an American Idol Season 10 finalist and fan favorite then you recall the beard, the intensely signature raspy vocals, and the smooch he laid on judge Jennifer Lopez. What I didn’t know is that in addition to his incredible voice he plays a staggering 11 instruments… by ear no less.

Since Idol, Abrams has toured with his fellow season 10 American Idol cast mates, collaborated with Haley Reinhart on the holiday classic, Baby, It's Cold Outside and has released his self titled debut album.

If you are looking to groove to breezy melodies and jazzy instrumentation, then pick this album up! Be sure to watch our interview for a special acoustic performance of Stuck In London, but also to see just how long that beard has grown since Idol!