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Updates

Notes, news, and what's on the horizon.

Next dates to be announced — booking fall and winter shows now.

Past Events

America 250 Labor Day Party — Private party, Sunday, September 6, 2026.

Thanks to Keith and Annette Grillot for hosting a terrific America 250 Labor Day party, and for having me and AJ Lynne play music for the evening.

Jim Botsford singing and playing acoustic guitar in front of a flag and fireworks backdrop AJ Lynne singing and playing guitar in front of a flag and fireworks backdrop

Live at Black Label Tavern — Milford. Saturday, August 29, 2026, 6–9 pm.

131 S Milford Rd, Milford, MI → open in maps

Shamrock Festival — St. Patrick Catholic Parish, Brighton. June 12–14, 2026.

Played 2 sets Saturday June 13 — Main Stage (1–3 pm) and dinner in the Catholic School Gym (5–6 pm).

Featured songwriter at the Songwriters Circle — River's Edge Brewery, Milford. Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 6–8 pm.

125 S Main St, Milford, MI → open in maps

Bob's Barn Thursday Night

Another great night of music at Bob's Barn. Many thanks to Bob and Sandy for hosting and providing such a great music space.

Performer at Bob's Barn singing into harmonica with acoustic guitar Performer seated on stool playing acoustic guitar at Bob's Barn Performer standing with acoustic guitar in front of artwork at Bob's Barn

Booking acoustic shows around southeast Michigan — coffee houses, bars, breweries, and private events.

Available for weddings and small gatherings.

Currently working on new recordings.

Continuing study at Fur Peace Ranch with Jorma Kaukonen.