Album Notes

Thomas Michael Riley’s CD, Wild Town Texas, may well be the best compilation of genuine Texas music since the days of Willis Allen Ramsey, Viva Terlingua, and early Clint Black.

On "Wild Town Texas," Riley's stories include love, heroes, hunting, and heaven and hell; sometimes told with devilish humor, others with stirring poignancy, and all with passionate vocals over rich musical layers. - San Antonio Express

Best known as hit songwriter for Gary P. Nunn, (including Red-neck Riviera and Cow Pasture Pool), Thomas Michael Riley is a talented new artist, blending the best of his original lyrics and melodies into musical arrangements second to none.

“Received your CD and it is really great. I will be playing several cuts but I do believe my favorite is "Perfectly Normal".....what a song ! Come by and see me the next time you are in the area.” Music Director - KBEC

“Wild Town Texas and Thomas Michael are true to Texas music. Our listeners can’t get enough.” Music Director - KFAN

Thomas Michael Riley’s band, featuring Bart Trotter (six-time National Fiddle Champion), and Mark Foshee (extraordinary acoustic guitar and harmony), teams up with acoustic guitar legend Brian Sutton and Bruce Bouton on dobro and steel.

“I really like his music. He’s original…the stories he tells with his songs set him apart” - Tom T. Hall

Thomas Michael Riley’s accomplishments include
- Two-time "Hill Country Entertainer of the Year”
- Seven CDs and more than 200 original songs
- Three Texas Music Chart Hits

His musical career includes live performances with Texas music heavyweights

Jerry Jeff Walker Floyd Domino Merle Haggard Pat Green
Gary P. Nunn Michael Murphy Freddy Powers Johnny Gimble