Jeffrey A. Meyer

Singer-Songwriter Jeffrey A. Meyer Espouses the Wonders of Romance in New Upbeat Ballad, “Easy With You”
StreamLINE Music Blog June 8, 2022
The sky is the limit for Santa Cruz based recording artist Jeffrey A. Meyer. The singer-songwriter who was born and raised in North Dakota, channels his music creativity into a wondrous amalgamation of sound which includes pop, rock, folk, funk and underpinnings of country. Such a diverse palette of music!

Jeffrey’s extensive music background includes his time as a co-founder and member of a rock band, The Fillers, who had a successful touring run across the upper Midwest U.S., however, Jeffrey is now in the throes of a blossoming solo career which he has manifested into a debut album titled Wilder Times. The “Wilder Times” album is a project which consists of 12 marvelous songs and compositions resulting from a variety of international collaborations, including Dave Roe, who is acclaimed for his work as a bass player for over a decade for music icon Johnny Cash.

Jeffrey A. Meyer
The songs on the album are extremely engaging in lyrical content and concepts while also possessing an illustrative musicality that gives the illusion of telling a story which each note that you hear. With that said, we’re going to spotlight a single from Jeffrey’s 12-piece gem called “Easy With You”. This pop/rock single is a light-hearted, jovial song which touches on the joyous aspects of romance…a romance where both parties are actively engaged in the relationship and not taking for granted the simple things they do for each other.

Jeffrey shares a quick backstory about “Easy With You” as he reflects, “I wrote and recorded this song in my self-built 5×10 wood tiny camper that I live in. The song was recorded on my birthday. It is in promotion for my debut album “Wilder Times.” The album was just released on 6/3“.

The instrumentation of “Easy With You” is bright, crisp and has a lively pizazz to it which is accentuated by a twangy, lead guitar riff that drives the melodic component of the song. The phrase creates an enthralling groove that ropes you in as Jeffrey provides an illuminating vocal performance. I feel that his easy-going, yet emotive vocal delivery adds to the overall cheery aura that the song brings about. Hey, after hearing tons of sad songs that are out there and tales of doom related to love, “Easy With You” is a breath of fresh air. Jeffrey conveys the sentiments of the song perfectly sounding like a man simply happy as all get out with his relationship.

“Easy With You” is available on all streaming platforms, and you can check it out for yourself via the Spotify link below. Make sure to stream it! Playlist it! and save it to your Favorites Library! Please share this spectacular tune on your socials as well. We’ve also enclosed the full-length lyrics further below so you can sing along with the track!

Also, don’t miss out on the opportunity to listen to the other 11 dazzling selections from Jeffrey’s new “Wilder Times” album, including our personal favorite “Red Morning”. Read on further below to connect with Jeffrey A. Meyer and learn more about his extensive music journey. Enjoy!

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Connect with Jeffrey A. Meyer
Website: https://www.jeffreyjammeyer.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffreyjammeyer
TikTok: https://www.facebook.com/jeffreyjammeyer
More About Jeffrey A. Meyer
Santa Cruz based artist Jeffrey A. Meyer mixes a collection of sounds ranging from funk, folk, rock, to pop. Living in a self built 5X10 wood camper in the hills overlooking the coast, Jeffrey wrote a majority of the songs featured on his debut album “Wilder Times.” Love, heartbreak, good times, and life gave Jeffrey all the inspiration needed to write and record his album. “Wilder Times” is an international collaboration with musicians from the UK, Canada, Nashville, Fargo, and Bakersfield. Best known for backing up Johnny Cash on the bass for over a decade, Dave Roe can be heard keeping the groove on 5 songs featured on “Wilder Times”.

Jeffrey was born and raised in the plains of North Dakota before moving to California. Jeffrey was a co-founder and a songwriter in the rock band “The Fillers” who had great success touring all across the upper mid-west. 2022 is looking to become a breakout year for Jeffrey as he makes his return to the music scene with full force. Expect to see Jeffrey A. Meyer playing live with his full band, promoting new music, and sharing music videos. - Stream Line Music Blog

Singer-Songwriter Jeffrey A. Meyer Selected for The Opening Act Competition

The multi-genre artist was hand picked to compete for the opportunity to perform at the Hollywood Bowl for Audacy’s biggest concert of the year

SANTA CRUZ, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, July 5, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Jeffrey A. Meyer – the Santa Cruz-based singer-songwriter whose style is influenced by pop-rock, funk, and folk – is proud to announce his selection for The Opening Act, an online competition from Audacy.

The winner of the competition, to be determined over several rounds of online voting, will have the exciting opportunity to perform at Audacy’s annual We Can Survive concert at the Hollywood Bowl as well as a $10,000 prize.

In 2021, winning band Young In A Million opened for Coldplay, Black Eyed Peas, Doja Cat, Kid Laroi, and Shawn Mendes. The 2022 lineup will be announced in early August.

Meyer is honored to be chosen for the voting stage of the competition out of 23,000 applicants. 2022 has seen his triumphant return to music with the release of his debut album ‘Wilder Times’ on June 3rd, written from the wood camper Meyer built himself that overlooks the pacific coast from the hills of Santa Cruz.

The album is inspired by the polarities of life, its highs and lows, and is a piece of international collaboration with musicians from the UK, Canada, and across the US. Dave Roe, long-time bassist for Johnny Cash, is featured on five of the tracks.

“I did not expect to make it to this point when I entered. Now that I'm in, I plan on doing everything I can to win and perform at the historic Hollywood Bowl,” commented Meyer.

To vote for Jeffrey A. Meyer in The Opening Act competition, click here. - USA National Times

‘You are playing music and that’s what makes you cool’
By Frank Stanko • Daily News franks@wahpetondailynews.com Aug 25, 2022 Updated Oct 3, 2022
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‘You are playing music and that’s what makes you cool’
Jeffrey A. Meyer, originally from the Twin Towns Area, is excited about some upcoming North Dakota concerts. Those performances are in the planning stages, he said. 'I’m hoping to be back home playing by the tail end of 2022. I need to come home and play for the amazing folks that gave me this launch.'

Jeffrey A. Meyer has no regrets. The singer-songwriter-musician, who grew up in the Twin Towns Area, spent more than a month competing in the national Opening Act competition.

Meyer was eliminated from Opening Act after a round of wildcard voting that concluded Sunday, Aug. 21. The remaining contestants are seeking to be part of Audacy’s “We Can Survive” concert for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. It will take place sometime this fall at the Hollywood Bowl.

While it is difficult to top all the excitement surrounding Opening Act, the now California-based Meyer said the experience has given him a great launchpad.

“I plan on doing just that,” Meyer said. “I have my eyes zoomed in on the central coast as I’m continuing to promote my debut album ‘Wilder Times.’ I’m excited to start working with many premier venues up and down the coast.”

Playing the Golden State Theatre, downtown Monterey, California, is a dream that does not seem so far out of reach anymore for Meyer. He is excited about one of the state’s oldest and most prestigious venues and feels confident about passing through those doors.

Meyer is even more excited about some upcoming North Dakota concerts. Those performances are in the planning stages, he said.

“I’m hoping to be back home playing by the tail end of 2022. I need to come home and play for the amazing folks that gave me this launch,” Meyer said.

While he waits for his return visit, Meyer is promoting his new music video, “Easy With You.” Calling the experience a lot of fun, Meyer said he plans to do another music video with musician Joey Kuntz. The two men’s musical history includes the regional band The Fillers, which started in Fargo. It is all part of a journey that will continue past Opening Act.

“There is not a big enough thanks that I could ever give to so many people, but I will try,” Meyer said. “Thank you to everyone that fought alongside me during my quest to win this competition and play the Hollywood Bowl. Even though I did not win, this competition was nothing but a massive success. We blew it up.”


‘You are playing music and that’s what makes you cool’
The past year has been one continuous collection of 'Wilder Times' for Jeffrey A. Meyer. His time as an Opening Act contestant concluded with 'one of the most challenging, thrilling and emotional experiences of my life.'

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Meyer’s career is on a completely different level now, he said. He has “everyone back home” to thank for his fortune.

“I feel blessed to have received such a magnitude of support that my North Dakota friends and family gave me. From the bottom of my heart, thank you,” Meyer said.

The past year has been one continuous collection of “Wilder Times” for Meyer. His time as an Opening Act contestant concluded with “one of the most challenging, thrilling and emotional experiences of my life.”

“I will never forget the full band livestream show we did as we watched the countdown,” Meyer said. “With everyone’s heroic push and seconds remaining on the clock, we snuck into first place only to slip back into second within a fraction of a moment before the clock hit 0. The excitement was on an entirely different level for those short few seconds.”

Official results would be announced on the morning of Monday, Aug. 22. Everyone was feeling hopeful, Meyer said.

“We saw that first place and knew it wasn’t over until it was over. When I went home that night, I had felt an emotion that I had never felt before. Knowing that I had put everything I had into this without leaving an ounce on the table came a sense of satisfaction that reached all the way to my core. I was content with whatever the official results would be and I was able to breathe with a sense of relief,” Meyer said.


That feeling of peace was part of “a truly powerful moment that will live on with me for the rest of my life,” Meyer said.

Less than a week ago, North Dakota students went back to school. Meyer encourages young musicians, singers and songwriters to have fun.

“Find some friends and make some noise,” he said. “When you’re young, it doesn’t matter what you sound like. What matters is that you are doing it. You will only get better.”

By Meyer’s own admission, he was a terrible musician in high school. He could not tune a guitar or sing. Still, he recorded, released his music and played shows — all while having a blast doing so.

“It’s all about having fun. It doesn’t matter if you are learning your first chord or you can rip the ‘Free Bird’ solo. You are playing music and that’s what makes you cool,” Meyer said.

Meyer and his band, JAM W/The Fam, had such a fun time playing a livestream show during Opening Act, they plan on doing many more.

“To hear about any of my upcoming livestream shows or any of the latest news going on with my career you can easily follow me online,” Meyer said. “Simply go to my website, jeffreyjammeyer.com, or follow me on Facebook or Instagram @jeffreyjammeyer. North Dakota, I can’t wait to see you.”


Editor’s Note: The upcoming fall edition of Southern Valley Living magazine features more with Jeffrey Meyer. We look at how he got started in music, his memories of the Twin Towns Area and his life in California. Don’t miss it! - The Daily News

All in on ‘Wilder Times’
Former ND musician competes in national event
LOCAL NEWS
JUL 11, 2022

JENNIFER BRODAL
Staff Writer
jbrodal@minotdailynews.com



Submitted Photo Native North Dakota singer/songwriter Jeffrey Meyer, in Los Angeles, was selected to compete in “The Opening Act Competition.”

North Dakota native and musician Jeffrey Meyer is on a path to fame and hopes residents of his home state will help take him the rest of the way.

Originally from Wahpeton, Meyer has been living in Santa Cruz, California, for the past four years. He recently was chosen from among more than 23,000 applicants for the Opening Act Competition, in which the winner will receive a $10,000 grand prize and perform at Audacy’s annual “We Can Survive Concert” at the Hollywood Bowl.


Meyer said the competition is open to up-and-coming artists. Meyer survived the first couple of rounds and was just speechless that he made it in the contest.

“I’m looking for the community support of North Dakotans, because I plan on winning it all,” he said.

The way the competition works, Meyer said, is several rounds of voting take place. Starting today, people can vote once a day, every day, through September, on Meyer’s link. The competition is an online platform with contestants from all over the country. Last year’s winner was from Nashville, Meyer said.


Submitted Photo Jeffrey Meyer released his debut album, “Wilder Times,” on June 3.

People who want to vote for Meyer daily through September can go to jeffreyjammeyer.com and follow the opening act link to vote.


Meyer said he randomly acquired a guitar at a flea market with his grandmother as a kid and never imagined he wouldn’t be able to put it down.

Meyer was in a Fargo-based band for seven years called The Fillers, which achieved some success but ended up disbanding. He moved to the West Coast and decided to go “full throttle” with his latest attempt at getting his music out there, he said.

In December Meyer hooked up with Dave Roe, the last, long-time bassist for Johnny Cash, and created “Wilder Times,” his debut album released on June 3. Meyer said it was epic to get Roe to play on his album. - Minot Daily News