Mason Jennings

Mason Jennings is an American popfolk singersongwriter. He is well known for his simple yet catchy melodies, intimate lyrics, literary and historical themes, and distinctive voice. His music has appeared in the surf film Shelter and he has toured extensively.

In early 2008 Jennings signed with Jack Johnsons record label, Brushfire Records. Jennings released In the Ever in May 2008. The title was inspired by his son referring to where he was before he was born as, In the ever. Jennings and Johnson met at Gustavus Adolphus Colleges Earth Jam in 2001 when Jennings was scheduled as Johnsons opening act. Jennings announced at the Elemental Experience Music amp Arts Festival in San Diego, California on May 2, 2009, that he would be releasing a new album in summer 2009. He also mentioned that he would have music on the soundtrack for the documentary 180 South. The documentary was released in March 2010.

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