Hello Heartache - December 2023 - coming to all streaming platforms and to Bandcamp. Thank you to everyone who helped make this wonderful piece of music happen! @chrisforteguitar Chris Hambone Cameron, @skoalie02 John Missik, @blankenshipband @jeffersonstparadeband Jefferson Street Studios, @blockhousebloom Andy, @patculleybass @stratochuckster and to @elmforest_ for the amazing cover art - thank you all! See you at the release party on 12/8/23 - written by J. C. Clements copyright 2021

This song was written in honor of the women I served while I was teaching a course on boundaries and healthy communication at a local domestic violence and sexual assault shelter. I had played the song for them and out locally in my area. Then, a few years later, I lost a friend to domestic violence. Her beautiful joy and passion for helping others was lost to the world. Within a few years, I lost another friend, who I deeply respected and who helped our family through a very tough time. I had trouble believing that this was possible. I decided right then, this song would have a purpose. I wanted to use it as a mechanism to raise awareness of and work to combat domestic violence. Money raised from the sale of this song on Bandcamp will be donated to the Desert Rose domestic violence shelter in Martinsville, Indiana. Thank you.

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Soul Pollution - by J. C. Clements and Chris Forte Art - Emily Medsker Producers - J. C.Clements and Andy Beargie Engineer - Ben Fowler Lead Guitar - Chris Forte Guitar - Jason Blankenship Keys, Synth, Vibes - Chris “Hambone” Cameron Bass - Pat Culley Drums - Rob Davis Additional Drums - John Missik Percussion - Andy Beargie

Understanding someone who is struggling and feels alone is the first step to helping them guide their own recovery. This song is about that for me. Moving from surviving to thriving, hopefully every day. Film of live performance Abby Cannon, Video Production - Frtzln - Fiverr (Indonesia)

Thrilled to get getting added to playlists around the world. Please give them a followPlaylist links for aug 3 2023 Beyond the BridgePlaylist links for aug 3 2023 Beyond the Bridge Corsa, Camminata, e allenamento Radio Caviar Best Music ZeRock Radio Indie Wanderlust https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6KQCvgh6XYolbHkYPTtRNL Kings and Queens Songs with Yallternative energy B side guys Rock and Groove Rock El Mundo https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Owf8ydUHG7A08yLQjsi8D The Joss List https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5JFR87mASgXF4K42YpHajv Hits Style Road Trip Folk Americana Lobello Records Music Addict Only Indie Music https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3f0H8eZFxxPYLE3w2KiJs9?si=f8eca61775984e64&nd=1 Rock Blues Brasil https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3hzDjBLJaC4DGWAgmGrSPH?si=15723967160643c9&nd=1 Popcorn https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6p2dUtLADG5KSlpdhKJUWw?si=HGLBlB8IQW-u0W_xO1OtMQ&nd=1 Montreal Radio https://www.montrealradiocite.com/ The best music of the week https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7qSunOtjP0XBc6gbEnHkdc?si=96fdd6a19ac7454a.&nd=1 RU Rock https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4XOFRV0j33LhJH7kE01RKu?si=048fe089fcb84dbb&nd=1 Red Wave https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6zNPZs1lH7kihyF8yMFVTW?si=W807giJOQI2pqz5Uc5iAkg%0A&nd=1 dreamy paradise https://open.spotify.com/playlist/257yMKpAVNpRiCuoXTZVUs Reflecsons https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5ZfUKJL3TUtlCjzRhMaxrw Rock Blues Brazil https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3hzDjBLJaC4DGWAgmGrSPH?si=48c421257b9d43bf&nd=1 La Hora del Terrock https://www.lahoradelterrock.com/tongas-its-alive-sala-scd-bellavista/ 8 M …. Musica https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0WlJD7vJfEwtaarY8RdfU8?si=14cb2e61ac864079&nd=1 Brazilianmacca https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=758160019652986&set=pb.100063769831963.-2207520000. Corsa, Camminata, e allenamento Radio Caviar Best Music ZeRock Radio Indie Wanderlust https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6KQCvgh6XYolbHkYPTtRNL Kings and Queens Songs with Yallternative energy B side guys Rock and Groove Rock El Mundo https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Owf8ydUHG7A08yLQjsi8D The Joss List https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5JFR87mASgXF4K42YpHajv Hits Style Road Trip Folk Americana Lobello Records Music Addict Only Indie Music https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3f0H8eZFxxPYLE3w2KiJs9?si=f8eca61775984e64&nd=1 Rock Blues Brasil https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3hzDjBLJaC4DGWAgmGrSPH?si=15723967160643c9&nd=1 Popcorn https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6p2dUtLADG5KSlpdhKJUWw?si=HGLBlB8IQW-u0W_xO1OtMQ&nd=1 Montreal Radio https://www.montrealradiocite.com/ The best music of the week https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7qSunOtjP0XBc6gbEnHkdc?si=96fdd6a19ac7454a.&nd=1 RU Rock https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4XOFRV0j33LhJH7kE01RKu?si=048fe089fcb84dbb&nd=1 Red Wave https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6zNPZs1lH7kihyF8yMFVTW?si=W807giJOQI2pqz5Uc5iAkg%0A&nd=1 dreamy paradise https://open.spotify.com/playlist/257yMKpAVNpRiCuoXTZVUs Reflecsons https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5ZfUKJL3TUtlCjzRhMaxrw Rock Blues Brazil https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3hzDjBLJaC4DGWAgmGrSPH?si=48c421257b9d43bf&nd=1 La Hora del Terrock https://www.lahoradelterrock.com/tongas-its-alive-sala-scd-bellavista/ 8 M …. Musica https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0WlJD7vJfEwtaarY8RdfU8?si=14cb2e61ac864079&nd=1 Brazilianmacca https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=758160019652986&set=pb.100063769831963.-2207520000.

Really, this song is about liberating yourself from #drama and feeling #free - thank you to Abbey Cannon for the amazing video work! She will be very in demand soon. At Brown County Inn, Nashville, IN - July 2023

J. C. Clements, Jason Blankenship, Ron Kadish, and Miles Demaso rock out Paragon, a song written by Chris Forte and J. C. Clements during their show in their favorite Southern Indiana spot, the Corn Crib at the Brown County Inn, Nashville, IN. June 2023

This song is about the people and place I turn to in those times when life seems to be so hard that you struggle to get through moment to moment. They remind me that I am meant for joy and happiness and I should be treated with compassion and kindness.

Liquid Lunches is a #party #manifesto that shouts back at the cultural norm in #america that puts work in front of everything. #genx is changing that norm in a big way, and I couldn't be more proud. It also features the Slippery Noodle Inn, a place near and dear to my heart. Liquid Lunches is inspired by a true story and a great day at work.

Addiction is a family struggle, no one goes through it or is affected by it alone. This song was written when I was living through a very tough time when someone I love dear in my family was struggling with drug use. My hope is that this song will serve to help people heal and talk about the impact that addiction has on a family. I hope my story and my life show that healing is possible and there is joy after the heartache. My friend, and co-writer, Chris Forte added musically to the number.

I wrote this song when I was teaching a class on boundaries to women housed in secured domestic violence and sexual assault shelter. They are truly my heroes. Then, I added to it when I later lost two friends to domestic violence. My hope is that through this song and the conversation around it, more women will become educated on the red flags and warning signs and will reach out and seek help when they find themselves in the cycle.

To celebrate our homecoming at Brown County Inn, Nashville, Indiana - we are releasing a new music video! "If She Only Knew Me" - written by J. C. Clements. It was recorded in Evanston, IL with Jim Reeves engineering the project and I produced the work. Pookie Young from Lil' Ed and the Blues Imperials is on bass, Chris Winters is on Slide, Jason Blankenship is playing guitar, and Rick King is the drummer. I am one lucky musician! Hope you enjoy and hope to see you out tonight at Brown County Inn, Nashville, Indiana 6/3/2023 8 pm

Distance was written after reading a book of short stories I borrowed off my roommate, she was not a nice person. I hustled to my room and wrote this song pretty quickly, went back to check the author of the book and she had hidden it away. We didn't live together very long, and the experience with her only gives this song more meaning. Words and Lyrics by J. C. Clements

When you have reached that point where you know you aren't being treated well, and you have earned the respect you are not being given you just need to get back to the people and place where you are loved the most. That is what this is all about. Paragon is that place for me, or just outside of it really, it is the city closest to my family's farm. This was recorded in April of 2023. In this video - Ron Kadish on bass, Miles Demaso on drums, Chuck Wills on keys/slide guitar, Jason Blankenship on guitar, and J. C. Clements on guitar and lead vocals. The recording is from the upcoming release by J. C. Clements.

This song is all about having a crew that you work with that is so great it is easy to sneak out early and hit a bar together and have a blast. I had a crew like that at Atterbury Job Corps, and one day a great friend decided that it would be totally worth the write up to have a drink or two on an extended lunch hour. It was epic. I was so proud of him that I wrote this song. Thank you Joseph Dosterglick, you are an inspiration. Written by J. C. Clements and Patrick Culley.

Super Excited! The video for Liquid Lunches will launch today in celebration of my upcoming gig at the Slippery Noodle Inn, Indianapolis, IN 4/28/23 at 8 pm. I will be playing for #FDIC2023, such an honor to play this venue and with this crew! Spot the two Easter Eggs in the video and let me know the night of the 4/28/23 and I will buy you a beverage! Call me, let me know what you think about the video! 812-360-4400

When #life and #work gets to you, get away from it all with some #liquidlunches with #friends. Nothing beats a great bar, and the Slippery Noodle Inn is one of the best! I wrote this song for my friends from Atterbury, who have a satallite campus in #downtownindy that sits really close to the Noodle. I am so grateful for the family and staff that keep the Noodle thriving, it is the cornerstone of cool in downtown Indianapolis. It is such an honor to play that stage. I couldn't think of anywhere else that would more perfect to have the first release off my new album. Thank you all so much!

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Getting ready for a lot of fun and we want to invite you all to join! We will be at the Slippery Noodle on 2/10/23 and at the Folk Alliance in Kansas City, MO on 2/1/23 - see you there! Thank you @Bloomingtonartscommission for your support!

After the Home and Garden show @all_around_indy @around_indy come on over to @slipperynoodleindy and party with us! You deserve this, you earned this, you worked hard all week and it's your money to burn! #womensupportingwomen #ladiesnight #womenofamericana We will have exclusive merch for the night and a good time for sure. The Naptown crew is family, come on down and be a part of it. Our first release from our new album, Liquid Lunches!

Growing up in Indiana @johnmellencamp gave you hope as a musician. He makes you believe that you can play music & be cool & be from Indiana. This means a lot to me, coming from my hometown of Martinsville. Sports are king, arts are not as valued. People constantly are communicating that NO ONE makes a living off music, but we can always point to that THAT GUY FROM SEYMOUR, and really so many more. John has that Hoosier grit and authenticity that I love. His lyrics are pure blue-collar kiss my ass and I love that too. As Americana is gaining in popularity and people are learning more about the backbone of the genre it is wonderful to find more and more people discovering him for the first time and falling in love with him all over again. Here's hoping they do a Hoosier State Showcase @americanafest - we would have a lot to offer for sure. Jason Wilbur, @john_hiatt_music, @michaelclevelandfiddle , @guitsteel (Junior Brown), @carrienewcomer @bigdamnband, the Kinsey Report - the bench is deep. @govholcomb @repandrecarson - can we make this dream happen?? I know you got arts dollars to invest :-) #johnmellencamprocks #hoosierproud #morethancorninindiana🌽 #indianauniversitybloomington #womenofamericana

I was a lucky kid, my grandparent's farmhouse in rural Indiana had so much love & routine, & a real sense of contributing to other people's well being. The building blocks of happiness, I think. Chores = acts of love. Classic country, our soundtrack. This Kitty Wells cover is a favorite of mine. I hope you enjoy listening as much as we did playing it. When you can mix music and family you can always count on fun. #happy #family #music #indiana #indianauniversity #classiccountrymusic #grandparents #takamine #americanamusic #womenofamericana @billmonroecampground