Portland-born songwriter Justin Hopkins understands the true definition of grassroots-Starting his career playing college living rooms as a student at University of Oregon, Hopkins deftly combined steely dan-esque guitar work with his soulful baritone to create a sound he called barefootsoul-His eagerness to play for anyone, anytime, anywhere soon earned Justin a loyal NW fanbase that continues to grow as he puts miles on his well-traveled jeep. With potent and relevant lyrics that seem to stay with the listener long after the music has ended...