Coming down from the mountains of Lock Haven, Pennsylvania and the Colorado Rockies, Travis "Fatman" Barner has long entertained crowds throughout the United States, performing at countless outdoor festivals, bluegrass jams and smoky bars. After several years, this unique and iconic performer is taking his blend of old-timey music and acoustic rock and roll and releasing his debut record worldwide on Diesel Thunder Productions. Everything about Fatman is big; a jolly and lovable man with a raw look that belies a voice like an angel and a heart to match. When you see Fatman, it's hard to imagine what he sounds like--but when he opens his mouth to sing, all of that changes. Fatman is a simple musician, singing traditional folk songs from a simpler time--stories of war and love and broken hearts. He's a window to America's rich musical past--from folk to bluegrass, blues to rock. "FRIENDS AND FAMILY" is the debut release for Fatman and on Philadelphia Label DIESEL THUNDER PRODUCTIONS, and features Fatman's collection of old traditional tunes and several of his own, Pink Floyd inspired creations. Produced by award-winning singer songwriter and national recording artist Dennis Magee Fallon (www.dennisfallon.com), Fatman's new album is a tight, short and sweet collection that draws us into Fatman's simple, heartfelt world. This extended edition (New for Christmas 2009) features newly remixed and remastered versions of the songs on "FRIENDS AND FAMILY" as well as five unreleased tracks that Fatman and Dennis produced in 2007 for a follow up (but never completed) album entitled "Heroes and Heartaches". This deluxe edition finally lets these Fatman recording see the light of day with this online-only release. WHAT THE PRESS HAS TO SAY: “A large fellow who possesses an equally large presence. When listening, Fatman's earthy acoustic fire will send chills dancing up your spine... ” -Centre Daily Times “Sound. Style. Selection. Sass. These are the things that make Fatman stand apart from the rest.” -Blue Weekly ----- Book Fatman Online @ bouldertalent.com/fatman -----