My name is Joe West. My home town is Fayetteville Ark. but I now live in Nashville Tn. and love it. I currently tour with The Nashville Songwriters Tour in support of The Mikel Foundation. My musical influences are James Taylor, Merle Haggard,Stevie Wonder and Kenny Loggins. I am a survivor of a dissected aorta and am greatful for every breath I take. Trully grateful for The Beating Of My Heart.