John Fullbright Itinerary

John Fullbright Itinerary

From one of Oklahoma’s tiniest towns to some of America's most prestigious performance halls, Fullbright’s story is a truly fascinating one. While his music career is just beginning, Fullbright has already made a profound impact on his home state and American music in general. Follow the fascinating trajectory of Fullbright’s journey starting in his hometown of Bearden and the nearby town of Okemah, birthplace of folk icon Woody Guthrie. From there, follow the trail to the studios that produced his first albums and the venues that grew his audience.

Bearden


Bearden, Oklahoma
Bearden, OK
Bearden, OK

Stop 1: Bearden, Oklahoma

Found on the outskirts of Okemah, the town of Bearden may be too small for even a post office, but it nonetheless had a large impact on the young John Fullbright. His music has become inseparable from his hometown where he now lives in the farmhouse he grew up in. In fact, many of Fullbright’s songs have been written on the old piano that still sits in his childhood home.

Start from: Bearden, OK, Bearden, OK

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Arrive at: 401 W Broadway St, Okemah, OK

Okemah


Crystal Theatre located at 401 W. Broadway St. in Okemah, Oklahoma
401 W Broadway St
Okemah, OK

Stop 2: Crystal Theatre

During his many performances at the Woody Guthrie Folk Festival, John Fullbright has often played at Okemah’s historic Crystal Theatre.

Start from: 401 W Broadway St, Okemah, OK

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Arrive at: Broadway St & 3rd St, Okemah, OK

Woody Guthrie statue located in downtown Okemah, Oklahoma
Broadway St & 3rd St
Okemah, OK

Stop 3: Statue of Woody Guthrie

While the legendary figure of Woody Guthrie has certainly been an influence on Fullbright’s songwriting, Fullbright has stated that it was Guthrie’s articles and stories that had the strongest impact. That’s no surprise considering the powerful images and stories that come to life in Fullbright’s own lyrics.

Start from: Broadway St & 3rd St, Okemah, OK

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Arrive at: 704 Date St, Okemah, OK

 Okemah High School located at 704 Date St. Okemah, Oklahoma
704 Date St
Okemah, OK

Stop 4: Okemah High School

While still attending Okemah High, the preternaturally gifted John Fullbright was already hard at work on performing his music. Nights and weekends, the young Fullbright could be found at Okemah restaurants, playing folk and country covers as well as testing out original material.

Start from: 704 Date St, Okemah, OK

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Arrive at: 115 Hal Muldrow Dr, Norman, OK

Norman


John Fullbright's sound check at The Blue Door in 2015
115 Hal Muldrow Dr
Norman, OK

Stop 5: 115 Recording

John Fullbright recorded and mixed his studio debut "From the Ground Up" at friend/producer Wes Sharon’s 115 Recording in Norman. The record went on to earn Fullbright acclaim from audiences and critics alike.

Start from: 115 Hal Muldrow Dr, Norman, OK

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Arrive at: 2805 N McKinley Ave, Oklahoma City, OK

Oklahoma City


The Blue Door located at 2805 N. McKinley Ave. in Oklahoma City
2805 N McKinley Ave
Oklahoma City, OK

Stop 6: The Blue Door

The Blue Door has been one of the most influential venues in John Fullbright’s career. Not only is his first album called "Live at the Blue Door," but owner Greg Johnson eventually became Fullbright’s manager. Fullbright still plays this legendary OKC venue regularly.

Start from: 2805 N McKinley Ave, Oklahoma City, OK

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Arrive at: 100 N University Dr, Edmond, OK

Edmond


Mitchell Hall located at the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond, OK
100 N University Dr
Edmond, OK

Stop 7: Mitchell Hall at UCO

The University of Central Oklahoma’s beautiful performance hall is one of several Oklahoma venues that John Fullbright plays on a regular basis.

Start from: 100 N University Dr, Edmond, OK

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Arrive at: 423 N Main St, Tulsa, OK

Tulsa


Cain's Ballroom located at 423 E. Main St. in Tulsa, Oklahoma
423 N Main St
Tulsa, OK

Stop 8: Cain's Ballroom

John Fullbright has taken the stage many times at Cain’s Ballroom, sometimes with other acclaimed Oklahoma musicians such as John Moreland and Samantha Crain.

Start from: 423 N Main St, Tulsa, OK

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Arrive at: 102 E Mathew B. Brady St, Tulsa, OK

The Woody Guthrie Center located at 102 E. Brady St. in Tulsa, Oklahoma
102 E Mathew B. Brady St
Tulsa, OK

Stop 9: Woody Guthrie Center

Being from Okemah, John Fullbright certainly has felt the influence of folk legend Woody Guthrie and has even participated in concerts sponsored by Tulsa’s Woody Guthrie Center.

Start from: 102 E Mathew B. Brady St, Tulsa, OK

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Arrive at: 200 SE 2nd St, Bartlesville , OK

Bartlesville


Frank and Lola's located at 200 E. 2nd St. in Bartlesville, OK
200 SE 2nd St
Bartlesville , OK

Stop 10: Frank & Lola's Neighborhood Restaurant

A regular stop for Fullbright, Frank and Lola’s Neighborhood Restaurant has also been the venue for a series of special performances Fullbright put on as part of Bartlesville music festival OKMozart’s Original Artist Concert Series.

Start from: 200 SE 2nd St, Bartlesville , OK

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Arrive at: , , OK

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