The Texas music scene is at it again with the release of veteran harmonica sideman turned singer/songwriter Jimmy Ruggiere’s debut CD “Nicer Guy”. Under the direction of Chris Gage, producer/engineer/musician extraordinaire at his MoonHouse Studio in Austin, Tx., along with a who’s who of Austin players, these ten songs import a fresh yet retro energy to a classic genre. This album grooves like nobody’s business. The self-penned album of original, slice-of-life stories is hewn from reflections only careful honesty delivers. Each track on “Nicer Guy” manages to capture a bit of genuine soul, humor and truth while treating you to surprising twists and insight along the way. Eclectic. Eccentric. Real.