Feeding the Senses Unsensored - Episode 122 - Doc Downs - Musician

After a promising start in the music world, Doc Downs faced an unexpected battle with MS that sidelined his budding career for a decade. But his passion for music never wavered. Now, with a renewed spirit and the fire to perform, he's back on stage, leading a powerhouse trio with drummer Nathan Fleming and bassist Jimmy Flynn. Together, they blend raw emotion and skilled musicianship, delivering energy packed, modern blues music that connects with the heart and soul.

The Next Round is the next new thing for musician Doc Downs. Formerly the bassist for several well-loved Nashville rock bands, including Dreaming in English and Kim’s Fable, Doc has been in the music scene for over two decades. However, life took an unexpected turn for Doc when his ability to play professionally was impaired by Multiple Sclerosis. Eight years passed while he struggled with the frustration of losing his ability to maneuver a fret board and make a bass or a guitar hum like he’d done for decades. Then a pandemic hit, and while the outside world hit pause, Doc found time to focus inward. The desire to play again started to outweigh the frustration of no longer having the dexterity he once found effortless. Guitar in hand and ego laid aside, his fingers found the strings again and songs began to flow. . . but this time he played the blues. With a little encouragement from lifelong friends in the industry, Doc got back on a stage and started recording again. His gratitude to be able to play again is what spearheaded his next band, Doc Downs and The Next Round, and blues fans have started to take notice.

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