Tish Hinojosa (Joel McColl opening)

Tish Hinojosa's songs blend the genres of country, folk and Hispanic music in a way  that can only be described as a musical melting pot; unique and  insightful.  She sings and writes in Spanish and English and has many  bilingual songs, including a full album of children’s songs that has  often been used by teachers as a tool for teaching the Spanish language.  The Chicago Tribune put it succinctly “Simply put, Hinojosa is a first-class songwriter.”

So, how many hats has Joel McColl worn?  One half of the American Song Festival semifinalist duo McColl & Tracey?  The 20 year producer/emcee/judge of the O Henry World Championship Pun Off and the 2007 International Punster of the Year?  One half of the writing duo Midlife Crisis that performed in comedy clubs and bars for 15 yrs?  An artist in residence for 16 years at the acclaimed songwriter venue NeWorlDeli?  The answer is yes.