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His love of singing, performing and writing took him to places he had only dreamed of (or seen in the magazines he poured over every month). Those dreams carried him across the country playing everything from dives, casinos, supper clubs and event centers. Over time he has gleaned the stories and adventures of traveling as a musician, as well as a recording artist, for 40 years! The road started with “bar fights, open mics, spandex tights and crazy nights” which led eventually to being a critically acclaimed songwriter whose songs have been heard around the globe. Rose and the Thorn represents a new curve in the road, marrying Briggs’ old time jazz and classical styles with Kevin’s background in rock, pop, country and blues. Together they sparked the finest and most poignant songs of his career. Their songs paint a picture of what we, as humanity, can all identify with. It’s something Kevin is truly proud of. UPDATE: Recently, Kevin had a reunion with his old band Rockfarmer. 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Later she joined with Kevin Michael Leis with whom she co-produced the album, Affinity. Briggs enjoys “noodling” on the piano which is where she often gets song ideas and also playing both soprano and baritone ukuleles. This new venture, Rose and the Thorn, is an opportunity to exercise her songwriting abilities, to sing lead, and co-create a unique style of music that tells the stories of our lives. https://www.roseandthethorn.com/home daily 1.0 2026-01-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/609bf0a8dd46ca7e67d59bba/9bbd1446-6f7a-4cb7-b3c2-bd8142fa3f23/Briggs+and+Keving+Singing_Closeup.jpeg Home - Rose and the Thorn is the creative collaboration of Briggs Geister and Kevin Michael Leis, Colorado’s musical storytellers. MOJO is here! 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