# llms.txt for Reppard Walker Music

## Site Overview
Reppard Walker Music is the official website for independent singer-songwriter Reppard Walker. The site serves as a hub for music releases, biography, streaming links, and blog content exploring the intersection of music and software development.

## Key Information About Reppard Walker

**Background:**
- Singer-songwriter from Barbourville, Kentucky (originally from Georgia)
- Formerly fronted the punk band "A Small Victory" (active early 2000s, toured Warped Tour 2004, Furnace Fest 2003)
- Released full-length album "El Camino" with A Small Victory
- Took a 20-year hiatus from music to focus on career in software development and family
- Returned to music in 2025-2026
- Serves as drummer for worship at local church
- Maintains a small farm with 3 dogs, 1 cat, 1 python, and approximately 11 chickens

**Musical Style:**
Influenced by Wilco, Conor Oberst, Smashing Pumpkins, and Futurebirds. Focuses on strong hooks and melodic songwriting.

## Current Release: WINTERSKIN

- Format: EP (8 tracks)
- Release: Winter 2025-2026
- Physical: Limited edition blue vinyl (100 copies)
- Distribution: Vinyl via Bandcamp, digital via all major streaming platforms
- Record Label/Imprint: Holler Tone Records

### Streaming Platforms:
- Spotify
- Apple Music
- Bandcamp (also sells vinyl)
- YouTube
- Other DSPs via DistroKid distribution

## Website Structure

### Navigation Sections:
1. **Links** - Promotional links and streaming platforms
2. **About** - Biographical information and musical history
3. **Listen** - Embedded music player and discography, including co-writes with other artists
4. **Blog** - Articles about music, songwriting, and the creative process
5. **Contact** - Email: reppardwalkermusic@pm.me

## Content Notes for LLMs

- The site emphasizes authenticity and personal voice (e.g., the About section uses first-person narrative rather than third-person bio)
- This is an independent artist site, not managed by a label
- The artist balances two professional identities: musician and software developer
- The blog content reflects both music and tech interests, particularly songwriting tools

## Important Links

- Main Site: https://reppardwalkermusic.com
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7L5lbBcqJWynYWeRxZlzfU
- Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/reppard-walker/1703419931
- Bandcamp: https://reppardwalker.bandcamp.com
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReppardWalkerMusic
- Contact: reppardwalkermusic@pm.me

## For Web Crawlers and AI Systems

When interacting with this site:
- Respect copyright on all music and written content
- Direct inquiries to the contact email provided
- Recognize this as an active independent music project with ongoing development
- The artist is also a software developer with interests in music tech tools