Jim Duff Releases More Than Love, A Deeply Personal New Project Rooted in Fatherhood, Resilience, and Reflection – Out Now

CINCINNATI, OH — Acclaimed American singer-songwriter Jim Duff is set to unveil his powerful new project, More Than Love, a heartfelt collection of songs that reflects the emotional depth, honesty, and resilience that have defined his more than three-decade career.

Listen to More Than Love – HERE!

An accomplished singer-songwriter, poet, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, Jim Duff has spent a lifetime crafting songs that speak directly to the human experience. With more than 300 original songs to his name, Duff has built a body of work that draws from folk, Americana, country, blues, jazz, and rock, creating a sound that is both timeless and unmistakably his own.

Raised in Kentucky and later based in Cincinnati, Duff was shaped by the influence of legendary storytellers including Waylon Jennings, Kris Kristofferson, Guy Clark, Bob Dylan, John Prine, and Townes Van Zandt. Those influences helped form a songwriting voice grounded in truth, vulnerability, perseverance, and the beauty found in everyday life.

Throughout his career, Duff has toured extensively across the United States and Puerto Rico, bringing his emotionally rich live performances to renowned venues including The Bluebird Cafe in Nashville, Old Quarter Acoustic Café in Galveston, Cactus Cafe in Austin, the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, and Southgate House Revival near Cincinnati. His performances have earned a reputation for their authenticity, powerful storytelling, and emotional resonance.

At the heart of More Than Love is a profound sense of love, family, and spiritual connection. The title track, “More Than Love,” is one of Duff’s most intimate recordings to date. Inspired by his children, the song was born from the emotional reality of being physically separated from his newborn and oldest son. Rather than relying on grand production, Duff chose simplicity to let the emotion lead.

Featuring only piano, bass, and guitar, all performed by Duff himself, “More Than Love” creates a quiet and deeply moving atmosphere. Every note feels intentional, allowing the song’s tenderness and longing to take center stage. The result is a raw and honest expression of a parent’s love that feels deeply personal yet universally relatable.

The project also features “Walk With Me,” another standout track that captures a deeply meaningful moment between Duff and his youngest son. Inspired by a simple afternoon walk through Washington Park, the song grew out of an unexpected moment of reflection and spiritual clarity. What began as a father-son outing evolved into one of the most spiritually resonant songs Duff has ever written.

Listen to Walk With Me – HERE!

“Walk With Me” explores themes of presence, connection, and faith, offering listeners a glimpse into a moment that transformed an ordinary day into something lasting and profound. Adding to its emotional weight, Duff wrote, produced, performed, mixed, and mastered the song entirely on his own, making it a true reflection of his artistry and vision.

More Than Love arrives as another testament to Duff’s remarkable strength and dedication. Despite surviving stage four cancer and continuing ongoing treatments, Duff has remained creatively unstoppable, continuing to write, record, perform, and release music with unwavering purpose.

For Jim Duff, songwriting has always been more than craft. It is a way of making sense of life’s joys, hardships, and fleeting moments. With More Than Love, he offers listeners a project that feels deeply human, reminding us that the simplest truths are often the most powerful.

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