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What reaches the room
Thomas Wayne Hancock III, known on stage as Wayne The Train Hancock, is a legendary figure in American roots music. Born May 1, 1965, in Dallas, Texas, he earned the nickname “Wayne The Train” for his blistering live shows and relentless touring. Often hailed as the King of Juke Joint Swing, Hancock fuses jazz, blues, western swing, country, and rockabilly to create a sound that’s unmistakably his own. This artist page highlights his journey from the debut that put him on the map to his latest studio work, plus upcoming tour stops you won’t want to miss.