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The Racontourist

About the Substack

Hey there! I am Jason Walsmith - I am a traveling musician, photographer and storyteller. I write about music, travel, people, places and things.

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  • Occasional public posts

Paid Subcription Benefits

  • Jason has shared the stage with artists from Bon Jovi to Simon Estes. He is a member of the Iowa Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame, and has logged millions of van miles
  • Jason tells stories from places most people only pass through
  • If you've been reading free posts and keep coming back, there's probably a reason. Paid access gives you the full archive and everything he publishes going forward

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About Jason Walsmith

Jason Walsmith is based in Earlham, Iowa. He is well traveled and always looking for a new story to tell. Jason has spent the last 30 years taking pictures for publications and companies as well as touring North America in a rock and roll band.

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