Abstract:
Born in Harnett County, Jim Swinson grew up in Greenville where he attended East Carolina University. He now lives on Chocowinity Bay. Swinson creates environmentally themed songs that he performs with his wife and son at venues ranging from festivals to elementary schools. His stage name in Pamlico Joe. The songs are designed to help teach children and adults about the importance of caring for the earth and its resources. The family has performed across the state, up and down the East Coast, at the White House, and as far away as Texas.