Nowadays, there’s virtue in simply being a survivor. Jon Pousette-Dart should know. As the veteran of an industry that thrives on contenders and then spits them out like so much used chewing tobacco, he’s proven he not only knows how to survive, but also to thrive, especially when it comes to nurturing his creative instincts and staying true to his muse. After seeing success in the ‘70s, opting out of the ‘80s, nudging his way back in the ‘90s, and finding his niche in the new millennium, he still makes music that’s touching, timeless, and imbued with universal appeal.